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October 31, 2008
Automatic Arms Fire on Monroe
I just heard someone empty an kalashnikov or kel-tec on Monroe or maybe Madison between Classon and Franklin. Three volleys. I called it in. What the hell!
Author's Comments
Joe O'Shea saved my bacon on two deals now. The first thing he did was to advise me to walk from the first deal when it started going sideways. Didn't want any money from us, so he was acting _against_ his best interest, which is rare for NYC lawyers. The second deal was with a real piece of work and he drilled right through all the crap and made it super-easy to get everything we wanted. Call him before the other party nambs him first!
646.206.1908
Posted by: b_green5 at September 26, 2009 9:27 PM in response to Need a Closing Attorney
b_green5 wrote a review about Locanda Vini e Olii on January 12, 2009 10:27 PM
Oh, and if you don't know wine and want to talk about it less? The yum house wine is priced by the inch! No excuses for bad vino here.
b_green5 wrote a review about Locanda Vini e Olii on January 12, 2009 9:53 PM
It is a bit expensive and complicated. And I was never so pleased to not have to go all the way into Manhattan for a special event meal.
Oh, and just hand them back the green stuff with a smile when they try to put it down. :>) Everything else is divine!
They have one of the best wine programs in the area and the genial hosts can have an hour debate about the pairing benefits of their bottles and will talk you _down_ into a more reasonably priced selection. If you insist, they will bring out the really expensive stuff that ain't on the list and they hesitate to actually part with.
They are lovely. If for no other reason, they are ours.
White Glove Elite. (212)684-4460. Used them for years.
Ask for someone who is experienced in cleaning an entire brownstone. There are some fabulous cleaners out there, but there are some slow and lazy ones too.
Posted by: b_green5 at November 3, 2008 11:24 AM in response to need house cleaner
Sorry, it was some sort of an assault rifle.
Posted by: b_green5 at November 1, 2008 9:46 AM in response to Automatic Arms Fire on Monroe
Do nothing this week. Banks aren't even lending to each other! You will waste your time and have the black mark of declined application.
Posted by: b_green5 at September 29, 2008 9:38 PM in response to Mortgage Advice
GAP is now a huge waste of space. The wooded north end is unusable and dangerously blind. The tiny islands of arch and fountain are surrounded by cobble and blacktop and are otherwise featureless and wheelchair/stroller inaccessable. The traffic pattern wasn't designed around aggro NYC drivers and pedestrian crossings are barely an after-thought.
Minimumly, there needs to be under/overpass access and landscaped paths around and linking the islands. Burying traffic can cost big, but understand how the Atlantic Yards will forever change the big picture in a few short years, it may be unavoidable to bypass traffic controlled intersections.
my $0.02
Posted by: b_green5 at September 14, 2008 5:49 PM in response to Grand Army Plaza Designs Unveiled
If you think you will be renovating, take it as it comes. If you hesitate at all here, freakin walk. There are SO many condo/coops in inventory that you should not settle for any shinanigans. Walk!
Posted by: b_green5 at August 22, 2008 2:00 PM in response to Tale of Woe at the Novo
Responses to Author's Forum Comments
Well, a Kalishnikov would probably be AK47 or one of its variants, which takes 7.62 (.308) ammo, while most Kel-Tecs take 5.56 (.223) ammo. The discriminating 'hood dweller should be able to tell the difference.
Posted by: denton at November 2, 2008 1:51 PM in response to Automatic Arms Fire on Monroe
A few useless facts:
1. AK47 = Kalishnikov. It's the name of the gun and the name of the Russian who designed it.
2. Based upon "heartbreak ridge" (the clint eastwood classic about the invasion of Grenada), the AK makes a distinctive sound that is easily identified.
Posted by: slick at November 2, 2008 6:30 PM in response to Automatic Arms Fire on Monroe
thanks
i tried miracle maids but last time was very disappointed. will try white glove.
Posted by: noplacelikehome at November 3, 2008 12:21 PM in response to need house cleaner
Our housecleaner, Judith is a really nice lady and very hard working. Her number is 347-406-1215. Her rates are reasonable as well. Tell her Jen in Bay Ridge recommended her.
Posted by: Springs at November 3, 2008 1:02 PM in response to need house cleaner
Just be careful that your cleaning person understands that this is a house (multiple floors) and not an apartment. Over the years, I've been surprised that my apartment friends recommend cleaning folks who wither at the reality of climbing ladders, running up and down stairs, and dealing with all sorts of ornate woodwork and moldings. It's really hard work.
imho
Posted by: walester at November 3, 2008 3:54 PM in response to need house cleaner
thanks for the rec, i will call judith. understood about telling in advance that this is a house.
Posted by: noplacelikehome at November 4, 2008 3:23 PM in response to need house cleaner
We use two excellent, reliable, thorough and trustworthy cleaning women. They are available on Mondays and/or Wednesdays. They work all over the city, but clean many houses in Park Slope. Highly recommended! Contact Verna and Margaret at 718.450.1737.
Posted by: carriefharvey at December 2, 2008 2:28 PM in response to need house cleaner
i've used http://www.maidoncall.com and they are very professional and thorough. 212-242-1774 ask for Val or Joe
Posted by: jhuyghe at December 4, 2008 10:58 AM in response to need house cleaner
Oh, and tell him Ben on Classon sent you. :)
Posted by: b_green5 at September 27, 2009 9:31 PM in response to Need a Closing Attorney
Stuart Gorman
516 847-0389 good lawyer great prices only charge $600 for everything no hidden surprises [ this price was in spring 2005 ]
Posted by: stevenwilliams55 at September 28, 2009 10:07 AM in response to Need a Closing Attorney
Oh, and tell him Ben on Classon sent you. :)
Posted by: b_green5 at September 27, 2009 9:31 PM in response to Need a Closing Attorney