Julie Andrews sang about “raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens” as some of her favorite things; I must admit that my faves are a little less esoteric and a little more materialistic than Ms. Andrews’, but here are the top 10 things I fell in love with this year – please don’t hold it against me!

1. My Kindle; I love to read and carrying my library with me wherever I go is an absolute treat.
2. The heart-stopping sparkling diamond jewelry at Kwiat.
3. Rosewood Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, Mexico – hands down, one of the most wonderful resort experiences I’ve ever had and the folks at Travel&Leisure agree too!
4. My YSL Gold Tribute Shoes; they’re killer but they make my legs look great.
5. Frozen yogurt with lychees and almonds at Pinkberry.
6. Cashmere leggings from Kier+J – they’re oh so warm and definitely downtown hipster chic.
7. Falafel sandwiches from Maoz Vegetarian - good quality and great prices.
8. Marie Jasmin’s SWEAT Cardio Sculpt classes at Equinox are fabulous; she’s a wonderful trainer and whipped my butt into shape this year.
9. I’ve been dreaming about owning one of Kristen Farrell’s Mystical Talon pendants, they’re absolutely to die for!
10. I fell in love with Mara Hoffman’s beautifully patterned clothes, bathing suits and beach coverups.

I’d love to hear what some of your favorite things are  … LMK.

Happy New Year!!!!

[images clockwise from Kwiat, YSL, Kristen Farrell, Maoz Vegetarian, Mara Hoffman, Pinkberry, Rosewood Mayakoba, Amazon and Equinox]