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Quick off-topic question: I'm at 25th and Park Avenue South and need some Godiva chocolates in a hurry (long story). What's my closest source? TIA, S

Is there a Barnes and Noble near you? They usually carry godiva chocolates

There's a B&N at 22nd street and 6th ave. I think they sell Godiva in the cafe.

If I were you, although it's not "closer", I would get on the 6 train, go to the 51st Street stop, get off, and like RIGHT THERE by the train there's a huge Godiva place. Get it, and get back on the train.

That's probably the quickest, even if it's not that closest; it's easier to go the 3 uptown blocks to 28th Street stop than all those crosstown blocks.

Thanks all--I'm taking Curtis' advice now--and p.s, you had my vote...

What's a cheaper alternative to Duravit sinks?

Thanks, Shannon, for your vote AND thanks for correctly spelling the possessive of my name. And now I'll be curious how your little trip turned out.

"AND thanks for correctly spelling the possessive of my name."

I think the correct spelling would be Curtis's. An "s apostrophe" is used for the possessive of a plural. "Curtis" is not plural.

No, Curtis is correct that the traditional possessive of his name is indeed Curtis'. There are usage guides that also approve Curtis's.

While s' is the possessive of a plural, it has also long been used as the possessive of any word ending in S. I've only seen one usage guide that insists on a distinction between singulars ending in S versus plurals.

(Yes, actually I do read usage guides for fun. The Chicago Manual of Style is almost as soothing as a good Jane Austen novel.)

Some people insist that s' is appropriate only for the possessive of a proper name from history: Moses', Jesus', John Adams'... But that's not a hard and fast rule, obviously. I wouldn't be offended by either Curtis' or Curtis's. There are many other ways to screw it up.

I would argue that Curtis is clearly on track to be an historical figure in art and design, so we might as well start s'-ing him now. It will save confusion later.

Still wondering how Shannon's little Godiva errand went, he he he.

When I did the "Curtis Place" thing in that subway station-esque bathroom, the idea was to be a play on the idea of "Astor Place" since my first name is from a family name, too, and therefore, I didn't even need to address the apostrophe placement. Methinx I'm more confused now than ever, though.

And seriously, if this has not been a copy machine conversation, what the heck is?

Where can I find pull down school maps, preferably old ones?

Molly,
Ebay! I bought one myself, but instead of being vintage, it was newish and I found the colors to be too bright to actually hang it up on the wall. But there were plenty of other options for not too much $$$. Good luck.

I'd argue for an apostrophe and s for the possessive of Curtis as well...but not for the subway sign, which looks great as it is and makes more sense. I think that usage guides have probably added the s' option because so many people do it...which I guess is how "use" is determined. Ah the English language, an ever-adapting tapestry of use...

A shot in the dark...

Does anyone who went to the Modern Show in NY a couple of weeks back remember which dealer had the Florence Knoll credenza? If I recall correctly, the dealer was the first booth in the aisle just to the right of the entranceway.

Or, if anyone know anywhere else I could find a vintage 4 position FK credenza w/ marble top, pointers would be greatly appreciated.

Kevin--
I know someone who may know. I'm checking...

But Shannon, we've been patient enough... what exactly causes a Godiva emergency? ;)

ND--
All other sinks.

Kevin--
A trusty insider source has this to say about tracking that dealer down:

"It might have been Secolo 20, LLC, the owner's name is Ron Hamaeker and his phone number is 917-838-4548, I am really not sure where his booth was right now.

If I were the person I would go to www.stellashows.com and click on the E-Preview section and see if any particular dealer looked familiar. First aisle to the right of the entrance way? Could they give me a description of the piece? Was it very plain? Did it have dark or light wood? Was the wood woven or wavy by any chance?"

Shannon--
You were SO CLOSE... a Godiva store at 385 Fifth Avenue... and Godiva available at Guy and Gallard 475 Park Avenue South.

I finally bought a real sofa, after saving for 4 years after college. I bought the Brooke from Crate and Barrel and have had it for a week. Whenever I get off of it, the cushions rise up as well instead of staying firm. I have never seen this happen before. Will this settle in after a while or did I get a bum sofa? Thanks for your help.
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=934&f=21669

aia,
I've had my new sofa for about the same amount of timne, and my cushions do a similar kind of thing. When I sit on one, the rest shift around. I haven't even been worrying about that because i've had other issues with it...I'm looking forward to other peoples' answers, because this is my first real sofa too!

Patrick -
Thanks very much for the tip. I'll give Ron a call. The credenza was the classic Florence Knoll design - steel legs, dark solid wood (rosewood or walnut, I believe), and, if I recall correctly, a black marble top.

It's this design, but with a black marble top:
http://www.highbrowfurniture.com/storage/products/knoll4/

Kevin, I would also check out Pier 88 at The Triple Pier Antiques Show this weekend and/or next. See the AT 1/2 price ticket informaiton on the show. If you don't find it there a dealer may have something similar in his shop and at least you have another source. Oh Pier 88 does not open until 11am on Saturday and Sunday. Good Luck!

Kate

Godiva: the real story is SO much less interesting than anything p(too) could invent-but the 51st shop had just the thing.

Maps: have you tried City Foundry, 365 Atlantic Avenue?

Punctuation: And I thought comments about spelling were off-topic ;)

Shannon -
I'm sure it seems uninteresting to you, but to me it was just the bookend that I needed! I'm glad you got what you needed; and I'm sure the trip went pretty quick!

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