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Swine stories
I liked the story (“Swine stories: Singer/songwriter recalls life on a Secaucus pig farm,” Nov. 17). I have noticed that with the malls came a new way to pronounce Secaucus. I guess Joe and I are the same age only I’m not a poet. A small note is that John Stewart is not an original member of the Kingston Trio. He actually replaced Dave Guard. – Anon.
Thanks for the Kingston Trio tip.
Sassy satchels
I totally love those “World According to Jess” handbags. (“Fashion fearless: Hoboken vixen launches funky and functional line of handbags,” Dec. 6) Where can I get them? – Heidi, Weehawken.
Locally, they can be found at Peper (1020 Washington St., Hoboken) and Down to Earth (527 Washington St., Hoboken). The can also be found at several New York boutiques, including Verve (353 Bleecker St., Manhattan) and Patricia Fields (10 East Eight St., Manhattan) and online at Girlshop.com.
Gift guru
You know what else makes a great gift for under $20? (“Gift-wrapped: Eleven groovy gift ideas for under $20,” Dec. 6.) A $19.99 gift certificate. – John
A $19.99 gift certificate for where?
Represent the rainbow
As a frequent reader at the Ristra Grill Open Mike, I urge minorities in and around Hudson County to attend. Not for any reason than it is fair and right and enjoyable to have talent of all cultures, ethnicities and races at the Ristra on Tuesday nights. Actually, this is probably true for every performance space in Hudson County and particularly Hoboken. – Radomir Luza, Jr.
Looking for laughs
Do you think it’s a good idea to buy a thong for your office grab bag? It’s totally anonymous so you won’t get caught, and it might inspire a good laugh. – D.
Well, even if you won’t get caught immediately, people around the office will gossip about it until they smoke you out. Don’t do it if you’re management and they might sue you. If you’re just a working boy, you might be in the clear. Heck, it might save someone the embarrassment of buying one for herself.