Newport, KJP, & A Good Movie

Hello, dear friends.  It's a rainy, muggy day here on the South Shore of Massachusetts.  Fingers and paws crossed that we avoid thunder and lightning due to Chili's issues.  I gave her a couple of happy pills just in case.  And I don't mind telling you that I kept a few for myself.

Did you watch the Emmy's?  I was so happy that Rachel Brosnahan and my favorite show, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel received so many awards.  Rachel rocked her red dress. However, that hanging sleeve thing wore on my nerves.  By the way... did you know that Kate Spade was her aunt?

Our weather was beautiful this weekend, so the Mister and I decided to visit one of my favorite towns, Newport, Rhode Island.

We enjoyed a scrumptious lunch on the patio at 22 Bowen's.  We've eaten there several times and have never been disappointed.

While shopping, I met this dapper gent from The Nantucket Bagg Company.  

These bags are great.  
They have over 30 compartments in them.

The bags have been sold to hold everything from tools to knitting supplies.

These would be perfect for all my makeup!

Of course, I would need about five of them, and that doesn't include my miracle creams, gels, masks, etc.

As I tell the Mister... it takes a village.

Newport was very busy due to the boat show. 

It worked out well - the boats kept the Mister occupied, while I got to shop.

I love it when all the planets are aligned.

If you're in town and need to bring home a cheap inexpensive t-shirt to the kids, stop here.  The owner is very nice, and he's got some great stuff. 

I was very excited to see the new (to me) Kiel James Patrick store.  I have followed Kiel and his beautiful wife, Sarah, on Instagram.  Sarah also writes the blog Classy Girls Wear Pearls.

These lovely ladies are August (l) and the store manager, Chrissy.  When I asked to take pics for the blog, Chrissy reminded me that she and her Mom sat in front of me when I was featured on the Meredith Viera Show.  By featured, I mean I was on-air for less than 90 seconds. 

Anywho, the ladies are standing in front of one of the darling dressing rooms.   

If I tried something on, I'd never come out.

If you love the classic, preppy look like moi, this store is for you!

When I looked at this dress, I thought of my #2.

She would look darling in it.

KJP has fabulous jewelry.  

I bought some pieces in the past on the KJP website as gifts for my girls and friends.

Meanwhile, the Mister ducked into one of his favorite stores.  I couldn't blame him, it had been a whole 40 minutes since we finished lunch!

Have I told you the Mister's mantra when it comes to dessert?

Go BIG or go home.

He is holding a cupcake whirlie, which is a cupcake blended with soft serve ice cream.

All I can say is that it should come with a warning label.

It's that good.

He never gets that look on his face when he holds me!

It's lucky I'm not sensitive.

What a great ending to a perfect day. 

If you would like to read about my past visits to picturesque Newport, you can find them here, here, here, and here.

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On Sunday, the Mister and I headed to the movies.  I did not know anything about A Simple Favor except who was starring in it.  I must say that I really enjoyed it and the Mister was equally pleased.  Coincidentally, we called our future bride and groom and they also saw it and liked it a lot.

Until next time...

KJP's dog, Bennie

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