She Said ~ According to the commercials of my childhood, summer is the time for short shorts and “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Polka Dot Bikinis” and Coca Cola. As an adult, summer is more like mosquitos, hellish temperatures, shore traffic, and gratuitous obnoxious fireworks. The height of summer comes on like a prized fighter, ready […]
The Unofficial Official Start of Summer Read More »
(She Said) ~ The 22nd Annual Hot Rods & Harleys returned to Downtown Rahway, NJ, May 10, 2025, for one of the state’s most exciting spring traditions. This free, family-friendly event transformed the streets of Rahway into a celebration of classic cars, motorcycles, live music, local vendors, and community spirit. Hot Rods & Harleys draws
Meet The New Boss, Same As The Old Boss? Read More »
Night One – You are in the air boundlessly exorcising your anxieties, while effectively embracing your courageous spirit – feeding it the soulful confessions it requires. Night Two – You are adapting to your unfamiliar shelter, one you will call home for the time being. Knowing you – it will only take days, perhaps mere
93 Nights, 93 Sunsets, and Endless Olive Trees Read More »
In my head, I live in a climate-controlled environment surrounded by majestic mountains and sand filled deserts. The hot sun warms but does not burn my skin or cause me to sweat. In this microcosm of my creation, humidity exists, and the landscape is green and luscious. By the miracle of my own creation, knees,
The Universal Music of Escapism Read More »
Somewhere at the end of New Jersey but before the Pennsylvania rain, my song began to soar, once again. Watching razor-thin drops gently pierce the mighty Delaware River, adventure was afoot, and the teardrops from above were cleansing. The Pear Tree Project’s ‘On the Road’ took me to Lambertville, NJ, and New Hope, PA, this
Lambertville Offers New Hope For 2025 Read More »
“Urinetown” is a satirical musical set in a dystopian world where a severe drought leads to a government ban on private toilets, forcing citizens to pay for the “privilege to pee” at public facilities controlled by a corrupt corporation. On Saturday, March 22, 2025, The Pear Tree Project had the distinct pleasure of supporting the
Art Fueled by Creativity and Passion Read More »
The state of trying to find gainful employment, and the tools you can use to incorporate this endeavor, are at a pathetically low point. One of the online leaders is Indeed – (a search engine that aggregates job listings from many sources and allows job seekers to search. It also allows seekers to post their
Ineptitude Indeed, Empty Employment and Awe-Inspiring Aquariums Read More »
In times of uncertainty and distress, there is nothing better than comforting food, a good drink, and service that makes it feel like home. On a crisp, remarkably cold day, a restaurant off of Rt 78 West, named Trap Rock Restaurant & Brewery, provided a much needed respite for The Pear Tree Project team and
On the Road for Vegetarian Tater Tots Read More »
Did You Know? The Washington Commanders are going to the NFC Championship game for the first time in 33 years after defeating the Detroit Lions 45-31 on Saturday night. HAIL! This gloomy, wet Saturday began with soup and a stroll, Rahway’s Soup Stroll to be exact. The Pear Tree Project partook in this culinary delight
Eat Your Soup in the Rain, with Friends Read More »
Ghost of Christmas Present (The following interview took place at 10:41 am, on December 15, 2024, in an undisclosed location. It was conducted for the sole purpose of satisfying our curiosities, in light of recent events.) The Pear Tree Project: Thank You for taking time to hover with us today. Let’s get right to it
All I Want For Christmas Is An Explanation Read More »