—And I quote: “All endings are also beginnings. We just don't know it at the time."—Mitch Albom

—Just a thought: Someone said that pain is a way of making you aware that you’re alive. You know, I’m pretty sure happiness can do that, too. Just sayin’…

—Touting Thomas: Congrats go to Chicago urban historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas, who has a new gig at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center as a brand ambassador and social-media chief, Axios noted.

I’ve had the good fortune to witness the depth of Thomas’ knowledge (and humor) on a tour. This is a perfect match.

—Bliss-stake: Did you get your invitation to Jeff Bezos’ wedding to Lauren Sanchez? And what do you get them as a wedding gift—his ’n hers Botox packages? Oh, I know—Amazon gift cards!

—Blue York: In an anticipated move, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is joining the field trying to dethrone NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

The good news for Cuomo is that he has high name recognition. The bad news is the possible reason for that recognition: having to resign in 2021 after a report released by Attorney General Letitia James found he sexually harassed 11 women. There was also his questionable leadership during the COVID crisis. (BTW, Cuomo has denied any wrongdoing connected with both.)