Much love to you and future endeavors. You’ll be a success at whatever you do. Having blown up my marriage in September, getting ready to sell the house, finding a new place to live, and losing my greenhouse (a real disaster- want 25 orchids?) I know what building a new life is like. I have confidence in us both. And I’ve lost jobs over ethics too. I’m proud to call you friend.
I'm proud to count you as a friend too, Maureen! Congratulations on starting over (but I'm sorry about the greenhouse. I still think of you every time I see an orchid...or an egret!)
This is so good, Liz. I can relate on so many levels. That meme made me literally laugh out loud. I left my first critic's gig by choice, and I don't regret it, and the second one slipped out of my hands before I knew what was happening. While our circumstances were different, so much of what you've written rings true for me too. And you're so right — being a critic starts with a deep love for these restaurants. I feel that strongly. Thanks so much for this much needed read! I loved every bit of it!!
I revisited your presentation to the Creative Mornings show (Nov. 18, 2022) today and enjoyed hearing (again) what you had to say about criticism, not just for restaurants. I appreciate your message of truth-telling despite the consequences for the teller.
I enthusiastically encourage your writing - keep on pounding that keyboard! You make me laugh.
If you have a weird experience in a restaurant and can't share it with the entire city, why even leave the house?
I kid, I kid. I of course understand that it must be jarring and somewhat hollow to transition from documenting these experiences as your livelihood, to being left wondering if there was even a point to dining out beyond sustenance and the company you keep.
I was laid off in December 2022, and it took a really long time to stop thinking about my life in terms of the old job. It's not unlike losing a friend, even one you weren't especially fond of. Add in the loss of a marriage and that's a lot to carry in a short period of time. I will do my part and hit that Paid button because I look forward to this newsletter so much.
Payments have been turned on as of me writing this comment! I haven't seen any pledges convert over, yet, so maybe people with pledges have to confirm they want to indeed pay? Learning how all this works!
I like to make supporting Haterade as challenging as possible. (thank you!)
Much love to you and future endeavors. You’ll be a success at whatever you do. Having blown up my marriage in September, getting ready to sell the house, finding a new place to live, and losing my greenhouse (a real disaster- want 25 orchids?) I know what building a new life is like. I have confidence in us both. And I’ve lost jobs over ethics too. I’m proud to call you friend.
I'm proud to count you as a friend too, Maureen! Congratulations on starting over (but I'm sorry about the greenhouse. I still think of you every time I see an orchid...or an egret!)
Please tell me you said "no I won't write about your band but here's everything that was incorrect about your explanation of pét-nat ..."
Anyway I'm paying you money now hooray!
This is so good, Liz. I can relate on so many levels. That meme made me literally laugh out loud. I left my first critic's gig by choice, and I don't regret it, and the second one slipped out of my hands before I knew what was happening. While our circumstances were different, so much of what you've written rings true for me too. And you're so right — being a critic starts with a deep love for these restaurants. I feel that strongly. Thanks so much for this much needed read! I loved every bit of it!!
Hi Liz Cook,
I revisited your presentation to the Creative Mornings show (Nov. 18, 2022) today and enjoyed hearing (again) what you had to say about criticism, not just for restaurants. I appreciate your message of truth-telling despite the consequences for the teller.
I enthusiastically encourage your writing - keep on pounding that keyboard! You make me laugh.
Yours everso,
Jimmie Froehlich
thank you for continuing to share your cup screams
If you have a weird experience in a restaurant and can't share it with the entire city, why even leave the house?
I kid, I kid. I of course understand that it must be jarring and somewhat hollow to transition from documenting these experiences as your livelihood, to being left wondering if there was even a point to dining out beyond sustenance and the company you keep.
I was laid off in December 2022, and it took a really long time to stop thinking about my life in terms of the old job. It's not unlike losing a friend, even one you weren't especially fond of. Add in the loss of a marriage and that's a lot to carry in a short period of time. I will do my part and hit that Paid button because I look forward to this newsletter so much.
Best of luck with future ventures!
well said. cathartic to read. thank you!
The button is still "Pledge your support" and says it will go into effect at a later date. Tell me how to give you my money. Please.
Payments have been turned on as of me writing this comment! I haven't seen any pledges convert over, yet, so maybe people with pledges have to confirm they want to indeed pay? Learning how all this works!
I like to make supporting Haterade as challenging as possible. (thank you!)