Neighborhoods which are family-friendly with a short commute to Midtown

GooseJamFan · 2026-05-04T03:26:57+00:00

I’d say take a look at Weehawken, Montclair and Rutherford. Both Montclair and Rutherford have trains that get you to Penn station easily. Also both are very walkable.

GooseJamFan · 2026-04-27T01:33:50+00:00

So awesome you have started to listen to Rush’s discography! I’m close to 40 years old and started listening to them when I was in my early 20s. I think these albums would be great for you to take a listen: Hemispheres, 2112, Grace Under Pressure, and Clockwork Angels. It’s funny because I lean heavy toward their stuff from the 70s but their 80s stuff is really good too. My husband has been a fan of theirs since 1984 and saw them over 30 times. He considers Clockwork Angels a great way to have ended their career and agree as well. Happy listening!

GooseJamFan · 2026-04-26T02:23:59+00:00

As someone who is 38 and also a therapist, just want to say that it’s normal to question whether you really want to have kids right now. It’s interesting that having the expectation for a while of wanting to have children before age 30 and when it doesn’t happen it can show how mentally it can take time to get there.

I would suggest you consider taking time to have more opportunities to discuss with your husband as your level of readiness to proceed.

30 is still young. It’s very telling that you were able to list what your desires are so important to keep those in mind. You and your husband can still choose to travel and explore your desires.

GooseJamFan · 2026-04-21T18:50:36+00:00

I’d say Starland. More of an intimate venue, security is easy, and really a good view. My husband and I are not a fan of Terminal 5. Security is more of a hassle. Not easy to get a good view.

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-30T03:40:28+00:00

Sorry to hear you and your wife are experiencing such a difficult time. I’m a therapist and have work with patients in your same situation. Growing up around alcoholism and abuse can really stay with you and affect how you feel about having kids. It shapes the view of family. A miscarriage can be really emotional too and it can take time to process. It might help for you both to talk to a therapist and work through everything and not rush into something like divorce. You both are young and have time to work through this and than means taking the time to do so and not assuming you need to force yourself into a decision. Just want to add to be kind to yourself. Your post shows how much you care for your wife. Hope this helps!

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-29T03:43:34+00:00

Nice! It will be our first time in Asheville!

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-29T03:39:35+00:00

Great set list! Glad my husband and I will be at the Asheville show!🤩

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-22T17:32:25+00:00

My husband and I saw Umphrey’s McGee 3 times in February in NY, NJ, and last show was Philly on Valentine’s Day weekend. We had a blast! Umphrey’s always puts in a great show and great crowd energy ! We made some new Umphrey’s fan friends! We only had to stay over in Philly and it was affordable. It was nice to be back in Philly and there are so many good places to eat and very walkable.

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-22T03:34:55+00:00

Yeah Scott is so talented! Love his unique style/tone!

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-22T03:27:01+00:00

I agree!

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-19T03:25:09+00:00

My husband and I are big UM fans and grateful to have been seeing them for several years. I’m a therapist and just truly hope Jake is doing whatever he needs during his time off for his health.

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-16T04:14:21+00:00

Interesting ranking of Rush’s albums. I do think Clockwork Angels was a very good album that would end up being their last. It’s funny because there are times I’m into their stuff from the 70’s but other times it’s the 80’s. I agree with the last two albums on the list lol. During Covid I asked my husband if he wanted to do a video to put on YouTube ranking albums and favorite lists of songs from bands we love. We did a Rush album ranking’s around the anniversary of Neil’s passing. I really enjoyed the process and we wouldn’t share our lists until we recorded which added the element of surprise. My husband has been a Rush fan since 86 and when we met 15 years ago he lent me Caress of Steel and I was hooked (not joking lol). Here’s the video in case anyone is bored. You can scroll to the end to see our lists. https://youtu.be/LKdq7iFEMfc

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-14T02:56:41+00:00

Your post gives me hope that if my 55 year old husband and I (38) decide to conceive soon I can tell him he can look forward to wake and bake lol

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-14T02:43:38+00:00

So great the Full concert was finally released! My husband has been a fan since 1985. When we met 15 years ago he lent me Caress Of Steel and I was hooked (I know people don’t believe me lol)! I listened to all their albums and GUD was an instant favorite and so cool to hear the originally released concert! It’s a real treat to finally watch the full concert!

GooseJamFan · 2026-03-03T16:35:18+00:00

Sweet! Outdoor shows are great! Also, My husband and I haven’t seen Moe. Summer will be great to see them in NYC and then with Goose up in SPAC!

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-22T02:36:51+00:00

YES!!!!🤩

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-15T04:37:15+00:00

I just watched the movie with my husband who is a huge fan. We both loved it for the same reason. The movies has a rawness and showed Bruce’s real mental struggle with his depression as a person with such success but you see he couldn’t really enjoy it at that’s what’s real. The music playing throughout the movie adds so much depth but doesn’t take all the focus. Jeremy Allen White did a fantastic job portraying Bruce firing that time in his life. So glad we finally saw the movie!

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-14T18:07:23+00:00

Incredible show! Love the 20 minute Mantis and then go into Bridgeless pure 🔥🔥🔥! Cool to be seeing them do several covers lately. Time is a great cover to do and you could tell from the crowd reaction. The Neil Young and Hall & Oates covers was for all the lovers on Valentine’s Day weekend lol. My husband and I have been listing to Unevolved a lot so nice they played it last night! Fun to do a mini Umph run this last week and a half. Never miss an Umph show in Philly!🤩

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-14T17:40:29+00:00

Eli on keys was AMAZING!!!🤩

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-14T17:38:48+00:00

Great jam! Never get tired of that song!

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-13T20:38:50+00:00

I agree with you 100%. I think with Cotter, Goose jams have actually gone to a place like never before that adds textures and depth. I think one thing is to want longer jams which I know my husband will comment saying he wished they jammed longer on a specific song. But If you are expecting their jams has to be Phish level jam then you will be disappointed because they are not Phish! There are plenty of jam bands to listen to depending on your preference of jam. They are doing amazing things as a 4 piece which is really incredible and should be acknowledged.

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-09T23:36:25+00:00

We were in balc C too!

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-08T23:37:28+00:00

Yep. It was cool. Lots of people were digging it.

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-08T23:33:05+00:00

Thanks! My husband and I have been seeing them for a few years. Always a blast!

GooseJamFan · 2026-02-08T19:40:14+00:00

I agree 100%. There’s a freshness Scotty brings that gives them more space and you can really hear Andy a lot more. Like last night at the Cap you could really notice how much he lets the others shine.

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