UpGemini featured photographer on OneNewsLive

It is with pride and with a great deal of emotion that I share this link with you!

This is what Mr. Eric wrote in his article on OneNewsLive.com
"Even though Whitney Houston’s funeral was an exclusive and invitation-only event, that didn’t stop hordes of fans and news crews from making the tribute pilgrimage towards the Newark, NJ neighborhood where the service was taking place. Some congregated in the public spectator areas with binoculars in hand. Others came together at local places of business to watch the service unfold on television.
OneNews user, “UpGemini” was on hand at a burger joint just outside the police-restricted funeral area -- a vantage point from which she was able to document some unique details of the day.
Here is the conversation I had with her..."

Click here to read the whole interview.

Spider-man in action

After spotting Spider-man in Times Square a few days ago, I feel much better about living in the city.

"Go, web! Fly! Up, up, and away web! Shazam! Go! Go! Go, web, go!"

Tribute to Whitney Houston

Today I have witnessed how much she was loved, at a gathering in Newark, NJ, in the occasion of her funeral. 

She will not be forgotten.

If you would like to see more photos, you can click here to visit my flickr account.

The Year of the Dragon

Parades are one of my favorite things. You get the chance of being in a noisy, colorful and smiley crowd. Loneliness? Ah!

The atmosphere at the Chinese New Year Parade was so warm and cheerful.

Hello, cute little blue dragon :)

Let's just do it

Talking about Valentine's day, that is.

AWWW

OK, done! We can move on now ;)

And yes, they were truly in love, I have spotted them at Grand Central, NY.

Way way too lazy

Brooklyn, Sunday morning, drinks last night, freezing cold out now...

the only effort I could make today is to reach the local donut heaven! hehe

The funny side of jazz legends

Bucky Pizzarelli and Howard Alden giving an amazing performance at The Picture House, Pelham, NY.

Ahhh, I love when musicians enjoy themselves and let their silly side shine! :)

I will be right back

After three days of photoshop, almost non-stop, this is how I feel...

I will try to be more charismatic next time, now I need eye drops!

The dangers of facebook...

I am so glad my paleolithic cell phone does not connect to internet

hehehehe

Street art happily spread throughout Dumbo, Brooklyn. You might remember the horse sign...

Weekends are made for...

✮toys machines  ✮sprinkles & flowers  ✮running dogs  ✮balloons  ✮french toasts  ✮cupcakes  ✮ladies in uniform  ✮outdoor pianos

Chinese New Year, the party is not over yet!

 This is the scrumptious dinner my bestfriend made for a restricted number of lucky gourmands... I was one of them!

The Three Cups Chicken, a Taiwanese specialty, was exceptionally good. Fresh basil and ginger? A win-win!

Two weeks of celebrations, eh? This is taking the holidays pretty seriously, I like that!

Wearing egg pants to lunch

Premises. 1. I am IN LOVE with Liz Kinnmark's Egg Pants. 2. Soft-boiled eggs with soldiers are one of my favorite comfort food... and the term just cracks me up!

I am telling you... egg pants are FUN! You'll see them again (maybe not just for eggs, but don't tell Liz).

Faces of the Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade

Dragons will follow :)

And don't forget, today is the last day to participate to my giveaway!

Monday trivia NYC

Guess where I have been... look carefully (THE HAT)! Tomorrow you will find out, bedtime for me now.

How to cheer up a Gemini - 101

You have been asking this and I know that it is not easy to deal with a Gemini in grumpy, hopeless, drama-queen mode. Hey, I'm an expert, I have done this many times... being in distress, I mean ;) So, this is my simple recipe, my first-aid kit. More will follow.

1. A friend, like Silvia! No solitude allowed, you know that your mind will drive you crazy, so stop listening to it. Drive a friend crazy, instead!  2. Go Out! Don't sit down with your misery, but head to an interesting place nearby; a place that you would normally find entertaining. Normally, 'cause at the moment you are enjoying too much bitching and sobbing, aren't you?  3. Do something fun, but most of all just Do!  4. Immerse yourself in art! The sillier, wilder, crazier the better.  5. Eat something delicious. Food is always a good remedy, isn't? But don't stuff yourself... moderation?!? I Know!

Give it a try it and let me know if it works. I will share other variations with you. And hey, don't forget my giveaway, four days left!