Enjoying New York in the spring

I’ve realized that there are many ways Pain Clinic could run smoother.  Having an additional exam room would facilitate patient flow.  Stocking reflex hammers in every room would also help.  But most notably, having a fifth of Jameson Irish Whiskey in the back room would greatly lubricate the process.  Made from fine ripe barley, flavor-rich malt, [...]

Ireland, part 2

Another excerpt from my travel journal, dated Friday, April 11, 2008:
The plane is now descending into Dublin, after nearly seven hours of flight.  As much as it’s in the collective consciousness to make snide remarks about airline food, ironically I’m always happy when it comes.  Others seem more than happy to receive it too…where are [...]