DAY 7: FIND TREASURE [Into the woods...]

Tim, my band's drummer, and I were supremely bored as the NYC rain continued to rain on our parade. With a lack of funds, we threw a whole bunch of ideas out there including renting a movie, some old video games, and/or continue sitting there with absolutely nothing to do.

Then we contemplated a SCAVENGER HUNT. But to make one is a lot of work, no? That's when Tim remembered this new global community that participates in GEOCACHING.

All you need as a GPS (or a friend with an IPhone) and your first set of coordinates. Use your brain power and find some REAL TREASURE. And you can cherish your "wholesome" memories for the rest of you life..... sappy huh?

GPS Lite - Free for Iphone and all you need for Geocaching.
Oh, and a brain cell.
Our travels brought us to Central Park at night....not the brightest move.
But we did indeed find the CACHE! Try it before you knock it.
It's addictive!

DAY 4: FRISBEE/SUNBATHE [On a Clear Day....]

Do yourself a favor and get a friend who doesn't have a day job. Actually, get a couple of 'em. Cause when others are working 9 to 5 (not the musical), you can have places like Central Park all to yourself. I gave my guitarist [check Day 5 for details] and best friend, Patrick, a text and off we were to Sheep's Meadow. Threw around a frisbee, caught some rays, sweet action jackson.

You will only have to share the park with:
1. Other actors and musicians. Unemployed of course.
2. The bag-of-ice-with-water/beer-selling guys. (DON'T BUY FROM THEM, you'll get a ticket, and they litter!!!!)
3. People who live in rent controlled apartments...ie Cat Ladies w/millions of $$$, Kids of NYC Prep, Grandpa Crazy.
4. Models, who live similar lives to actors and musicians, but much MUCH hotter.
5. Hippies, straight up hippies.

I watched these boys for an hour while they practiced capoeira.... Need a I say more?

Patrick offers today's STRAIGHT ALTERNATIVE:

"Get yourself a large pair of aviators
and pretend to journal. Park yourself in front of
your nearest lady interest"

Duh....thanks Pat.

DAY 1: TAKE A DANCE CLASS [Let the Sunshine In!!!]

I had been planning to go back to dance class since I graduated from college....that was 3 years ago! Broadway Dance Center had been my go to but I heard about this fabulous theater dance class being offered at Alvin Ailey Dance Studio, taught by Vic DiMonda.

Vic was out and I was upset but class was taught by Jennifer DiDonato and boy was I impressed! I have no flexibility left but I tried to give my best acting beats ever. We did a combination to the title song from Hair which is currently playing a Tony-Award winning revival on Broadway. I saw the show at Shakespeare in the Park last year (this year's trip, courtesy of MIM) and it was amazing. Grab a ticket ASAP!

So grab your dance shoes and make your way over to the studio! The facilities are also super bright, super spacious, and super clean! Alvin Ailey is also offering an introductory rate of 2-classes for $25 for new members! Great fun and a great workout..... WORK IT OUT!