snow delay

On a snowy post-christmas day, there's nothing better than lounging around and nibbling on the christmas treats left in the parents kitchen!

red velvet cupcakes and the deranged gingerbread men my grandma bakes every year...

{she may have slacked on the appearance over the years, but the scrumptious flavor remains the same}

the BEST vegan choc. chip cookies by a friend in NYC...

Abbie's mouthwatering, annual 'bark'...

the spicy, homemade cheese crackers from multiple friends never go to waste!

homemade meringue, with peppermint ice cream and Caroline's hot fudge sauce tops off our annual christmas day dinner party with many family friends.

3 french hens.

Where did this month go? I can't believe it is already December 22nd...

While all the little children in the world are counting down the hours until Santa arrives... I am still gathering my thoughts together of what else I need to get as christmas gifts.

Here are some ideas to get you through last minute shopping!

1. Kiehl's non-greasy hand cream

2. Wine War's game from West Elm

3. Magnolia Candle from Michael Aram

4. Donkey Kong for the Wii, Best Buy

5. Umbrella from JoS. A. Bank

6. Steven Alan boxers for men

7. Mini cooler with a funky print by Vera Bradley

8. Small Cosmetic bag by Stephanie Johnson, B.D. Jeffries

9. Turq. and Black Diamond Earrings by Diana Warner

10. Spa Gift certificate from somewhere in your town!

cozy cloths

Today, was by far the coldest day we have had in the city for Fall 2010! I bundled up with my black wool jacket accented with few of my key winter items. The first chilly day was somewhat refreshing and did not bother me one bit. No wind and sunny skies; I can't complain! December is a great excuse to purchase some snug yet chic winter accessories.

Here are some of my favs to mix in with your wardrobe.

marc jacobs. Shaneen Huxman. rag&bone.

we are owls. topshop. kate spade.

rag&bone. Adrienne Landau. rag&bone.

Countdown...

To Christmas has officially Begun!!

25 reasons why I love living in NYC during the holidays...

1. White Winters.

2. Easy access of ice skates @ Bryant Park or Rockefeller Center or Central Park.

3. Barney's and BG's window displays.

4. Christmas LIGHTS everywhere.

5. The transportation.

6. The variety of bands that jam in the city this time of year!

7. Annual Christmas parties. good time each year.

8. Best Christmas shopping, ever!

9. Wearing my FURS.

10. 100's of Santa's drinking and spotted throughout the streets of NYC on one Saturday.

11. Christmas tunes playing everywhere.

12. The Nutcracker. the NYC ballet.

13. Eating and drinking with new and old friends at the best and coziest spots in lower manhattan.

14. The sounds of the hustle and bustle on the streets during the holidays.

15. New Yorker's are a bit friendlier during the holidays :)

16. Roasted chestnuts on the sidewalk.

17. Living next to West Elm started my obsession and not to mention great spot for dirty santa gifts, holiday entertaining and deco.

18. Seeing The Christmas Spectacular (Rockettes) on the Radio City Music Hall neon sign.

19. Fab Christmas treats from the pastry vans throughout soho and holiday parties.

20. Finally some days off of work!!

21. Festive laser light show @ Grand Central is entertaining for the second your passing through the station.

22. I find myself this time of year enjoying brunch every weekend with friends, that leads to day drinking, that usually leads to a holiday party that evening!

23. FAO Schwartz, duh!

24. Passing by the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center at least at some point over the holidays.

25. When returning to the city after Christmas Day I still get butterflies.