Take an “LSJ-Day”

While I’m a self-prescribed workaholic, today I took what is hereby dubbed an “LSJ-Day” or a few hours of downtime to rev up my game.

I love to write, teach and run my business. The great thing is none of these vocations seem like work to me, it’s simply how I make a living. Today, I just took time to reconnect with myself, my family and fuel my passions.

Everyone, even a workaholic needs fuel (read: remember to eat) to keep going!


Support the Economy (If You Can)

Over the past few weeks, I’ve supported local entrepreneurs including:
> Abu’s Bakery (Bedford & Fulton – Bed-Stuy)
> Nepal-born jeweler (West 3rd & Sullivan - Greenwich Village; exquisite work)
> Numerous Harlem street vendors (125th & 145th Streets)

The economic melt-down encourages us all to scour the streets for deals. For me, an eclectic shopper, I look forward to obtaining great deals in little known places.


Retail & Restaurants: In the Ditch

“Space for Rent” and “Out of Business” signs everywhere here in New York. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not gloom and doom, you just have to hunt for bargains. And, the good news is if you have a little cash, it certainly is a buyers market. Whether you’re in an uber cool urban area or suburbia, now is the time to sign a long-term lease, if you’re able.