Books Archives - Debora Dale

“Happee Birthdae Harry”

The Magic Begins Hedwig’s Theme, Opening Notes On July 31st, 1991, Harry Potter turned 11. It was on that day, 27 years ago today, when Hagrid presented Harry with his Hogwarts’ letter. The same day Harry received his letter, his life – and...

A HAUNTING WE WILL GO – Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Day Trips, Ghost Hunting, New York

You would think with the winter months upon us, I’d be home in front of the computer pounding away at posts for this blog. Well, this winter in New York has been so mild, so lovely, that I’ve been out and about for much of it. One of my outings took me to Old Bethpage...

Holiday Greetings

Holidays

There is much contention over the proper way to greet others and wish them well during this holiday season. For ages, a majority of Americans have wished each other a Merry Christmas. No thought was given to the receiver’s religious affiliation or lack thereof....

Giving Thanks

Holidays

On this Thanksgiving Eve in the USA, I hope we can all take a moment to remember what others have done for us without asking and without realizing how powerful and selfless their actions have been. I hope we remember to thank the bravery of those who have stood up for...

Vanderbilt Motor Parkway – Revisited

New York

There are bits of history everywhere. Too bad we’re often too busy to notice it, or too uninformed to be aware of it – even if it’s right under our feet. There’s a bike path in Queens near Cunningham Park – the NYC Greenway. It’s a...