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I Spotted a 2rd

I Spotted a 2rd

One of my all-time favorite typos is the 2rd (say it out loud). Until now, the 2rd has been quite elusive –mythical really. I stumbled upon it one day completely...
The Alvin Ailey Ballet

The Alvin Ailey Ballet

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is a New York classic. Ailey is considered one of the most famous and celebrated ambassadors of American culture promoting black cultural expression. In...
“Aunt Susie” Keeps MSLK Warm

“Aunt Susie” Keeps MSLK Warm

Not many parents are great gift givers, but Marc’s parents apparently are… Happy Hanukkah at MSLK! (more…)
Samsung L730

Samsung L730

I just bought this Samsung a few months ago and I would rate this camera good for its quality. Additional to that, it has crazy features that brought amusements on...
J’Mini Cricket Has Arrived

J’Mini Cricket Has Arrived

That's right, the Mini finally has a name: J'Mini Cricket. According to Joni, in its purest form, the name should be enunciated with a Jamaican (Queens) Accent. I'll stick with...
Hangin’ Out

Hangin’ Out

Only because we are complete cat lovers at MSLK can I post this. My cat Nochie is crazy. Apparently this morning he was inspired to climb the my bedroom curtain....
A Tragedy Worth Experiencing

A Tragedy Worth Experiencing

The holiday season is my favorite time for seeing an opera, a theater or a ballet. Last week, I bought tickets for Stephen Wadsworth’s new production of Gluck’s “Iphigénie de...
Yoggi!

Yoggi!

On a trip to Sweden this past spring, I brought back these great yogurt drink bottles for the studio. They are in every grocery and convenience store there. Imagine if...
Lazy is Not in my Vocabulary

Lazy is Not in my Vocabulary

If you know me, you will agree that this is not an overstatement or an exaggeration by any means. I don't think Koettings can even comprehend the word — which...
It’s That Time of Year Again…

It’s That Time of Year Again…

My best friend Jessica lives in Seattle. During the holiday season she helps out at a local, family run Christmas tree farm. This year they decided to use quaint, hand-drawn...