When there are things going on in my family, its tough to be away. SO, Meg and I hopped in the car, Moll hopped on a plane and we all headed to Long Island (we missed you Patrick!) It was SO good to all be together this weekend and make each other laugh.
Fun events from the weekend included family tattoos, a trip to Aunt Nancy’s, ‘Easy A’, a beautiful baby shower in Garden City, delicious food, and the Nate Berkus show!
First up, family tattoos: (Meg and I did not get another one, but we will…) Mom, Molly and Kelly did though, and they’re really cool! Nothin’ like a family Saturday night at the Tattoo Parlor!
Kelly!
Mom!
Wordpress won't let me rotate this photo! But, here is Mom's!
Here is Moll's, she got it on her ribs (although, it's much smaller than it appears in the photo), and Kelly got this same one on her wrist - both include all our siblings initials, MPCKM!
After family time at the tattoo parlor (no big deal) we had some Mexican food at Meson Ole! Molly’s biffle Grace and her lovely boyfriend Rich stopped by to say hi and to make us laugh with all their funny stories! It was very good to see them. 
Next up was church out in Bellport at Fr. Jerry’s then a visit to Aunt Nancy’s for some delicious food, and more laughter! Thanks for the amazing meal!!
Aunt Nancy's cute little Ginger
Delicioso
Molly liiiikes
Sooo good!
Group shot!
Just the scissors
I also got to see my favorite girlies and have a wonderful meal at Glen’s. Such a treat.
And nowww… I present to you ladies and gents… The Nate Berkus Show!
Thank you Twitter for another wonderful connection – tickets to the Nate Berkus show, Blogger Edition. I met a bunch of cool design bloggers, including Amy from Maison Decor, The Moggit Girls, Kwana from Kwana Writes, and a few more! We had a great time, and let me tell you ladies, Nate is just as cute and sweet as you would think. Very well dressed as well.
He did an excellent segment on sprucing up your own home without having to shell out any dough by shopping your own home – it was very interesting and helpful. I’ve been “shopping” my parents home every time I go back to NY for my new big girl apartment and now I learned a few new tips – thanks NB!
He also did a fashion segment with surprise guest Christian Siriano, winner of Season 4 Project Runway! Christian is one of the most darling people I’ve ever seen, he’s the size of a damn Polly Pocket doll for goodness sake – so cute! Also, during this segment they gave the whole audience gift certificates to Payless as well as an accessory from Send the Trend. I got an amazing necklace – and you know what made it more amazing? It was named Mollie (yes, not the same spelling as my sister, but equally amazing).
On our way to the Nate Berkus show!
We're here!
Such a cutie!
YAY!
So excited
Bloggers babay
Lots of design bloggers in one room... why was I there (I'm not a design blogger...) who knows? And, hey, who cares?!
Almost timeee
There he is!
Answering the audience's questions after filming
Such a beautiful set
Had a quick and delicious dinner at The Tik Tok Diner before hopping on the Bolt Bus
It was a great weekend but now I miss my family again (the downside of living away from one another…) Oh well – Hump day is over and it’s almost Friiiday!
Goodnight!
Yeah! lol! Colleen, it was great fun to see all you girls! Next time maybe we’ll do pulled pork! Glad you guys had a great time! Esp. with each other. Love ya!
Thanks so much Aunt Nancy! It was so good to see you and eat your delicious food!!! Love you xo
It was fun standing in the line to Nate show with you and then finding out you were from boston area too! Nice post and it was fun to see your family. Thanks for the shoutout!
Thanks so much! Was so good to meet you too!
Ack I LOVE Nate Berkus! You’re so lucky – what a great experience!
Thanks so much!!! He is such a little cutie – it was a really fun time.
I’m from Long Island too! <3 Meson Ole! Now I'm totally craving some delicious Mexican food. Is 10am too early for that?
It’s never too early for a little Mexican… food that is! woopwoop. Gotta love Meson Ole – such a classic!
Could your family BE any more adorable?! I love the tattoos. I’ve always though of my parents and siblings as anchors– no matter how rough the sea, they hold you in place until it’s time to head back to the harbor. (Cheeseball alert!)
You are so cute!!! Thank you so much. I hope all is well – need to catch up soon.
Oh man…I just love Elizabeth’s comment about family being her anchor!!! God bless u Elizabeth!! Not cheesy at all! xo It was lots of fun at Nate’s show, So nice to meet Amy & her hubby on the way in..and sitting next to Candace(that adorable Litigator!) and I cant believe Kellys friend from St John the Baptist,Meghan, was sitting just a few seats away!! Hi Meg! Sorry we didnt get to talk with you,I cant believe you recognized us, small world. ps must show us pic of your cool fireplace after renovation! And I cant wait to get Kwanas book when published, good luck Kwana! and I have to say one of my favorite part of the day was Nates, assistant, Dina!!! That woman is just so funny, and being the mom of a comedian(Hi Patrick!!!) I know funny!!! Keep up the good work Dina, I predict this will lead to a sitcom for you!!…another fun post Coll, luv them. Goodnite sweetie. Sweet Dreams. luvu,Godbless
So glad Ginger did not get a tattoo. =) This was entertaining writing & photos. Great fun. I learned about you at Media Bistro. Keep up the good work.
B. Lynn Goodwin
http://www.writeradvice.com
Author of You Want Me to Do WHAT? Journaling for Caregivers
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
That’s so cool! I wish I had heard about that show, I totally would have gone to NY for it!
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