We're just mad about Saffron...

Ok fine, so yellow isn't my color but I don't know of any green songs that have been in my head all weekend. Despite the rain and cold that has consumed 3 of the last 4 days, we're looking ahead to those May flowers and green things all around. After all, what better season to celebrate all things green? Here are some green things that we can't get enough of...

Green herbs and veggies at Union Square or Lincoln Center Farmer's Markets

-Asparagus, string beans, and broccoli oh my! Mix 'em all in a delicious stir fry along with some of our favorite House of Tsang stir fry sauce...beware: spicy version could cause loss of control of sinuses.

-Officle desk looking drab? Pick up a green plant to pretty up your depressing office digs

Wonderfully Green Grass in Central Park

-If you're in walking distance (which I am, so hurrah!) take your lunch break on the Great Lawn or any other giant patch of green.

Green Tea Blast at Jamba Juice

-Delish but a bit high in caloric intake (291 calories per 16oz...eek!)...better hit Pilates after work

Other ways to green your lifestyle (and we're not talking about the environment):
-Truly adorb green sandals under $100
-Writing a good old fashioned note via snail mail? Try super chic green eclectic note cards.
-Try this delightfully Springy green scarf for windy days or for a darker blend, try this one.

Sorry, I don't do East side (unless it's the Village or Blue Smoke), so the 4-5-6 line is out!

Any other wonderfully green things out there?

Daily Dilemma: Leaners

Have you ever been leaned on while riding the train? You know the sitch. The train is packed. You've once again had a rough day because your boss just wouldn't back up off you. And to top it off, you end up next to a Leaner. Whether sitting or standing, Leaners are wreaking havoc on the daily ride.

Let me tell you a story. Daylight Savings had begun and I was super psyched to get home during daylight. I rushed to the 33rd street PATH station, and was lucky enough to get a spot where I could lean on the wall of the train while standing. This is the most highly coveted spot aside from the ultra coveted and hardly-achievable seat. Imagine my surprise when a trio of British chicks comes and crowds my space. I will interject here by saying that crowding of personal space is accepted and expected...when there is no other space to stand. On this particular train car and on this particular night, there was plenty of standing room. One of the said Brits then proceeds to lean on me, obstructing any space that I had to hold the handrail. And anyone who's rode the PATH knows that one must always have a clear view to a handrail because of the spontaneous jerking that this particular train tends to do.

Despite my best efforts of rebuttal with a polite 'excuse me' and eye roll behind her back, she refused to give me space. What's a polite, experienced NYC traveling gal to do? My suggestion is that when said British girl leans on you, push her. And then push her again when she and pals diss American sayings whilst riding American transportation.

April Showers

It's only 3 days into April, and already the gods have unleashed their fury in the form of a downpour. Just last week I gleefully praised the happy spring Friday, and here I am today with frizzy hair and wet feet. Don't get me wrong, there is something comforting about a good storm...just not when I have to leave my apartment and venture out into it. Am I alone in thinking that the only thing worse than riding the train in general is when riding it whilst soaked in dirty rain water? Not to mention the day when you forgot your rain armor?

Defense Against the Storm Tips:
1) Beware of the slippery subway steps and sloping street corners where the puddles run deep and cabs don't slow down, causing a veritable tidal wave of infested water. (A word to the wise...keep your mouth closed).
2) Best defense against the storm? A super strength (and chic) umbrella and super cute, recession friendly rain boots. Just be sure to get the tall ones for the most coverage.
3) It's Friday so treat yourself to lunch! Just remember to order in today, but don't wait till you tum is growling - delayed delivery service in downpours!