Category Archives: Vinnie on…

The Boat is a cash free society. The shops, the OB (Officer’s Bar), the coffee bar and all excursions simply take your room number and charge your account – your account being the money you’ve already earned, remember Jew and … Continue reading →

I never got to experience Los Angeles the way it really should been experienced – with the exception of my one glorious day with Minda G. Ware, but of course I have a few observations: June Gloom? Has anyone not from LA … Continue reading →

I was shown a Los Angeles I didn’t know existed – I’ve spent most of my time in LA either at the rehearsal studio, the Sizzler or the “dorm in the ‘hood” without a car to explore, I had to … Continue reading →

It is Summer correct? I know New York City – and most of the east coast for that matter – is suffering from a major heat wave, but here in L.A., well, Inglehood, it hasn’t gotten much higher then 75 … Continue reading →

My landlord’s been really good about my letting someone stay in my apartment while I’m gone to look after my things and care for my cats – we’re not using the sub part of that word anymore – while I’m … Continue reading →

There was a time, a few years ago, when I traveled a hell of a lot. When I worked for Batman, and was second in command of retailer and convention services, part of my job was coordinating travel arrangements, for our … Continue reading →

I completely forgot it’s three hours earlier here in LA than it is in NYC. Today it sorta messed me up, right now my body thinks it’s one am but the clock says it’s only 10 pm. How do I … Continue reading →

As I signed the Boat Job contract – 18 signature in all – my heart was beating a mile a minute. I was suffering a bit of anxiety; for with each Vincent J. Costa, it became more and more real. I just … Continue reading →

After my last shift at the Duplex, the gang and I headed uptown to Don’t Tell Mamma’s where they made Tom and me sing. They wanted us and we gave it to them! It’ll be the last time we sing together … Continue reading →

$99.00 – that’s how much I’m spending to get three jackets and two pair of pants altered to fit my slimmer frame – a small price to pay, in my humble opinion. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on … Continue reading →

It’s my last day at the desk and after being here for ten years – with a six year sabatical  - leaving is actually, bittersweet. That job paid the rent & bills, allowed me the opportunity to see a great … Continue reading →