Although I was born in Boston, I have lived most of my life here in the Buffalo area. I must like it then, huh? The winters are great here. Since I bought a snow blower a couple of years ago, I've barely had a chance to use it. You know, guys have a special relationship with their "toys". If only I could have the same luck with my lawn mower. Went to Amherst Central High School, home of the Tigers (not to be confused with the Bengals. They're from Buff State. I didn't go there, but I managed to graduate from UB; communications is a tad easier than med school). I'll see you down the road. Peace out.
Pete Hausmann
Mom Is Priceless!
What's your mom worth? If mom received a salary, she'd be receiving executive level pay. According to Salary.com, a mother who didn't work outside the home would be paid close to 119 thousand dollars. The estimate puts mom's hours caring for the home and kids at just under 100 per week with 57 of those hours being paid overtime. Moms wh...
Get Your Dyngus On!
Its the day after Easter. Its only in Buffalo. Combine Polish pride and pussy willows, and you've got Dyngus Day!
Procrastinator Alert! What Last Minute Tax Filers Need To Know!
Your income taxes must be filed by April 15th. That's this coming Tuesday. You haven't done them yet. You didn't forget did you? Of course not. You planned it this way of course. Here are some helpful hints courtesy of the U.S. Postal Service to aid us last minute types.
Early Spring Or 6 More Weeks Of Winter?
America's favorite pseudoscientist, Punxsutawney Phil, made his annual appearence this morning in the western Pennsylvania borough of Punxsutawney.
Is It Time To Take Down The Tree?
Christmas is done and gone. Its almost time to wish those near and dear a Happy New Year. Out with the old and in with the new, right?
Holiday Party Ettiquette For Dummies
'Tis the season for office holiday parties. Before you just let loose and go wild, you might want to take note of some tips from the "pros" on how to present yourself.
Ship Your Pants!
Tis the season to be jolly and thanks to the fine folks at K-Mart, for your comfort and convenience, you can SHIP YOUR PANTS !
Chocolate-Covered Potato Chips — They Taste Great, But Are They Good For You?
If you love potato chips and milk chocolate, the folks at Lays have married the two -- well, sort of.
Buffalo Bus Operator Rescues Damsel In Distress
Last Friday, a Buffalo Metro bus operator was doing what he always does, cruising down Elmwood Avenue taking our friends and neighbors where they have to go.
Closer To Thee I Tweet
Pope Francis now has more than 10 million followers -- on Twitter!
Happy Columbus Day! And Happy Thanksgiving If You’re Canadian!
And I wondered why Tops had turkey on special this week.
So Far Its A Fantastic Fall — But What About Winter?
Its been sunny and mild for the most part. Okay, so our days start off and finish up a bit on the nippy side, but otherwise, it's been pretty much wow!