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Life in New York City

Posted on September 14, 2020 by Naomi

My local small bookstore, Shakespeare & Co., has re-opened. I ordered Peter Strzok’s book, Compromised, which has sold out and is on back order. And then I bought a couple of books having nothing to do with Trump. Football has … Continue reading →

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The Great Toilet Paper and Chopped Liver Panic of 2020

Posted on May 19, 2020 by Naomi

Lately I’ve been contemplating what I consider vital needs. Things I can’t live without. Safe shelter, electricity in that safe shelter, water. And, yes, toilet paper — although a good friend of mine is abjuring toilet paper in favor of … Continue reading →

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Events in the time of Covid

Posted on May 2, 2020 by Naomi

How miniaturized, how insignificant personal events, i.e., things to talk about with friends, have become. This is what struck me this morning, as I decided to put on my spring cotton trousers instead of my velvet, i.e., winter ones. It … Continue reading →

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