lifestyle
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The Search for Self: Embracing Change and Joy
Knowing Yourself is The Beginning of All Wisdom –Aristotle I’ve spent much of my life unsure who I am. Not in the dramatic, soul-searching way novels portray—but in the quiet, persistent ache of trying on identities like ill-fitting dresses. Funeral director. Writer. Model. Actress. Author. Each stitched with hope, worn with grace, sometimes discarded with…
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Spooky Season Guide: Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown Highlights
🎃 When autumn arrives and the leaves turn bright colors in the Hudson Valley, Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown become a Halloween wonderland full of stories and spooky charm. No matter if you love a good scare, enjoy history, or just want some fall fun, this part of New York has something memorable for everyone. This…
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Labor Day Weekend Outfit Ideas
Two months have passed in a flash. We’ve moved from July 4th Weekend to Labor Day Weekend, the unofficial end of summer—with emphasis on unofficial. Still, the weather is spectacular, and the beach vibes remain. With that in mind, I’ve styled three outfits to wear to various summer gatherings. Whether you’re heading to a barbecue,…
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Why Sea Salt and Wood Sage is a Summer Essential
I was recently at the Jo Malone counter at my local Bloomingdale’s and struck up a conversation with a fellow customer. We both expressed our love for Jo Malone scents, enthusiastically sharing our seasonal favorites and discussing what makes each fragrance special. As we explored the array of options, we playfully spritzed on a few…
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Summer Fragrances: Your Passport to the Perfect Summer Scent
Summer is a magical time for me, and I love everything about it – the beach, dining al fresco, shopping for bathing suits and sandals – and changing up my fragrance. I must admit that I’ve already used Beach by Bobbi Brown (on my summer of 2024) list, a few times. I find it has been a perfect…
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July 4th fashion
It feels like just yesterday we were celebrating Memorial Day, and now we’re gearing up for the July 4th Weekend. I’m looking forward to each day of my holiday weekend, filled with fun and shared with friends-beach parties, garden gatherings, and dining al fresco at a restaurant overlooking one of our beautiful Long Island marinas.…