There’s something about summer that makes me want to slow down and pay attention to the little things. While it can be tempting to fill every weekend with plans, I’ve found myself leaning into experiences that leave me feeling energized,…
Fourth of July Weekend Moments
While the Fourth of July may not have gone according to plan this year, I kicked off the holiday weekend on Thursday night with Aperol Spritzes at a new-to-me spot in Oyster Bay that was filled with incredible ambiance and…
When Mother Nature Makes the Plans for the Fourth of July
If you had asked me a few weeks ago what my Fourth of July weekend would look like, I probably could have painted a pretty clear picture. There would be beach days, sunshine, fireworks over the water, and the familiar…
Life Lately: Back to Long Island Summer Living
As I come to the end of a week-long conference, I’m looking forward to getting back home to my regularly scheduled routine (and sleeping in my own bed). Summer on Long Island always feels like a season I wait for…
The June Agenda
Summer is finally here, and after what feels like a very long winter and spring, I’m ready to embrace longer days, time outdoors, and a calendar filled with experiences that energize me. June is shaping up to be one of…
A Different Kind of Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend didn’t look the way it usually does…and honestly, that ended up being the point. Instead of chasing perfect weather or the “unofficial start of summer” energy, this weekend felt more like a reminder to enjoy whatever you’re…
Memorial Day Weekend: Easing Into Summer, One Intentional Plan at a Time
There’s something about Memorial Day weekend that feels like a soft launch into summer. The kind where nothing is rushed, but everything feels intentional. It’s not just the long weekend; it’s the shift to days spent outside, nights by the…
When the First Nice Day Feels Like Summer Is Starting
There’s a very specific kind of day that doesn’t just mark a change in weather…it signals a shift in energy. The first truly nice day. Not the kind that teases you in early spring, where the sun is out but…
And So, the Sailing Season Begins…
There’s a particular shift that happens when the sailing season begins. It doesn’t arrive loudly or all at once—it shows up in small signs. Covers coming off. Lines being checked. The dock feeling a little less still than it did…
5 Ways I Use the Longer Days to Reset for Spring
There’s something about the shift to Daylight Saving Time that always feels like a quiet turning point. The extra hour of evening light signals that winter is loosening its grip and that a new season is on the horizon. After…
The Sunset That Started My Spring Countdown
The other night, I didn’t check the calendar or look at the forecast. I wasn’t thinking about equinoxes or temperatures or whether Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow. I was just standing at the beach, watching a big orange sun slip…
City Meetings, Wellness Conversations, and a Cozy Halloween
Happy Halloween, friends! It’s hard to believe October is coming to a close…but what a month it’s been. This week brought me into the city for meetings (and, of course, a few favorite workout and coffee stops along the way)….
