My girls-

I love my girls.
Love my boys too!
However, there is a definite benefit to having daughters in a male dominated family-
Built. In. Allies.
My three sons and husband prefer movies that involve tons of car chases, sci fi, and... violence.
My girls?
We can watch you tube videos of reunited army vets and their family or pets all night( tissues included) or Bridesmaids for the umpteenth time.
Lana Del Ray on Pandora- Check!
Chilled white wine- check!
Look thru old pics, watch old home movies, or read baby books- check!

When I worry about my sixteen-year-old son and EVERYTHING he does and EVERYWHERE he goes?
My husband and my two sons scoff, shrug, wink and laugh with each other...
My daughters knowingly shake their heads in agreement with me and rub my arm to comfort me.
They, like me, text him to be careful.

We are kindred souls.
And now-
One is off to college and the other has... gulp... left to live in NYC.
I will miss them both so much.
On the other hand, because I love them so much?
I am so happy and excited for them! I can't wait to hear about their adventures and experiences.
A whole new chapter...

Wide legged pants- let's discuss.

Went to new York shows this Summer. ( the normal apparel shows where the clothing that is actually sold in stores is shown)

Saw A LOT of wide leg, patterned pants.
They were worn with flats, heels, or wedges.
Saw them with tanks, blouses, and tight turtle necks.

Not sure what I think....

Part of me thinks that they are a split version of the long skirt, ( Which will still be around next Spring and Summer by the way!) the other part of me thinks that they resemble pajama bottoms.

The patterns do distract from any figure flaws ( wide hips, protruding tummy) but I still think these pants may be best on the under 30 set.

Although... A really dressy pair with a tight back t-neck and black heels might be a nice holiday outfit.

Jury it out.

Scout Weekender- perfect to bring for your Junior year abroad!

$45  www.preppyplayer.com

It's- Football on your phone!

This is what everyone is talking about!

Over the years....

 The last few years my son's friend's sister has brought her brother and 3 friends to Six Flags- including my son. They all look forward to it and have many traditions involved in their annual trip.
One being that they take a picture on the same bench, in the same order each year.

I'm so glad they do!

Jack Russell Love!

Music Recommend- Lorde. You're welcome!

Because?
YOU will thank me.

Stella D'oro Margherite Cookies- YOU decide.

I love Stella D'oro Margherite cookies.
Unfortunately, if there is a package in my pantry I visit all day.
One or two a visit adds up, but who is counting?
They seem so mild, so harmless.
They aren't to sweet or too big.
Just. Right.

For a long time I bought these packs-

And usually I would eat the chocolate and if I was desperate, the vanilla...


Then Stella D'oro must have heard my prayers!

Now my only problem? If you look at the calorie content, one or two cookies- many times a day...
Add up.

And I was blaming the wine for those few pounds.
Wine or cookies, which makes the cut?

Scout Four Boys Bag- Fall, 2013 preview!

Still $50. Still HERE!

Buh-Bye JCrew!

I know.
I've threatened before.
This time I mean it!

First, they lost my daughters.
Now?
Me.

This Summer wasn't too bad. Loved the Seahorse shorts.

However....
Just received an email with the Fall 2013 Look Book...

So... who is their customer now?

Better yet,
Who are they?

Love my patio cubes!

Have a seat!

Im selling these now- LOVE them!

Fab Habitat brings an innovative new line of indoor/outdoor poufs. Made from recycled polypropylene and other materials suited for outdoors, these cubes are weather and mildew resistant. Sturdy enough to balance food and drinks, they can also double as seating for your guests. 

Whether inside or outside the house, these cubes multipurpose used in so many ways!

 $150.00

Haven't figured out how to ship them economically just yet- stay tuned!
At the very least? If you see me at an event- I'll have them!

Equus Foundation, one of my favorite events!

"Charities are born from the passions of people united by a common interest,The EQUUS Foundation is no exception. It was the belief that horses have a positive impact in our everyday lives that led to the establishment of The EQUUS Foundation in August 2002. The EQUUS Foundation also does business under the name, Horse Charities of America. The name, Horse Charities of America, was selected in 2009 to better convey the mission of The EQUUS Foundation.

Since 2003, over $2 million in grants has been awarded to charities across America that are improving the quality of life of horses, promoting the use of horses to enrich the lives of those in need, and educating the public about the horse's unique ability to empower, teach and heal. Horses enrich the lives of millions of people of all ages every day, especially children. Help us transform the way horses are treated and perceived and build a more compassionate America that values the magical and powerful bond we have with horses."

Look for me here!

How I am greeted every evening...

Wanna play?

Down the shore!

I'm selling "down the shore" today. 

Because I'm aiming to live down here one day, I try to get jobs/gigs in the area where I would like for us to end up.

About an hour by train or ferry from Manhattan, 4 miles from the beach-( far enough from possible ocean flooding) the Rumson/ Fair Haven area of NJ is beautiful. The taxes are better and the area is not as congested. 

Give me five more years and I think I can convince my husband this is where we should be... In the interim i will continue to build my business down in here in preparation!

Anchors

For the past six year I have been selling anchors because a certain girl in my life was involved in this:

Now, everywhere I look all I see is anchors!

I'm thinking the Anchor won't just be a symbol reminding me of my oldest daughter's sorority life, it will also be a symbol of Summer 2013!

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Inspired!

Isn't this the prettiest bar set up ever?

I love my wine, but this could convince me to go the cocktail route....

Or at least a nice set up :)

Hard to believe...

That after months and MONTHS of dressing like this:

I am now about to head down to Baltimore, Md. where the temp is predicted to be 94 degrees all weekend!

Odometer predicts?

Lucky day!!!

Update!

So where have I been?

I've been busy!

I've been at Rice's market in New Hope, pa selling my wares. This girl was a big help! ( no, really!)

I was at the Garden State Horse show in Augusta, NJ

Sold some Tizzie shirts. ( like crazy)

I was at The Old Salem Horse Show in North Salem, New York selling Spunkwear and Tizzie shirts!

Next? Baltimore, Md- Lax Splash!

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