There are only two times a year that I make certain to drink champagne and that is on my birthday and on New Years. Both of which are dates I like to mention are my favorite times of year. November however holds a very special place in my heart not only because its my birthday but because I think it is the nicest month of the year. In Miami especially, it is the month when the weather turns to a cool 79, which let me just say is wonderful when it happens. And November is just a kind of month when everyone just seems to shift gears, slow down a bit and smile. And that to me is the best birthday gift of all. And with that said, the best way to celebrate a birthday is with dear friends, good food and drink and a fabulous theme. My theme this year was Beatnik. A night filled with live jazz, spoken word, wonderful Italian food and great friends. Everyone in their Beatnik best, looking as fabulous as can be! And me? I was a Parisian Beatnik decking red Boret' and all. Till next year my friends, as you all know with me, there is always more where that came from! Fabulous is a state of mind...