Will someone please tell me why May flies by so fast and January just lingers on? Doesn't it always?

The month started with a party at my brother Michael's to celebrate Emma Grace Lyons' first communion. She looked lovely and was so gracious opening her gifts. I know I'm biased, but she really is special. I just had to show you.

The following week brought Cinco de Mayo. My friends and I have a weekly "Monday night suppa club" and it's so fabulous. Everyone takes turns hosting it and we were elated when we realized the 5th of May fell on a Monday this year. Fun fun fun. My dream is to someday publish the recipes and share the antidotes that make our tummies and our faces smile on these special (and silly) nights.

Because Mother's Day weekend at the store is crazy busy, and my Mom has five kids that all want to spend time with her, we opted to go out the Sunday after Mother's Day, along with my sisters and one of my nephews. What a day. We spent the day taking in some little league (my nephew's the catcher on his team -that's him.. so big!) and then endulged in some fresh Rhode Island seafood. Nothing wrong with that! Ethan's team won... and the icing on the cake.. so did the Sox! He is so my brother Joe!

Of course, the middle of May means one thing to true antique junkies like myself...Brimfield.

I went on Friday and although, it was a little drizzly- it was still great fun for me.. to see the thousands of dealers attending, so many fields of things to look at you don't know where to begin.

It's known as the largest antique show in the world held since 1959!

Last week, my neighbor across the way went up for his class B full liquor liscense and had huge success thanks to the many residents and merchants that showed up to support him. I'm happy to announce that you can now get a cocktail at the Tavern By the Sea. Stop in and have dinner and a drink. It's so picturesque and the food is wonderful.

Speaking of wonderful food, the Beach Rose Cafe has announced it's summer hours and they are once again offering dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Over on Main St. there's a new shop around the corner called Eveline Luppi Gallery. They are open and very exited to be here!

Twelve years ago on the 15th, I closed on the purchase of Beauty and the Bath. A dear friend saw that the flower boxes outside were looking a little.. well... delapitated and has lovingly made two gorgeous new red cedar boxes! As we speak they are at the coppersmith's being lined to withstand the New England weather. You should be able to drive by the shop next week and smile. I have to say, my best day off in a long time was spent shopping at the wholesaler's for ivy and annuals to fill my stunning new purple boxes. Pictures to follow!

Summer pajamas have arrived and are flying out already! I know the talk is that the economy is doom and gloom but I guess no one told my faithful customers. It seems, instead of filling up their gas tanks to go out of town, they're opting to stay close to home and look great while they're doing it. Kim and Jen unpacked countless styles of pj's , capris, robes and gowns last Friday. Check these out ~ just a sampling of what's here.

Suzy Pajamas

Palm Beach Lily Capris

Asian Blossom Capris and Pj's

Genevieve 100% Cotton Robes

Aren't these great? Satisfy your thirst for hip and trendy with these fabulous art bottles... drink up! Perfect for whiskey, lemonade, green tea or the perennial favorite, H2O.

It takes two to ... detangle! This kit features two of the best selling So Cozy products...So Cozy Pre-Detangling and So Cozy Detangling and leave in conditioner. Includes a detangling comb and a rubber duckie. Paraben free. Knots and tangles will never be a problem again!

Shady Day Daily SPF 30 wipes provide a convenient mess free way to apply broad spectrum UV protection. Hygenic pre-moistened sunscreen wipes are designed for the entire body with an absorbent formula leaving the skin feeling dry and smooth. Perfect for the whole family and people on the go!

Monogrammed soap

Pillboxes..

Mirror Compacts

Our nice & naughty mugs capture all of the risque thoughts we think, but would never say!

Mystic Scrimshanders has launched a new website and they invite you to log on to view their online catalog, scrimshanders.com. I heard they had a great showing at their annual Baltic Amber Show at 14 Main St last weekend.

And right next door, the ladies at Askham and Telham are enjoying their May arrivals. Tall white pitchers, lamps, ceramics and some dog prints from artist Lucy Dawson are just a few of what's new and pretty. Stop in at 12 Main and say hello.

19th Annual Open Juried Photo Show at the Wickord Art Association Gallery May 17 - June 4: Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Sun. 12-3 p.m. 36 Beach Street, North Kingstown. For more information call 401-294- 6840 or visit http://www.wickfordar t.org.

On June 19th, Kindermusik of Wickford will launch a new Kindermusik program for the community's littlest of music makers at More than Music . Classes will be taught by Krishna Johnson, a mother of three and one of my very best lifelong friends who has recently moved back to town (I'm so elated she's home!). According to Krishna, Kindermusik provides a powerful experience for a child and parent."The many songs and activities in Kindermusik class enhance a child's total development by strengthening physical, emotional, social and cognitive skills at a very early age," Krishna Johnson explains. "Kindermusik believes a child's most important teacher is his or her parent. That's why we are one of the very few programs that include parents in activities with their children." Click here for class info and contact information.