Monthly Archives: August 2019

Two hens are better than one.

Posted on August 31, 2019 by polloplayer

Oh what a difference a month makes: the baby chicks are almost teenagers! While we were away, Edith and Willa grew from this: to this: Last week, Bella signaled the beginning of the end of motherhood by departing from her … Continue reading →

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The Calorie Count: 3 Great Meals in NYC

Posted on August 24, 2019 by polloplayer

As if we needed any more reasons to make reservations in NYC! Our “must go” restaurant list is a long one – and just got longer, thanks to these three memorable meals. One: Cookshop has been popping up on my … Continue reading →

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Calorie Count: The Usual Suspects

Posted on August 17, 2019 by polloplayer

“So what did you do in NYC”? *thinks* “Well, let’s see. We went to lunch. We went to dinner…” *awkward silence* Of course, that’s not all we did. There might have been a breakfast in there somewhere. Just kidding! Oh, … Continue reading →

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Just a moment(s).

Posted on August 10, 2019 by polloplayer

Hunting and pecking is just fine for chickens but not so great for typing, so I’ll keep it brief. Arm still very much broken, back still very much sprained. But NYC has a way of transcending such piffling annoyances. The … Continue reading →

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Good morning NYC.

Posted on August 3, 2019 by polloplayer

Arm still broken, so can’t much type. Back still sprained, so can’t much sit. Three hours sleep, so can’t much think. Almost worth it for this beauty of a sunrise. Try again next week… Is  it too early for a … Continue reading →

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