One of my goals is to instill a “joie de vivre” in people’s everyday lives. Because life is so precious, why not enjoy every moment? I’m talking beyond just birthdays, but celebrating your every day life with others. Surround yourself with people who love you and appreciate you for who YOU are. I know some of you out there would like to just pass by your birthday. But NO! Enjoy your day. Cherish the day. Own yourself. And then cherish the next day and the next!
Strive to have your days filled with fun, laughter and joy. I understand that planning any type of celebration can be daunting, scary and maybe even mundane. But I can show you how to make a party fun and fashionable. Plus, I can help you get it ALL done; save you time and even add in a fun element of surprise. Just ask!
I’m passionate about celebrating every day, but I think birthdays are my favorite. On a 16th birthday for one of my kids, I created 16 little perks of fun in a big bag. Everything from their favorite candy, to 16 pennies, to their favorite bag of flaming hot Cheetos, to numbers “1” and “6” candles. There are so many ways to make a colorful bag of goodies. And it doesn’t need to cost you a lot of money. It’s all about joy and love you put into it. And as Amy Adams character says in the movie, “Her,” “We are only here briefly and in this moment I want to allow myself joy.”
I found joy in six great places in NYC. Try them out for a celebration some day. You will not be disappointed. And how could you? It’s NEW YORK CITY, baby!
1. Best Oysters - The John Dory Oyster Bar
Who is John Dory anyways? Ha!
2. Best Ladies Lounge – Beauty and Essex
Bubbles galore!
3. Best Salad Niçoise – Lafayette
Authentically French!
4. Best Date Night – ABC Cocina
Incredible tapas to share and wine from Mendoza. Jaja!
5. Best Groceries – Eataly
You name it. They have it.
6. Best Accessories – Henri Bendel
The best of the best!
Enjoy your life. Enjoy it now. And be happy! I'm happy!
Cheers!
