LIFE | 9-11 MEMORIAL TRIBUTE IN LIGHTS + A BRIEF SEPTEMBER 11TH REFLECTION

HAPPY MONDAY, EVERYONE!

I AM THINKING OF AND REFLECTING ON SEPTEMBER 11TH TODAY, ALONG WITH MOST OF THE WORLD, AND AM SENDING VIRTUAL HUGS.

NO MATTER HOW MANY YEARS PASS, IT IS SOMETHING I REMEMBER VIVIDLY.  I WAS LIVING IN NYC WHEN IT ALL HAPPENED AND IT IS THE SOUNDS FROM THAT DAY WHICH STAND OUT THE MOST TO ME 16 YEARS LATER.

a year or so after THat fateful day, I MOVED OUT OF NYC TO LOS ANGELES, BUT THE MAGIC OF THE CITY LURRED ME BACK ALMOST A DECADE LATER.  TO THIS DAY, NEW YORK CITY IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE CITIES IN THE WORLD!

Over the years, I HAVE REFLECTED ON this day here ON MY BLOG IN THE PAST VIA A LETTER TO NEW YORK CITY, IN A 12TH ANNIVERSARY REFLECTION, A SEPTEMBER 11TH REFLECTION AND I REMEMBER 9.11.01,  AMONG OTHERS.

BELOW, I SHARE AN IMAGE I CREATED DAYS AFTER THE EVENT, WHILE LIVING IN NYC, TO SIMPLY SHOW MY SUPPORT. as well as A COUPLE PICTURES I TOOK looking up FROM THE ROOFTOP OF MY APARTMENT IN THE FINANCIAL DISTRICT A COUPLE YEARS AGO, WHERE I SAT WITH MY THOUGHTS AND MEMORIES FROM THAT DAY IN 2001.

in the photos you SEE THE 9-11 MEMORIAL TRIBUTE LIGHTS SHINING BRIGHTLY AND ONE WORLD TRADE CENTER AND THE FREEDOM TOWER STANDING TALL NEAR BY. ALMOST AS TO SAY, I'M LOOKING OUT OVER YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET. ❤

IMAGE CREATED BY LIESL EHARDT DAYS AFTER SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

AND USED as a WTC MEMORIAL GRAPHIC.

9-11 MEMORIAL TRIBUTE IN LIGHTS imageS by liesl ehardt

location: FINANCIAL DISTRICT FROM THE rooftop of my last NYC apartmenT

TRAVEL DIARY | MOVING DAY, WEDDING IN NYC + WEEKEND WITH FAMILY IN VA

HAPPY Tuesday, BLOGLAND!

It's been a busy last couple of weeks filled with mixed emotions that quite honestly haven't fully sunk in as of yet.

i was back in new jersey helping my parents pack up and fully move out of my childhood home of 30 years, which was a project in and of itself.

after the move, i was off to nyc for a quick whirlwind weekend of weddings, one in gramercy park and the other central park, which were both just lovely!

Finally, it was back down to Virginia for a couple days with family and to see my sister perform in the Manassas chorale before heading on my big road trip westward WITH A STOP IN NEW MEXICO TO VISIT MORE FAMILY.

more HIGHLIGHTS AND travel diary posts from the road coming soon! ❤

MOVING DAY READY WITH MY NEON PINK DUCT TAPE THANKS TO MY AWESOME BROTHER-IN-LAW

BUFFALO SHIRT: AL'S OASIS - CHAMBERLAIN, SD | GOLD MOON NECKLACE: ALI EXPRESS | racerBACK BRALETTE: XHILARATION BRAND AT TARGET | NEON PINK DUCT TAPE: AMAZON | LIP GLOSS: GIVE ME GUAVA BY COVERGIRL

MOVING MY PARENTS OUT OF OUR HOME OF 30 YEARS | LOCATION: FAR HILLS, NJ

WITH THE FANTASTIC MAYFLOWER MOVING TEAM AFTER A LONG, BUT SUCCESSFUL MOVING DAY  |  LOCATION: FAR HILLS, NJ

MANDARIN ORIENTAL SUITE VIEW | LOCATION: COLUMBUS CIRCLE - NEW YORK CITY

AVOCADO TOAST | CAFÉ FIORELLO - LOCATION: LINCOLN CENTER, NEW YORK CITY

BUTTERFLIES RELAXING ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD | LOCATION: ROUTE 143 OFF 78 WEST - GREENWICH, PA

TEXAS MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS + HOUSE CHIPS & SALSA | EL VAQUERO - HAYMARKET, VA

WITH FAMILY SEEING MY SISTER PERFORM WITH THE MANASSAS CHORALE CONCERT | LOCATION: HYLTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - MANASSAS, VA

BLACK COLD SHOULDER TOP: FOREVER 21 | BLACK BRALETTE: FOREVER 21 | INDIGO BLUE PRINTED MAXI SKIRT: FOREVER 21 | GOLD LASER CUT CLUTCH: IVANKA TRUMP VIA TJ MAXX

RICE & GRAINS BOWL WITH CHICKEN | LOCATION: CAVA - GAINESVILLE, VA

WITH MY OLDER SISTER & MOTHER | LOCATION: CAVA AT PROMENADE COMMONS - GAINESVILLE, VA

BLACK COLD SHOULDER TOP: FOREVER 21 | BLACK BRALETTE: FOREVER 21 | SUNGLASSES: LAUNDRY BY    VIA TJ MAXX

RACCOON NECKLACE AT CHARMING CHARLIE | LOCATION: PROMENADE COMMONS - GAINESVILLE, VA

JALAPEÑO DEVILED EGGS | LOCATION: FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL - GAINESVILLE, VA

WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS WITH FAMILY COLLAGE | LAYOUT VIA MOLDIV APP

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PICTURE SHOW: CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK - ROCKEFELLER CENTER & ST. PATRICK'S

Happy Friday & Holidays, Everyone!
I'm back with Part 2 of my Christmas in New York Picture Show, which is of Rockefeller Center, the iconic tree, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the light show.  If you missed Part 1 of the holiday windows you can see them HERE.
My trip back to the city was a quick one. but I tried to jam as much in as I could and tried to capture all the magical moments of Christmas time in this incredible city.
Wishing all of you a safe and magical holiday weekend!  Enjoy! ❤

Quick Rockefeller Center selfie with my Marvelous Mother a midst the hustle & bustle.

⤷ ALL OF THE ABOVE IMAGES BY LIESL EHARDT.

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PICTURE SHOW: CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK - VIBRANT HOLIDAY WINDOWS & DISPLAYS

Happy Holidays, Everyone!

I was back in NYC for about 18 hours in total for some press events and did my best to make full use of my time to take in everything that makes Christmas time in the city so magical.

I'm dividing my brief time there into 2 separate posts.  This is Part 1 showing all the holiday windows from Bloomingdales, Saks Fifth Avenue, Barneys and Lord & Taylor to Macy's and some of the hotel and landmark Christmas displays.

This year they were very vibrant, full of rainbow colors, my favorite, and a unicorn mixed with gold, extra bling, sparkle and shine.  Plus, magical snow, Aspen trees, which I felt was another sign for myself, and chic fashions!

Overall, spreading love and acceptance was a main theme, which I loved and thought was a perfect message, especially this year.

Join me on a picture tour of the city as seen through the windows and displays.  Enjoy! ❤

⤷ ALL OF THE ABOVE IMAGE BY LIESL EHARDT.

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