If You Suffer from Low Self Esteem, Don’t Go to Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires may be known for its tango, steakhouses and European vibe, but in my book there's something else that embodies it more than any of these. The people, simply put, are the best-looking on Earth. This description applies to a disproportionate percentage of the local population - both male and female, leaving one to...

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Reflections of Shirley (And Don’t Call Us Shirley)

When it comes to prestigious Long Island towns, Shirley comes in somewhere near the bottom. It's not really fair, actually, considering that 'prestige' is based primarily on economic merit; not what a place has to offer. This small town along with neighboring hamlets Mastic and Mastic Beach are known as working class neighborhoods on the...

Happiness is Pinning a Giant, Oversized Map

Vanity, thy name is a giant, oversized wall map. It is an intrinsic part of human nature to show off. I'm not saying it's a good part; just that it exists. Whether it be displaying a trophy or hanging a certificate on the wall, they all share a common element - we want others to acknowledge what...