Declaration of Independence!

When in the course of human events, it becomes necessary to occasionally enjoy oneself, and this weekend that is hopefully what you will declare to do - I know I will!  As you reflect on the meaning of the 4th of July and then quickly shift those thoughts to how to pack in as much fun as a 3 day summer weekend offers, perhaps these images will spark a few ideas! 

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Drive, scoot or walk...

to get here, here or here or just somewhere fun!

then you can  grab a bite or grill ...

 relax or ...

...play

...but bring cool clothing...

Tory Burch & Calypso are always appropriate...

... a blanket & throw for the beach or Park

oh, and don't forget your cool attitude and loving heart!  

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We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of  - Happiness - Have a Happy July 4th Weekend!!!

Weekend pitch!

❤As a child I remember loving tents - a place where you could create your own fantasies,  to escape from the adult world and hide in your imaginary one.  We would take a broom or 2 and some sheets and books to anchor the ends and eureka!  Now, tents for children have come a long way and are a bit pricier than our homemade creations.  So if you are not feeling creative, here are a few cool ones to purchase.  

 Kids Rooms Tents

 Petit Tresor Tent

 Etsy Hip Huts Tents

Willow Pavillion Tent 

           Knights Tent                                              Haba Play Tent

Oh, and who says your too old to have a tent - sometimes you need to escape from the kids, create your own world... 

These are pretty awesome for adults yes?  

Have a Happy Weekend!

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Adult tents:  Raj Tents & Sai Tents

Summer reading...

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I met Adriana Trigiani years ago while working at The Today Show.  She was and I suspect still is, my kind of woman - fiery, smart, wickedly funny, mildly raucous, bold, friendly and with a big personality.  Since neither of us was shy, we instantly connected and chatted each others ears off.  We made shopping dates and plans to hang out in the city - and, if both of our schedules were not so insane, I suspect that we would have honored them.  But, in typical NY fashion, I remained connected to her through her books and occasional mailings.  Now however, my connection to her will be by reading all of her books this summer - yes, all of them!  I have them all and will shamefully admit to only reading two - and what a great read they were!  So, I am currently reading Brava Valentine.  I find that summer is a time when we slow down and do some of the things that we love and perhaps connect with those that we love - or their art -  Brava Adriana! 

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