by Chrysa SmithQR=QUICK, RUN!That's my first thought about the latest, greatest technology that you need to know about (if you didn't already). This electronic wizardry comes out about as fast as a race horse out of the gate. QR, aka Quick Response Reader, has taken the bar code to new heights. Now, I have stood there in the 'Self Check' line of the grocery store, struggling with bar codes that wouldn't 'read' through [...]
by Chrysa SmithThirsty?I bet. At some point this summer, most everyone in the US has turned up the AC, turned off their oven and kept the supply of ice tea, lemonade and H2O flowing.But what if you want something more? A special treat that goes beyond ice cream, water ice, sorbet or gelato? Of course, you could buy those frozen drink or margarita machines, but let's face it, you don't need another electronic [...]
by Chrysa SmithWhether it was Al's from Happy Days or Mel's from Alice, one of the tastiest pieces of American culture has got to be the 'Great American Diner.' The authentic ones--with vinyl floors and formica tabletops are increasingly difficult to find. But if you're a child of the 50's, 60's or 70's, you know nobody does breakfast better or cheaper---or with that slap it on the table action served up with a [...]
by Chrysa SmithThen and now. Thanks to some creative minds and an influx of cash, the decaying remains of one of America's greatest companies, Bethlehem Steel, have been transformed into something truly special. Appropriately named 'Steel Stax', the modern building houses a theater that draws top performers, including concerts, comedy, film, festivals, visual arts and more. An open space is available for community events, a microbrewery, and a food court. It's all part [...]
by Chrysa SmithI like Tom Hanks and I like Julia Roberts. So on a hot summer afternoon, my husband and I took in a showing of Larry Crowne; starring both.At first I wasn't sure about this film. It hit a little too close to home in light of today's economy. A dedicated worker gets downsized from his long-term retail job----the joy of his life. He is told by management that his lack of [...]
by Chrysa SmithMy husband is very complimentary--especially where my cooking is concerned. And it is why he believes, it's harder and harder for us to find a restaurant where we can enjoy a meal more than we do at home. So when two of our favorites recently disappointed (not on food but on service and a bad experience), what to do? Is my apron forever tied to my oven door? Do we drive [...]
by Chrysa SmithMaryFran and I took a stroll on the boardwalk.Ummm. The scents of suntan lotion and salt air. The feel of the sun caressing my skin. The freedom that comes from having no clocks, datebooks or planning to do. All of this and chocolate covered bacon too.What? Yes. In the midst of the hot, humid summer, nothing feels as good in the tummy as a fat-laden, artery-blocking, high-calorie 'snack' that sinks like [...]
