Also, I am starting a new segment for the Smashing Darling Blog, Indie Style Scene, I want to know how you wear your indie. Here is your chance to show off your favorite indie fashion find. I want to know who you are and what you love and want others to know too. This will be a weekly feature. I think the long arm of cool indie reaches far and wide and I want to highlight that. To get more details email me trish@smashingdarling.com

You can also find me writing at Mergirl Shop Blog

and I also want to remind everyone that it is a new season for farm fresh and Dinners at the Farm put on by River Tavern and Feast are in full swing again. I recommend making a reservation and going to one. The dinners are really bringing a lot of awareness to the local farms that we are so fortunate to have in our area.

Cheers
and hope to see you soon,
Trish

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