The Many Faces of Mary

The many faces of Mary! Have you figured them all out yet? Because I haven't!

I had to laugh hysterically at what people have always told me…that I have crazy facial expressions! I clearly didn't realize that cameras were directed on me as I shared with Cat my surprise at seeing Lolly in a few of my things from across the room at the Men Against Breast Cancer event. At the end of the day, I really don't care about "stuff." I care about people. On that note, I can't say enough about the wonderful work that President/Co-Founder, Marc Heyison and his team are doing with Men Against Breast Cancer. MABC offers support and education to men serving as caregivers to the women in their lives struggling with Breast Cancer. This is an awful disease to face and much of the emotional burden rests on the men walking through this battle as a source of love and support. Lets hear it for the boys!  Most of my enthusiasm during the fashion show was directed towards my dear friend and Fox news anchor Will Thomas who was a celebrity model that evening and looking so fabulous! And of course I was cheering for the always gorgeous, Paul Wharton! What a fun night! (Please visit the MABC website to find out more information and how to support Men Against Breast Cancer - www.menagainstbreastcancer.org)

Losing a close friend is something that must be extremely difficult to endure, and I felt a deep sense of sadness and empathy for my friend. I can't imagine what the experience was like for Cat to go through the death of her dear friend Phil while cameras were rolling. I was moved to tears once again while watching Cat's pick up interviews and seeing the pain and heaviness in her heart. Cat is a treasured friend and my heart goes out to her as she has had to be reminded of the pain watching the episode one year after Phil's death. One of the most moving moments for me in watching Cat deal with this difficult loss was how she handled herself with both tears and laughter. She made a decision to remember Phil by verbalizing the fun memories they shared together as friends. I was deeply touched by the bonus clip where she and Charles memorialize and pay tribute to Phil in a ceremony in their backyard.   

I feel very badly that Lolly seems to be picked on with a few story arcs in this first season of our show. I know we are all tired of hearing about the closet, especially Lolly and Rich! Hopefully this story line is done with already! Lolly is a strong, confident, and independent woman working hard to pursue her career as an artist, and she is quickly growing a thick skin in dealing with the drama of these past few weeks. Keep up the great work, Lolls! I'm one proud Momma witnessing your growth and maturity over the last year.  

I loved the scene with Lynda and Deborah as we "saged" her new home! Lynda is a deeply spiritual person, and while Lynda and I don't necessarily share the exact same beliefs, I respect and honor her spiritual beliefs. It is what truly sets her apart as a special person with true heart and soul. I felt honored that Lynda would include me in the blessing of  her new home, what a memorable experience that was for me. I can't tell you how fun it is to have her back in the neighborhood, and running into her at the Safeway regularly now has been a hoot! It's a contest to see who has the better packed cart, don't miss the bonus clip of my special skills in packing a grocery cart! I wish Lynda love and blessings in her new home.  The "bad decorating" is officially gone with the amazing talents of our mutual dear friend Deborah Kalkstein of Contemporaria in DC.  Wait until you see the beautiful transformation that Lynda's home has gone through.   It's now truly spectacular!  

I have been inundated with requests about the origins of my favorite cross necklace! As is evident in the show, I love the piece and wear it almost every day. It has taken some time to research if the piece is still in production, as I purchased it several years ago on a trip to St. Maarten. I promise to share more news as it becomes available.

Thank you for the many kind words about my style and home as well! I am so humbled in hearing and reading such words of support and well wishes from so many! I'm looking forward to big fun this week when I visit "Watch What Happens Live" with Andy Cohen and meet one of the Amons family all time favorites, Jeff Lewis of "Flipping Out!" This Thursday at 10pm LIVE!