Unfortunately, my aunt and uncle had to lay to rest their beloved French mastiff Tucker recently (We’ll miss you Tuck, you were such a great dog!). However, they purchased a new puppy (!) Riley – an American bulldog/mastiff mix – after falling in love with her on Mother’s Day. Say hi to Riley everyone! And watch as she plays with my cousins R.J. and Nicole’s pooch Kingston!!
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First Communion, Westchester-Style
Me and Brett
Now, I don’t know how many of you have had the pleasure of spending time in the affluent Westchester County, NY, but my parents grew up there, and the majority of my family still live there and I have to tell you…it’s another planet.
On Saturday, my godson (who also happens to be my 7-year-old cousin) made his First Communion at Resurrection Church in Rye. I’ve never seen so many SUVs and blue blazers in my whole life. When I arrived at the church, I could have mistaken it for a yacht club, and the only phrase I had playing in my head was “I can’t have a chink in my chain, Focker.” I also couldn’t help but think of the Sopranos episode where A.J. gets confirmed – Carmela: “Act like a good Catholic for fifteen f**king minutes. Is that so much to ask?” Great episode. Watch it.
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