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Episode 26: Gifts, Relatives, and Managing Expectations
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Episode 26 was recorded on Sunday December 11th at Zafra Cuban Restaurant and Rum Bar.
Our guest editors were Ken Sperling, Jon Crane, Joy Gathers, and James Mapes. (You can learn more about them here. Duo was at the session, but left before Cindy took the photo…)
Jon, Bruce, Joy, Ken and James (Photo by Cindy)
We talked about gifts, relatives and managing expectations.
Please join us in the Comments!
Heirloom at The Study at Yale – New Haven CT
Heirloom is located inside the Study at Yale on Chapel Street at the heart of Yale University Campus.
Heirloom utilizes heritage growers and neighboring artisan suppliers of Connecticut and New England for Chef Carey Savona’s Coastal Farm cooking.
Inviting warmth and hospitality, soulful-heartfelt cooking and a commitment to honest service and value are paramount to the Heirloom experience.
Hours of Operation
Breakfast: Daily 7 am to 10:30 am
Everyday Brunch & Lunch: 10:30 am – 2:30pm (Sat & Sun Too)
Dinner: 5:30 pm to Close & Late Night (Everyday)
Bar Dining: All Day & Late Night
Holiday Hours Vary
1157 Chapel Street New Haven, CT 06511-4806
(203) 503-3919
How do you avoid eating and drinking too much at parties?
We talked about eating fruit. We talked about alternating glasses of water with alcoholic beverages. What we did not discuss was “Will Power”.
(Mr. Power is a fellow I have never had the privilege of knowing.)
SO, How do YOU avoid eating and drinking too much at parties?
What should you do when someone gives you an unexpected gift?
If you’re a published author, like Duo Dickinson or Randye Kaye, you go grab a book from the car and autograph it for them.
This is a great tactic… unless the person already HAS your book. (Right, Duo?!?)
SO, what should you do when someone gives you an unexpected gift?
Y Haircutting – New Haven CT
Established in 1909
Since 1909 Y Haircutting has been providing haircuts to the Greater New Haven Community. We specialize in mens and boys haircuts. Our shop is a congenial and welcome space where the conversation is always lively. Located at the corner of High and Chapel Street next to Starbucks. Extensive selection of current magazines, comfortable seating, children’s booster seats. Shampoos available. we also carry a wide selection of Clubman products.
49 High St
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 562-5623
Delaney’s Taproom and Restaurant – New Haven CT
We open our home to you!
At Delaney’s Restaurant & Tap Room, we believe that the greatest pleasure of dining is the coming together of great friends, service, food, and beverages. When what you’re drinking meshes with what you’re eating, it’s pure magic. And when you throw in good friends and great music… Heaven! If you’re anything like us, the idea of a fresh-baked cookie washed down with a tall glass of milk is enough to send you over the edge — or maybe a nice cool beer served with a warm pretzel is more your style? Either way, you’re in for a treat at Delaney’s Restaurant & Tap Room as you discover beer and wine pairings with real, American cuisine that will make your mouth sing!
882 Whalley Avenue New Haven CT 06515 (203) 397-5494
The Glenwood Drive In – Hamden, CT
Voted Connecticut’s Best Hot Dog
Glenwood prides itself on its high food quality. We have high standards and will only use the best quality products. We have won awards for our Hot Dogs, lobster rolls and homemade onion rings. Most recently we were voted best Hot Dog in Connecticut by Connecticut magazine. Glenwood has been in magazines and articles for its hot lobster rolls and homemade onion rings. Our onion rings are made by hand, from slicing to breading. Our lobster rolls are made with 100% lobster meat and the highest quality lobster from Canada.
2538 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 (203) 281-0604
What should you do when you can’t remember someone’s name?
We recounted past “senior moments” in Episode 25, as we commiserated about being unable to remember the names of people whose names we really should remember.
Duo recalled the time that he forgot Cindy’s name at a charity book signing. I told him that with a memory like that, he could run for elected office!
What should you do when you can’t remember someone’s name?
Who should you tip at the holidays, and how much?
This week we discussed the paper delivery method for obtaining a tip: the inclusion, in some cases, of a self addressed envelope. (Which does make showing your gratitude just that much easier!)
Susannah Bailin advocated tipping anyone who can help you when problems arise.
How about you – who should you tip at the holidays, and how much?
Please let us know in the Comments…
After how many months of dating should you introduce your beloved to your relatives?
I posed this question at Chips because this particular “stick” comes to a much sharper point during the holiday season.
(We heard one story of introductions being made at a GRADUATION! Ouch…)
What do you think – after how many months of dating should you introduce your beloved to your relatives?
The Barber Poll
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