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Being a person who has suffered from hot flashes his entire life, I have crafted a world around a constant breeze.

At home, a fan is always on. Usually, inches from my face, as I sleep. Bell’s Palsy be damned!

At work, I have a tiny desk fan also directed at my person, providing a sense of calm in a world of ledgers and spreadsheets.

What I can’t control is the outside world. I can’t bring a fan with me wherever I go (Why not??). When I’m in a store or restaurant or waiting for the subway, I’m at the mercy of a cruel, windless environment.

There are only a small number of NYC subway stations featuring any modicum of moving air. The existing ceiling fans are supremely filthy, yet I have no issues directing my eager face upwards, ready to inhale any and all mysterious black debris that dislodges from the fan’s protective cover.

I don’t care what type of substances make their way into my mouth. As long as there’s a breeze on my face.

No matter where I go, it will never be cold enough. While that 90 pound chick shivering in her winter parka next to me, I fan myself desperately with a menu and subtly wipe away boob sweat.

Luckily, tonight I dined with my dear author friend MC, who I can always rely on to be as equally enrobed in constant sweat and/or always suffering from “the vapors”.

Sometimes it’s the strangest things that bonds people together.

Sometimes, it’s just sweat.

Oh, what about the food?????

Here’s a quick summary: We loved everything!! Especially that amazing chicken.

Ok, The End.

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AVOCADO Bruschette - lemon, aleppo pepper - $5

AVOCADO Bruschette – lemon, aleppo pepper – $5

Summer Squash Panzanella

Summer Squash Panzanella

Spaghetti with.....(I forget) but it's yummy.

Spaghetti with…..(I forget) but it’s yummy.

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POLLO AL DIAVOLO broccoli rabe, chilies 26