2020 Holiday Gift Guide

2020 Holiday Gift Guide

It’s that time again – known to some of us as “The Most Wonderful Time of The Year.” Usually, this time of year brings tons of parties, extra shifts, trips...
November 18, 2020 — Chuck Gestefield
It's Time to Plan for Self Care

It's Time to Plan for Self Care

You know when you fly they tell you to put your oxygen mask on first, before helping anyone else, even small children? Well, it is time to apply that advice...
November 02, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
The Power of Football

The Power of Football

The reason I bring up the blast from the past is because without those losses, I wouldn’t appreciate the victories I experience today. We all need to be humbled in order to evolve. 
September 21, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
Tags: football
Reminiscing About Playing Winged Foot

Reminiscing About Playing Winged Foot

... the Mulligan (a free do-over shot common in golf) was invented by a Canadian, David Mulligan, who coined the term in the 1920s after a bad first tee-shot at Winged Foot.
September 18, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
Tags: golf
NO COVER CHARGE - Wally's Jazz Cafe (Boston)

NO COVER CHARGE - Wally's Jazz Cafe (Boston)

The owners have a close relationship with the musicians that consider this place a Training Ground, where they can hone their skills, play with other people with unique skills, and improve together. Many of the players come from Berklee School of music, just up Mass Ave. Famous jazz players have frequently graced the stage
September 06, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
The Best Views Come From The Hardest Climbs (Toronto)

The Best Views Come From The Hardest Climbs (Toronto)

Switch gears a little. If you’re interested in exploring all the diversity and culture Toronto has to offer, one of the places you need to check out is the Danforth or “Greek Town”. Pick literally any restaurant you see.
September 03, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
Bucks Approved Tips for Enjoying Milwaukee

Bucks Approved Tips for Enjoying Milwaukee

Let's get right into it.   Best Bloody Mary? West Allis Cheese and Sausage Shop at the Milwaukee Public Market or Wicked Hop?(luckily they are right across the street from...
September 02, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail, the Monon Trail and the Canal Towpath.

The Indianapolis Cultural Trail, the Monon Trail and the Canal Towpath.

The Best Way to Explore Indianapolis; the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, the Monon Trail and the Canal Towpath. An awesome feature of Indianapolis is its well-developed system of trails throughout the...
August 26, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
Kobe.

Kobe.

 I say thank you. Thank you for showing us what work ethic really means. Thank you for the buzzer beaters and the breath-taking dunks. Thank you for 81 points — I will always remember where I was when I watched that. Thank you for being the ultimate competitor
August 24, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
I Love Chicago (Pandemic Edition)

I Love Chicago (Pandemic Edition)

When visitors come, I use this advantage of their presence to head to some very obvious places that are iconic to Chicago.  Frankly, touristy nonsense is fun, and it helps to use your guests as an excuse.  
August 23, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
Come On Down To Blacktown (Chicago)

Come On Down To Blacktown (Chicago)

When that day comes, I think our jingle will be more like Pac’s Thugz Mansion, than Gary Portnoy’s joint. A spot where we belong, that’s just for us. 
August 22, 2020 — Donna Bruschi
Drawn Together by Art (Minneapolis)

Drawn Together by Art (Minneapolis)

At the end of any day, this city is drawn together by art...
August 19, 2020 — Donna Bruschi