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Happy Veteran's Day!

Veteran's Day - originally known as Armistice Day - was officially recognized in 1954 as a day of celebration, recognition, and memory for all veterans who have, or still are, fighting for this country.  

Prior to that, the original holiday had been created as a memory of the armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities between the countries involved in World War I, and as an honor to the veterans of that Great War.  Since WWI was considered the "war to end all wars" (and since it didn't actually end all wars, instead leading to many, many, many more...) it certainly made sense at that time to have the original name.

However you choose to call it or celebrate it, veteran's day is a way for all Americans to honor our veterans for their patriotism, heroism, and willingness to serve.


xo

RH

Cute Halloween Ideas

I'm not really into the whole dressing-up-for-Halloween thing, and truthfully only a handful of stylish candy-lovers actually ever make it to my door... but these are such adorable looks that I just had to post this for all those harassed moms out there who haven't even thought about the "mini holiday" happening in about two weeks from now.

Here are some ideas:

The classic LBD, pearls, sunglasses, + the latest Vogue Magazine rounds out the perfect look.

Iris Apfel is known for her colorful, creative, crazy looks...why not let the kids have fun?

Bill's outfit has, for years, consisted of the khaki/tan slack, blue jacket, and camera.  So easy!

Go big or go home has never been so appropriate as when dressing up like ALT.


So, who's going to win this year's Halloween costume contest?  



xo,

RH

Celebrate :: Labor Day

Since Labor Day is a holiday that celebrates all the economic and social contributions of this country's workers, I hope everyone is enjoying a much-needed three day weekend!

Haul out those barbeques one last time, and lounge in the pool while reflecting on your summer fun.  Plan tomorrow's outfit...and in celebration of casting off old fashion rules, make it (gasp) all white.  Pack up the swimming pool equipment and pull out the football gear. 

Have a happy happy day!

x

RH

Celebrate :: 4th of July

Happy 4th of July!   

Hope everyone is having a wonderful day + truly appreciating their independence and freedoms.

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Stay safe!

 
x

RH

Celebrate :: Father's Day

Happy Happy Father's Day!

Being a dad isn't easy - it is hard work, all day, every day.  Fatherhood is more than just providing for the family, it's teaching your son how to be a man, showing up at soccer practices when you are exhausted, and learning how to braid your daughter's hair and consoling her when some unworthy idiot  guy breaks her heart.  

It includes trying to fix irreparably broken toys and re-educating yourself on junior high math problems.  Remembering exactly why the sky is blue and not going crazy after the 25th "are we there yet?" 

It's scrimping to send your children to the best schools and colleges, even though you know there probably will not be any jobs for them when they graduate in this economy.  

It's praying and worrying and learning and teaching and sweating and working, and working some more, and loving and showing by example...  and then one day, it's simply letting go.


So, thank you to all the great, loving fathers out there who really work hard to make a difference.  And thank you to my dad for being my father.  


x

RH

Celebrate :: Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day Everyone!

Thank you to all our servicemen + women who have dedicated and lost their lives to preserving the freedom [and freedoms] of this country.  While life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness may be rights of all men, they sadly don't come for free.  

Memorial Day also unofficially marks the beginning of summer.  Which means it is time to pack a bag, clean off the grill, find the tent + sleeping bag, and pull out the bathing suits!  My goal this summer is to spend more time outside, and a glamorous camping trip sounds like the perfect way to achieve this!  

Tell me below, what are your plans for this glorious summer?



RH