WITH THE SUN SHINING...

...Nathan and I took to the road. It finally feels like spring time in the city, so on Saturday we took advantage of the sunshine and headed out for a bike adventure. We headed cross town to the lower eastside and over the Williamsburg Bridge to Brooklyn. After a tropical cocktail at Surf Bar (where there is actually sand on the floor) we cruised over to D.U.M.B.O. (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) and biked back to Manhattan on the Brooklyn Bridge. About midway over the bridge I got a flat tire, which is why in this photo, I am actually on Nathan's handle bars. All in all, it was a great day of exploring and we covered a total of 10 miles. Biking is definitely my favorite way to see the city.

If you are wondering about my sunglasses - we picked them up at beach stand in Barbados on the honeymoon for $5: Christian de Roz circa 1985.

CHOP CHOP

About four years ago I began growing out my hair. I decided that I wanted long hair for my wedding. At the time I thought it was right around the corner (little did I know). I decided, if I didn't have long hair by time I got married, I would get extensions. Well there ended up being no need for that. My hair got long. Really long. By the time Nate and I finally got engaged, I was getting regular trims to my really long hair. After the wedding, I vowed to cut it. Get something sassy and fun. But then it became winter, and then spring. I delayed. By the end of April Nathan was sick of hearing about my "soon-to-be sassy cut" that I kept putting off inevitably. I knew I had to do it, and for a good cause. Ade recommended me to a salon in Williamsburg called the Beehive. I checked the website and the vibe seemed funky in a rock-a-billy sort of way, so decided to give it a try.

The Beehive turned out to be a PureOlogy Salon when I arrived. At the shampoo bowl, I admitted to the stylist that I did marketing for PureOlogy. Upon finding this out, she grilled me..."So PureOlogy claims to dry hair faster, what makes it dry faster? Who do you consider the hottest new manufacturer with a sulfate-free shampoo? What makes the NanoWorks Shampoo anti-aging? What is PureOlogy doing to stop diversion? Why haven't you ever changed the packaging?" Yikes. Wasn't going to the salon supposed to be relaxing? Not so much. Besides the fact I was getting 10 inches off my locks (which is enough to make anyone nervous), I had to put on my PureOlogy spokesperson face to play expert to the stylist. I chatted and defended, while she snipped away. Two hours later I emerged with my very short bob and a detached 10-inch ponytail to donate to Locks of Love. Seeing the ponytail detached sort of grossed me out, even though it came from my own head. Go figure. A good friend, Eric Lyman, recommend that before mailing it off I should give it to Nate to wear as a mustache. Hah. Anyway, here is the new do'...Hopefully my pony will make some little girl very happy. If you are interested in finding out more information about Locks of Love or wish to donate, log on to www.locksoflove.org.

About Lock of Love:
Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. We meet a unique need for children by using donated hair to create the highest quality hair prosthetics. Most of the children helped by Locks of Love have lost their hair due to a medical condition called alopecia areata, which has no known cause or cure. The prostheses we provide help to restore their self-esteem and their confidence, enabling them to face the world and their peers.

MENDA & TIM SITTING IN A TREE...

First comes love...then comes marriage...
Here's a lovely pic from Amanda and Tim's wedding back in January of this year. What a fabulous night. Menda, you look amazing, as did all of the PureOlogy ladies! Janae-zer, Jill Cosway, MoSaenz, Leemers and T-Star: I miss you girls!

LBC NATIVE

Nate will probably get mad that I posted this, but I thought it was pretty cool and as a proud wife thought it was my duty to do so. This clip, talking about the launch of Op in Walmart, was posted in DNR today. DNR is the men's version of WWD. Love that Nate gets props from being from the LBC. I apologize if it is hard to read...

BEAUTIFUL BOY

Mr. Milo Lyman. Getting so big!

NY PHOTO BOOTH CAPER

Fun times before I got sick.

This bar makes a fortune off it's photo booth.

POTATO & GRUYERE FRITTATA - YUM

One thing we have noticed since arriving in New York, is brunch is a big deal. On the weekend people don't just go out to breakfast, they brunch. Brunch is an elaborate affair and one of the best deals in the city as far as eating out is concerned. Most restaurants offer some sort of special including your choice of a variety of egg dishes, pancakes, etc. with a coffee and orange juice and a couple cocktails for a fairly low price. People can be seen brunching way past the morning hours, still sipping mimosas as the sun sets over the Hudson River.

Some friends from work have begun making PureOlogy brunch a regular thing. About once a month the small crew of us switch off hosting at his/or her apartment. At the first brunch I attempted a zucchini frittata. It was okay. It was all eaten however, its simplicity left me craving something more elaborate. Something to spice it up. I was aiming for rave reviews. By my third frittata, I think I have found a winning combo. Here is the recipe. Serves 6-8 and goes well with bacon.

3 Tbs. Butter
6 Small Red Potatoes, sliced 1/8" thick rounds
1 Small Zucchini, sliced 1/8" thick rounds
8 Scallions, thinly sliced green and white parts
6 Eggs
3 Tbs. Half & Half
3 Oz. Gruyere Cheese shredded
1 Tbs. finely chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

In an 8 inch pan over medium heat melt 1 Tbs. of butter. Add potatoes and cover, flipping occasionally until brown (about 5 minutes). Add zucchini. Cook all until browning. Put aside in a bowl. In same pan add scallions salt and pepper and grill until soft.

In another bowl whisk together eggs, half and half, stir in cheese, parsley, potatoes, scallions, and zucchini.

In the pan melt remainder of butter. Pour mixture and cook covered until eggs begin to set (about 4 minutes). Lift with spatula gently to allow the uncooked eggs to move to the bottom of the pan to cook. Cover and cook until completely set. Slice into wedges. Serve with tomato bruchetta. Bon appetite.

PAPER MAG'S BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE PARTY

Not even sure how I got invited. :)

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

Thanks to one of our favorite ladies, Tess Weaver, Nathan and I were able to attend an Oakley Party on Monday night where five artists were showcasing their work and as well as their collaboration on a series of limited edition sunglasses. Our favorite being the "back by popular demand" Oakley Frogskins. Yes, the very same Frogskins I craved in the late eighties that were far to big for my childish face. The Frogskins are still far too big for my face, but I intend to rock them this summer because in our swag bags we were gifted with plain white Frogskins and a set of paint pens in which you can decorate your own. Very cool. Not sure what I will do yet for my signature design, but here are some inspiration pieces to think about.