The Picasso Exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Yesterday I decided to take some time out and do something I'd wanted to do for a while: go into the city and hit the Picasso exhibit at the Met.  Since the very first time I went to the Picasso Museum in Paris, and then to the one in Barcelona, I became a huge fan of this famous artist and was eager to see the Met's collection before it closes on August 15th.  Picasso is not only one of my favorite artists, but one of the most pivotal artists of our time. … [Read more...]

A Visit to New York City and a Langenscheidt Map Giveaway

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BlogHer is in less than two weeks and I've been reading all the #BlogHer10 tweets about what to do, what to see, where to eat, where to go in New York City.  Here I'd like to talk about a visit to New York City and a Langenscheidt Map Giveaway. I love, love, love New York City.  I've been living here a while now, so I certainly know what's going on.  Here's my quick hit list of what not to miss on your visit during BlogHer.  (Please note that I made this list with solo travel in mind, thinking that most of you are leaving your kids at … [Read more...]