Under the weather....

My family has been under the weather lately (see post re: my NYC trip). After being pretty healthy this winter I finally got bombarded a few days ago with a sore throat and ear thing. Hence, no posts in two days! I just downed about 75 Cadbury Mini Eggs (Damn you Easter Bunny) so I'm thinking that by tomorrow morning I will be magically cured and back to posting something other than me feeling sickly.

Happy ALMOST Friday!

We're ready for Baseball season!

Someone was very excited that his Red Sox hat finally fit him!!!

Harborview Hotel Martha's Vineyard

Just booked...a water view room for 2! This June...here we come.

I was "nurse Beth" in NYC

WARNING: kinda long.

Yeah, you read that right. Little old me became a certified nurse for two nights and two days in NYC this past week. My super husband planned to whisk me away to NYC for two nights sans the little man for a little R&R and fun to boot. Well, his body had other plans. Unfortunately, he got hit hard with the flu. Miserable. So, we ended up staying in our Hotel Room most of the time. It was a huge bummer but honestly, I was just happy to be with him for a few days. Just wished he felt better. Anyway, we are already looking forward to another trip into the city without disruption.

That said, I have a few stories from my travels. So, I'm in Darien waiting for the train to take me into NY to meet the Mr. I'm all gussied up with my gear in tow waiting for the train to arrive when two men saunter near me and drop their briefcases on the ground while both heavy in conversation on their respective cell phones. They were not trying to keep their voices low. In fact, I think they may have been tying to alert Russia of their business trysts. One of the men speaks into his cell phone so loud..."Hey, Jimmy...we got the proposal and it looks f-ing great! John and I have been looking it over and were so excited that we've been dry humping it like two dogs in heat for the past two hours. Nice job buddy, we're gonna nail this shit into the coffin. This deal is sealed. See you in an hour-can't wait to celebrate!" Thank God I was wearing my Jackie O sunglasses because I couldn't help but stare at these two buffoons out of the corner of my eye. I kid you not when I tell you I did laugh out loud. I also looked at them like they were complete idiots. I'm convinced they still thought they were two smooth as velvet business tycoons. Good luck to you fellas.

Finally got on the train. My first train ride to Grand Central. So easy. I daydreamed and people watched. It was great. I arrived at Grand Central and felt like Mary Tyler Moore in the big city, free as a bee and so excited to explore. Phone rings. It's the Mr. he's at work and still sounds like he has the Flu from hell. He's planning on meeting me at the Hotel prior to the work dinner that we were to attend (yes, he was sick but he didn't tell any of his colleagues...men). I dropped my bags off with the bell hop at the Waldorf Astoria and B-lined it for 5th Avenue. I'm no dummy. I "happened" to walk right into Saks Fifth Avenue. I love it there. First of all great shopping experience once again. Found a terrific Marc Jacobs top, snagged it. Then I met a really nice woman from NY shopping as well and I asked her if she knew of a place near by to get a mani & pedi. Immediately she pulled out her phone and said "I know just the place and I'm making the appointment for you right now"! My jaw dropped...and I asked myself "wait, do strangers really do this"? Apparently, so. Her name was Vivi, thanks Vivi, you made my day...great place you sent me to! After my mani/pedi I proceeded to Starbucks to grab a Skinny Vanilla Latte and cruise more stores. So much fun. I went to Dylans Candy store and was in sour patch candy heaven. The window filled with bling at Harry Winstons was so amazing that I got whip-lash. It was worth it. How could you not spy something there? I basically shopped till I dropped. Went back to the hotel, dressed and met the Mr. for his work dinner. It was great. We ate at a place called Danube. It was Austrian inspired, very funky. Then we...wait for it....went back to the hotel and slept. That's right, we may have been the only kids in NY heading in while everyone else is heading out. That's okay though, next time.

Friday I was literally bumming around the city all over again and the Mr. came out of the hotel for lunch and dinner...both a block from where we were staying. After both meals he crawled back into bed. Poor guy. We ordered No Country For Old Men on the TV and watched it. It was great. He's all better now by the way. Not 100% but I'll give him a 90%. We left Saturday am to get back to CT. It was an easy trip.

All in all NY was great, just a downer that we couldn't have more fun together. We are determined to make it happen next time:) I missed the little man too...good to be back stealing hugs from him!

SO much to post-too little time!

Hello one and all! I'm back from NYC and Cape Cod...I have lots to update but have to take care of a ton of things before I sit down and type away today...until then, have a great one!!

Happy Tuesday!

Forever in blue jeans

If I had my druthers I'd be fabulous in blue jeans all the time. Jeans dressed down with flats or sneakers and jeans (dark wash of course) dressed up with a great top and shoes for night. I just love being comfortable. The kicker is...I HATE shopping for jeans. Period. I have come to learn after many years that for me it's worth every cent to spend the cash and buy a great pair of jeans that fits your body as best as you can find rather than buying 4 pairs at some other store that fit half ass. That said you have to find that style that fits you. This is where my distress begins. Well, this past Sunday I went to Saks Fifth Avenue and hit the motherload. Definition of "Motherload" = 1 pair of jeans and a coat. But, not without issues. First off where do you start? Citizens of Humanity, Rock and Republic, Seven for all Mankind...you get my drift. I think I literally took 60 pairs of jeans in the fitting room while I was there. Did I mention my visit to try on jeans took way over an hour and made me sweat? So, I'm in the fitting room and obviously start trying on jeans. Oh good god. I'm not really sure why the pair for $275 didn't make my ass disappear all together but they didn't...not getting those. Then comes the next pair that somehow make me look like I'm a child trying on adult clothes. (I'm 5'2" I always have to get pants altered) Seriously, I put one leg through and then another and pulled the jeans up, zipped and buttoned them and the pant legs looked like octopus arms hanging off my legs. Why would I pay a ridiculous amount for jeans if I'm going to have to cut off about 3 feet to have them altered? That's like throwing away 100 bucks. Okay, so after trying on 60 pairs (once again, no lie) and getting horrific chafing marks on my upper thighs from pulling up the jeans as quickly as possible to get this experience over with I finally found a pair that fit like a glove. (Maybe because they have stretch) Whatever the reason I don't care. Oh, snap! It's worth the moola and they are super comfy. I had them altered and they will be ready for my trip to NYC on Thursday. Oh, and I also found an amazing cream, short, belted trench coast by Cynthia Steffe that was too excellent to leave behind! Until my next jean escapade...hope you all have a better experience shopping for jeans than me!

p.s I applied Aquaphor over night to my chafing thighs and I'm back in business.

Got snow? Eh, unfortunately...that would be a yes.

Geez, just when I was gearing up for some nicer weather we get nailed with a snow storm, I think we got at least 4 inches. Okay, it is pretty but come on. I'm ready for Spring. Wishful thinking I know living in CT. The sunny side of this is that Hunter and I played outside this morning and had a ball! That little man loves to eat snow almost as much as he loves playing in it. Too funny. Time to make lunch, then off to the gym then to get a movie and cook a yummy meal for tonight. I'm ready to huddle in on the couch with a glass of wine (or 3), a movie, my husband, my 2 year old sleeping peacefully and popcorn. Let the snow games begin! Happy weekend!

NYC here we come!

SO excited! Just found out last week that the Mr. and I are headed to NYC for two nights sans the little man! Yippee! I haven't been to the city since college. That was a LONG time ago! The Mr. and I have a work dinner to attend next Thurs. night and then we are on our own until Saturday. My Mom and Dad are going to hang out with the little guy while we play. Ahhhhhh... can't wait! We are staying at the Waldorf Astoria on Park Ave...hello shopping. Any suggestions on must do's or must eat at's while in the city???

I heart this....

I loved it and so did Hunter. He picked out this great Vineyard Vines tie for his Daddy for Valentine's Day! Pretty cute huh?

Barcelona Dinner Update...

Sorry, no pics to show...I was talking too much and forgot to get my camera out.

Had a fabulous time though! The tapas were excellent and so were the cocktails (Absolute Citron/Soda/Splash of O.J.= HELLO LOVELY!). The company was even better. There were 6 of us total...I knew the organizer of the dinner and I ended up meeting 4 new girls. One has a little boy that's 15 months old, she works 4 days a week and has Fridays off. The other two girls are married and work full time and the last is a single (dating someone exclusively) Pediatrician. They were all so nice, funny and just plain a lot of fun. I must say it was a much needed outing. It was nice to finally meet some people here. Funny enough almost all of them have moved to the area recently. Who would have thought? We all shared where to shop, get your hair done, where not to go, what resturaunts to check out...blah, blah, bah, you know the really important stuff. So, bottom line: great night. And, it actually got a little better when I got home. I decided to check my email and I got an email from a super nice girl that I met at the Playground last weekend when I went with Hunter. She invited my to join her play group on Fridays...apparently, there are about 6 others involved. I never thought I'd be so excited to get asked to join a play group, when did this happen? Anyway, just when I was about to lose it I'm starting to meet people and get my bearings little by little. Phew. I was ready to pack my bags and head back to MA. I think I'll stick out CT for a little longer:) The Gold Coast is starting to shine.

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Barcelona

Yeah, well I'm not headed to Spain but I am headed here Friday night for a girls night on the town. I'm REALLY looking forward to it. We moved here in December and I still don't know many people...I'm hoping to connect with some of these gals tomorrow night. Should been fun-I'll keep you posted.

Barcelona
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I'm hoping...

That the premier tonight will keep me engaged. I'm not sure what the word on the street is about this show but I'm ready to give it a shot. I'm definitely a night owl. My husband is up at 5am, hits the gym then heads into NYC. That's about alluring to me as getting two black eyes on prom night.(thank God that never happened-there could have been permanent damage done there) I've never loved a super early morning with a workout in the mix. I have to work out in the afternoon. Period. So, that said...we are unfortunately on opposite schedules when night hits. Once Hunter goes to bed around 8pm I'm just ready to detox my mommy brain, catch up with the Mr. before he hits the sac, design jewelry if I'm in the mood, check emails and and maybe watch a good TV show. I hope I'm not the only one that treasures the quiet night hours.

Jackie O never dissapoints

My mom gave me the book A Family Of Poems by Caroline Kennedy for Christmas. I loved reading it, I read it in one sitting. And then I read it again. I'm a HUGE beach lover. I grew up near the beach. I used to go to the beach to reflect when I was happy or sad. I still do. It's sort of my church. I love the sand, love the smell, love shells and sea glass, love feeling the sun on my SPF slathered skin. Basically, if you haven't gathered already I love it all. Upon reading this book of poems I came across this one that I resonated with. It made me smile. My dream is to have a house on the Ocean. If you've seen the movie Something's Gotta Give, I'll take that house, interior decorating and all-it's amazing!!!! Then the poem made me slightly annoyed because here in CT it was snowing today...although the snow was quite pretty I'm overly ready for Spring. Time to plan a little beach trip I think:) Enjoy...

SEA JOY

When I go down by the sandy shore
I can think of nothing I want more
Than to live by the booming blue sea
As the seagulls flutter round bout me.

I can run about-when the tide is out
With the wind and the sand and the sea all about
And the seagulls are swirling and diving for fish
Oh-to live by the sea is my only wish.

Jacqueline Bouvier