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The River King
~ by Alice Hoffman
For more than a century, the small town of Haddan, Massachusetts, has been divided, as if by a line drawn down the centre of Main Street, separating those born and bred in the 'village' from those who attend the prestigious Haddan School. But one October night the two worlds are thrust together by an inexplicable death and the town's divided history is revealed in all its complexity.
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I've been an avid fan of author Alice Hoffman for 30+ years. Hoffman writes magical realism, a literary genre that depicts the real world interwoven with elements of magic and fantasy. Whenever I've mentioned Hoffman's name to people they typically shrug and say how they've never heard of her, that is until I've noted how it was Hoffman whom had written the novel "Practical Magic" which later became a Hollywood movie, that people say "oooh".
Oooh. Hmm. Welp, obviously not readers.
Tomorrow is March 1st. The next few months are to be very busy. For starters I will be going into my office 3x a week now. I'm still on a reasonable accommodation until the end of March, and have been slowly building up my in-person days, with January being once a week, February twice, and now it's March. The in-person days have been building up both my confidence and endurance. It's working, and I'm feeling stronger as a result. It really is reinvention, and it feels amazing.
Work aside, I have also returned to my dental care. Following many years of having been a two pack per day smoker, daily drinker, matched with horrible eating habits, it had all reeked havoc on my teeth and gums. I'm now almoat 5 years nicotine free, and 4 years alcohol free, having quit both cold turkey and 6-months apart. In 2023 a great friend of mine secured me a referral to NYU's College of Dentistry, and ever since then much has taken place. It is phenomenal dental care. And without any doubt, NYU Dentistry is THE best that I have ever received. In May 2025 all of that needed to be placed on hold as I needed to undergo chemotherapy treatments. It's never boring with me. Treatments concluded in October 2025 and now it's full speed ahead. It's a full mouth restoration and should be completed by June of this year. More reinvention, and it's all good. I am grateful and thankful.
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Newell's Run - Year of the City
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4th Floor Walk-up Penthouse Apartment
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New York Yimby, March 13, 2026
Construction is about to go vertical at 24-19 Jackson Avenue, a 55-story residential skyscraper in the Court Square section of Long Island City, Queens. Designed by FXCollaborative and developed by Charney Companies and Tavros Capital in partnership with Incoco Capital, the 676-foot-tall structure will yield 600 apartments and 10,000 square feet of retail space. The 18,000-square-foot property is bounded by 45th Avenue to the north, Jackson Avenue to the southeast, and 23rd Street to the west.
Full article: 55-Story Skyscraper Readies for Vertical Construction at 24-19 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City, Queens
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Apple Pay adoption has come quickly and easily, whereas Google Wallet remains marginally used, and Softcard – backed by major U.S. carriers – similarly lacks a large profile. But what happens when those latter options combine?
Google announced today that it has partnered with...
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Notice those shadows on the building. They're actually reflections. Gone are the days of beautifully designed and constructed buildings that compliment their surrounding and offer shaded areas. Instead, these days, it's all glass. And wherever you go, you see these reflections.
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Overview of 7 Train Upgrades in Queens
The 7 train line, which connects Flushing to Midtown Manhattan, is undergoing significant upgrades in Queens, including at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station. These improvements are part of a broader initiative to enhance the subway system's infrastructure and accessibility.
Key Upgrades at 33rd Street–Rawson Street Station
Accessibility Improvements
ADA Compliance:
The station is currently undergoing renovations to become ADA-accessible. This includes the installation of elevators, which is part of a larger $6 billion investment in accessibility across the subway system.
Elevator Installation:
The contract for adding two elevators at the station was awarded in December 2023, with work expected to improve access for all riders.
Structural Enhancements
Temporary Platforms: To accommodate construction, temporary platforms have been set up at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station, along with other nearby stations.
Service Changes:
As part of the ongoing upgrades, Manhattan-bound 7 trains are skipping the 69th and 52nd Street stations through early 2026. Riders are advised to use nearby stations like 74th Street–Broadway and 61st Street–Woodside during this period.
Timeline and Impact
Construction Duration:
The upgrades are expected to continue into 2026, with various phases of work being coordinated to minimize disruptions.
Customer Experience:
These improvements aim to enhance the overall customer experience by providing better access, improved safety, and modernized facilities throughout the 7 train line.
These upgrades are crucial for ensuring that the subway system meets the needs of all New Yorker's, particularly those requiring accessible transit options.
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This morning along my walk to work I happened upon this 5 toothed iron bucket for a backhoe sitting by its lonesome along the walkway on the Honeywell Street bridge, and with no work crew, or anyone for that matter, in sight. It hadn't been there yesterday afternoon so probably a night crew. Still kinda strange. I noticed it from a distance and just couldn't figure out what it could possibly be. Being constructed of iron is no doubt why it was still there as it probably weighs a ton.
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The best part of my job is my ability to work to/fro my place of employment, and I certainly see a lot of strange people and things along my walks. The "regular commuters" are apparently the one's in the cars, on the buses and subways, though us walkers, we are certainly having much more fun
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To use professional mode on moto G4 plus phone, switch camera to professional mode android phone. Adjust white balance, shutter speed, ISO, exposure etc.
Walking home from work
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Queens: Honeywell Street Bridge (click to view that entire album)
Opening Here Soon
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36-19 30th Street
Between 36th/37th Avenues, Astoria, Queens, NYC
1/2 block from my apt
Each year there are hot new electronic gadgets everyone wants for Christmas. Well, what do people want this year?
www.top-shoppingmall.com/blog/top-6-hottest-gadgets-for-2...
Fall colors at Mike Lewis Park.
Mike Lewis Park. Grand Prairie, Texas.
December 5, 2023. Dallas County.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G.
(7.1mm). f/2.4 @ 1/617 sec. ISO 25.
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23-10 Queens Plaza South / 42-19 24th Street - Before & After Construction
Nothing yet with this one, though it's merely a matter of time now
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32-44 Queens Blvd - Before/After Construction - Click to View
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25-01 Queens Plaza North / Before-After Construction
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