Monthly Archives: January 2012

When it comes to religion, Tebow’s got nuttin’ on this guy

And here I thought Mitch was a sports nut. He’s a Phillie Fanatic. I’m not a Philadelphia fan. He talks to me about the Philadelphia Eagles. See above. And football leaves me numb. He talks to me about football in … Continue reading

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‘The Artist’: Go for the dog, stay for the movie

I used to love nothing more than to lose myself at the movies. But there hasn’t been much worth justifying the drive and the price, especially when you can watch at home. And no matter the venue, I’m usually disappointed. … Continue reading

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Hey, I’m too young for this. Right?

Deep breath. OK, this falls under the category of it could be a heck of a lot worse. And it means I’m less than perfect. And getting older. Gee, how’d that happen? If Paula Deen can dish about her health … Continue reading

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Let’s Paws: She’s the boss

Kind of a rough week here at Planet Lippstone. More on that in a bit. Meantime, meet Nina. We literally ran into her on the street in Lisbon, Portugal, Christmas Day 2011. It was hard not to. She was leading … Continue reading

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Travel suggestions: Off the beaten path

I’m going to be out of commission for a couple days. Having minor eye surgery. Meanwhile, here are some great travel suggestions if you’d like to try something new and different this year. Courtesy the intrepid Joe Yogerst, a former … Continue reading

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TSA finds ‘Cupcakegate’ hard to swallow

Planning on bringing treats — homemade or otherwise — through airport security? The TSA may have something to say about it, depending on how it’s packaged. This incident was dubbed Cupcakegate. I’ve transported Yodels and Ring Dings care packages to … Continue reading

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Five ways to tell if your yoga teacher has a clue

Drat. Just sank $70 into a spiffy yoga mat, only to come across this story in the NY Times mag. How yoga can wreck your body. Hey, my body is already wrecked; that’s why I’ve been doing yoga! The piece … Continue reading

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The ultimate retreat: A (very) remote monastery

Reposting this story I wrote for The Huffington Post about a year ago. About a — not to get all New Age, but it’s true — magical place that got me to that natural high when yoga and meditation just … Continue reading

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Let’s Paws: Boneland Security

“Princess” waiting for that doggone security to end so the royal treatment can resume. Newark Liberty International Airport, Christmas Eve, 2011

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A not-so-little scrape with our European rental car

OK, now that I’m back from the Azores, it can be told: Instead of enjoying myself, this is how I spent part of my precious last day there. At a Mazda body shop. You shouldn’t know from it. I never … Continue reading

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