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The Slovak tradition of a brandy with friends…
Igor popped his head out from his office, “Pat, you have a phone call.” The 20th anniversary party for the Music Forum was hitting full swing. It didn’t occur to us that no one knew we were at the music shop in… Read More ›
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Three days in Philadelphia…
There was a time when you did not visit Philadelphia. The northeastern cities of the United States, in general, were best avoided. People are flocking back to rejuvenate the downtowns and reclaim the good city life. We spent 10 days in Philly over Christmas. … Read More ›
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A Bratislava, Slovakia New Year’s Eve
Slovakia is a city of inexpensive booze and readily accessible fireworks. On New Year’s eve, this was a troubling combination. Leaving Tesco in the afternoon, a very loud boom exploded near my head. I nonchalantly reached up and covered my right ear to ensure I could… Read More ›
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The expat dilemma…
We just returned to Bratislava after celebrating Christmas in Philadelphia with our kids. When we all get together, we have a wonderful time. This Christmas was no exception. In spite of their ages (20, 25, and 32) , they each have their own wants and needs… Read More ›
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Home for the holidays…
Well there’s no place like home for the holidays. My dad loved to sing along with Perry Como. For the last month, that seems to be the assumption of my peers. During the gathering time before meetings, I invariably get the question, “You are going home… Read More ›
The World In Between 