If you are not a meat eater (look away), and if you are, please enjoy! I've had various BBQs in my days, including in Texas. However! I have to say, by far Stuey's Smokehouse BBQ has won my taste buds! This was/is a gem of a fine by the way. Once again, after wrapping up a Feng Shui Space Clearing and Blessing, I stopped in town to grab a quick bite to eat, not knowing what I'd find and to my surprise, Stuey's Smokehouse BBQ caught my attention. As soon as I walked in, the aromas of the brisket smelled amazing! Paired with that, you could see how moist the meat was and the freshness. My expectations were high and after taking the first bit of my brisket sandwich, my expectation was exceeded! This is a small mom-and-pop eatery, so if you are intending to eat inside rethink that. However,... 04/29/2022

This past Friday on September 23rd, 2016,  Ellen Hallie Schiff had her open reception at the Ariel Custom Framing in Locust Valley, NY. Ellen's pieces are abstract and offer a view into her transitional points of black and white to a palette of colors on canvas. The textures in her paintings are wonderful and keep your eyes gazing for long periods of time, finding new places to enjoy and take in.   Artist: Ellen Hallie Schiff  Opening reception on Sept 23rd, 2016 Ariel Custom Framing Address: 45 The Plaza, Locust Valley, NY 11560 Phone: (516) 759-5422 09/25/2016

While checking out a car show in Morgan Park, NY one of the signs caught my attention. Do you see what I see? Based on the definition of "Park" that I came across it said," a piece of public land in or near a city that is kept free of houses and other buildings and can be used for pleasure and exercise." The post filled with small "don'ts" signs seemed a bit contradictory.  If anything, I just found this humorous. As long as the residents are enjoying, then all is good.  If you didn't catch my first sentence in this blog post, Mogan's Park signs of "don'ts" clearly says, NO CARS. Yet, a car show was hosted there. ;) 06/26/2016

Some secrets to a balanced and happy love life by Feng Shui LI Clients will constantly say, I want to find love, how can Feng Shui help with that? What products or items can I place around my home to call in true love? Please keep in mind, Feng Shui will only go so far.  You need to address your inner alchemy blended with the physical connections. Before any of us can attract true love, you first and foremost need to have unconditional love of self.  One of the biggest misconceptions about Love is that people look for it outside of themselves. They look for approval of others and tend to sacrifice their own self respect, standards and values thus creating a situation for disappointment and hurt. Ladies and gentleman, it's not worth it. Learn to treat yourself with respect, with love, be... 02/06/2013

The 32nd Annual R. Brinkley Smithers Golf Invitational   When: Wednesday, September 19, 2012   Where: The Creek and Piping Rock Clubs, Locust Valley, NY   The tournament will be held in tribute to past Board Director Michael Schaffield, who leadership and commitment to LICADD’s mission is greatly missed.    Registration begins at 10:30am.   Participants will have their choice of playing at The Creek (shotgun start at 12:30pm) or Piping Rock Club, (shotgun start at 12:00 noon), each located in Locust Valley, New York.    Join us for the Diamonds in the Rough Dinner at The Creek, following the tournament. The Reception and Silent Auction will begin at 5:30pm and the Dinner and Live Auction will begin at 6:30pm. Individual player spots are available beginning at $750 and foursomes at $2,80... 08/21/2012

Words of wisdom from a good friend Laura Cerrano Feng Shui NY consultant has some sage advice via her friend Michael LaPenna whose blog href="http://wheelchairphilosopher.blogspot.com/" title="The Wheelchair Philosopher">  :) is all about acceptance and being different though the lens of "disability." "Mikey" wanted to endorse Ms. Cerrano and leave some of his thoughts regarding having the right motivations and right thinking when using Feng Shui principles in your life. Here's what he had to say: Feng Shui is ultimately about decluttering the distractions and symbolically opening up to possible greatness through design, placement and comfort of and with your Surroundings. And REALLY believe! You must believe to be able to receive is what all the major traditions tell us. Be still and b... 11/02/2011

Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano revisits bathroom decor from her YouTube video blog. Specific topics include wealth and comfort in your "place of business." :) Enjoy and be blessed! Click the video for more fun and site links!OR visit Laura at Feng Shui Manhattan New York Feng Shui Manhattan New York City Manhattan NYC Consultant Laura Cerrano is a Second Generation Certified Feng Shui Consultant who has trained with Feng Shui Long Island and Masters from across the Country including Shamans to incorporate Native American beliefs and Space Clearings into her Feng Shui Consulting Firm, Feng Shui Manhattan New York City NY. After co-consulting on site for many years Laura began her own business in 2000 and has a strong client base in New York City, New York, Long Island NY, Queens, Bro... 11/01/2011

The members of the Locust Valley Fire Department are hosting their third annual "Pasta Dinner" fundraiser to benefit the Nassau County Fire Fighters Operation Wounded Warrior (NCFF-OWW).  The dinner will be held on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 4 to 8 PM at the Locust Valley Firehouse, Locust Valley, NY.  Admission is $10 for adults with children under 12 free. Co-chair of the event, Paul Long said, "100% of proceeds go towards Operation Wounded Warrior.  Anyone wishing to make a contribution should make their checks payable to Operation Wounded Warrior and mail to Locust Valley Fire Department., 228 Buckram Rd., Locust Valley, NY 11560."  In addition to Paul Long, Paul Marecki and Brian  Plumb of the Locust Valley Fire Department are serving as co-chairs for the event.   The family of Navy Sea... 10/09/2010

If you find yourself in Locust Valley, on the north shore of Long Island and you're in the mood for a relaxing meal, take a ride over to the Locust Valley Inn at 225 Birch Hill Road.  After spending the better part of the day and early evening at my clients' home in this quaint and charming village, I was invited to join them for what turned out to be an altogether delightful evening, replete with good food, a homey atmosphere and even better conversation. An institution in town, and known for its good food and moderate prices, The Locust Valley Inn feels more like a well established, low key private home into which you've been invited and made to feel instantly welcome.  We were treated to a generous and varied buffet, with more choices than a hungry eye should contemplate.  I chose to... 06/17/2010

Many of us I believe from reading the wonderful MEME'sthat are posted have had many career changes during their lifetimes.  While some have had more then others, being on the Activerain Community has made me wonder if you truly LOVED the work you are doing now?  It is something you fell into or is it something, perhaps without reason, that you felt DRAWN to and decided to pursue?  Despite the difficulties you have encountered (or are Still encountering), you know and feel THIS is what you were meant to do?Or is it a "stepping stone" to something that moves you closer to what it really is you desire to do?  For years I couldn't answer the question "What do YOU want to be when you Grow Up?" because I simply didn't know.  And while some of the professions I've had previously were interesti... 05/21/2007