I guess I fall into "one of those more affected by his death."
Earlier in the week, Kate Spade died. Other than seeing her name in some outlet malls on overpriced handbags, I had no connection to her. I'd rather have a rusted out 911 part than some Kate Spade stuff. A coworker of mine (female) commented on how sad her death was.
She was bummed.
I was not.
Honestly, I had no connection to her, so I understand people having no connection to AB.
AB was accessible, and even as I will say I can down a bottle of wine as easily as I can down a 12 once soda- it hurt my head to think of how much he drank on these shows. It hurt me to even think of the hangovers- but....
for me, it was THIS episode. My wife loves NYC. I had fun visiting. This episode covers NYC, and specifically a bar with artwork from the writer (Bemelman) who wrote/ illustrated "Madeline."
At the time, we were reading this exact book to our daughter, and the pictures were a familiar night time ritual. You can almost hear Anthony bemoan and simultaneously treasure the "burden/gift" of reading to a daughter every night.
At the time, it made me swear I would take my wife there.
Tonight, in the context of his death, it makes me reaffirm I not only owe my wife a trip to NYC, I need to take care of myself for my daughter's sake.
I certainly cannot afford it now, timewise or moneywise, but I will make it happen. Somehow.
ps- this episode also gave me an idea for my wife's christmas present of a few years back (she's a foodie/ likes to cook) - I bought her the Bemelman's cooking book mentioned in this episode.
Edit- at 13 seconds in, there is a glimpse of a "good restaraunt"- Omo peche? Daniels? It's like an insider easter egg hint. Is anyone familiar with it? Would like to go there.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sXSEcOGPsU