Water Wine Travel™

Last year, after my return from London and all the hoopla surrounding the royal wedding, I decided to host a pre-mother’s day tea party with my mother, sisters, friends and nieces.  This year the “tradition” continued.  We were blessed with perfect weather in NYC for an outdoor garden party.

Water Wine Travel - the "bistro"

I asked my guests to wear a beautiful hat (my way of “forcing” moms to show themselves some love).  In addition, this year I chose  to fundraise for a local Brooklyn charity – Little Essentials.

Sandie Trombert, the founder and director of Little Essentials, attended and spoke passionately about her mission to serve mothers and families in need in the Brooklyn community.  When I think of her awesome story it makes me want to scream, “THINK BIG.”  It felt great to see Sandie pack up her car with diapers, a breast pump, strollers, clothing, and envelopes with monetary donations.  We were living well and doing good.

The luncheon also served as a launch for my new part-time venture as a Stella & Dot  jewelry stylist.  I love Stella & Dot jewelry and I was introduced to the opportunity by Quay Watkins who held a trunk show for a mutual friend (who is running a 5K to raise funds for  another charity).  Hmmm… this seemed like fun and a great way to engage with other women.  It got me thinking about merging my love for parties and  philanthropy with a fashion forward company.  I’m calling this new venture and my “WHY” for doing it – jewelanthropy.

A few photos of the festivities.  I love the “hatitude” on these ladies.

Sandie Trombert – Founder/President of Little Essentials

Anat - Hat Happiness

My mom -Glamma

Juli – founder of gogreenbabygo

My neighbor and fellow blogger Amy aka @SelfishMom

Lisa – co-producer/film maker “My Brooklyn Movie”

My Inspiration – Quay – Stella & Dot Stylist 

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I’m calling this hat “wedding dress for a head” – I didn’t want to take it off.

Check out the Little Essentials website and consider making a donation to this great charity.  I’ll keep the virtual trunk show open for a week.  A portion of your jewelry purchase will be donated to Little Essentials.

I hope you had a great Mother’s Day. Live well. Do Good.