kayaking

John and I often say

that you could never do 

all there is to do in 

the Hamptons.

For example,

after spending several hours at

Sagg Main Beach

the other day,

we drove home.

Upon arriving,

I opted to sit on our patio

on that pleasant afternoon

and read a really good book.

John & C

decided to walk 

to the end of our street

and rent kayaks.

From there,

the adventure began.

They paddled to

a nearby island

and explored 

the rocky terrain,

spending some
invaluable

father-daughter

time.

Another day,

another memory ~

and it's all going by

so fast!

I'm trying to hold on. 

To make the days slow down.

But they are going by 

faster and faster

toward the day

that we must 

leave for Georgia

and the

real world.

As Scarlett once said,
"I'll think about that tomorrow..."

still celebrating

We had a great time celebrating

the 4th of July

at Jenn & Geoff's

beach club.

thebtsc.com

The facilities were very nice,

but they paled in comparison

to God's handiwork.

We found our group of friends

under one of the many blue and white umbrellas

dotting the horizon.

Jenn & I sat on the beach

enjoying the libations of the day

while the guys provided

chair service

and 

lots of laughter.

The lifeguards

were ever vigilant 

so there were no worries

as to the safety

of the children 

as they rode the waves

in the ocean.

However,

I was more than a little

concerned 

when faced with these guys.

Clowns just 

freak me out.

fireworks

Sag Harbor

celebrated the 4th 

with

fireworks

Saturday night.

We were so excited to be 

invited to watch them 

on S and C's boat.

It was a gorgeous evening

and love was in the air!

As the boat gently rocked,
we snacked, enjoyed the
setting sun, twinkling lights, and scenic view
of boats on the horizon.

As the sun set behind us,
the moon arose ~
and we basked
in its presence.

It was so peaceful and quiet

on the water...

until the 

fireworks

burst the silence

with ear shattering booms

and dazzling colors.

The sparkling lights over the water

were breathtaking.

As we watched the spectacular show,

we reflected on the joys of

our freedom,

our gratitude toward

the soldiers who

defend that freedom,

and we brought a little

Georgia to the Hamptons

by playing

Lee Greenwood's

"God Bless the USA."

One of us cried.

Happy Independence Day!

i spy

With Lyons' friend from Georgia

in tow,

we made a jaunt to the city

yesterday.

While there,

we visited the

Discovery Museum

in Time Square.

It's one of our favorite places to tour.

The exhibits are always amazing and 

it's the perfect length 

to keep my children's attention.

The current exhibit

was ideal
to captivate our group.

It was SPY: The Exhibit.

The secret world of spies

was intriguing

and we all gained 

a wealth of knowledge.

And of course,

had some fun!

Afterwards,

we stopped at Element 

to purchase some backpacks 

for the upcoming school year.

Yikes!

Did I just say that?

kicking off the 4th

The wine stand was hoppin'

Friday night.

We met up with dear friends

to enjoy the great music,

succulent wine,

and good times.

Even the kids

had a great time.

It's been an amazing June

and it's going to be a 

fantastic 

July!

tour de sagaponack

Last Wednesday,

my daughter 

was invited by a friend

to attend

"Tour de Sagaponack."

C's 10 year old friend

planned a bike ride 

to raise money for 

Heifer International.

Children and parents

met at 

Sagg Main Beach

at 5:15.

They were off and riding by 5:30!

The families rode to Madoo Conservancy

for a tour of the gardens.

 The next stop was a tour and pizza
at the 

Little Red Schoolhouse.

It is an active one room school
built in 1885 

and still educating students
in grades 1-4 today.

The final stop

was Wolffer Estate Vineyard

where we had 

verjus, water, and cheeses

waiting for refreshments.

What a great experience,

created by a young girl

already making a

difference

in the world.