*Joan Lunden. A true modern superwoman/role model. Seriously. She has three daughters in their twenties and two sets of twins (ages five and three), not to mention an incredible career and a happy marriage to a dreamy family guy ten years her junior. I have to admit to being not a little star struck when I introduced myself after the event ... I mean—JOAN LUNDEN! Good Morning, America!
Joan (do you mind if I call you Joan?) talked about this concept of “having it all”—about the life of a modern woman (to paraphrase: we wanted it all, now we have it all—and we have to figure out how to DO it all!). What struck me most was her idea that the most important opinions we have are the opinions we have of OURSELVES. And the most important things we SAY all day are the things we say to ourselves. Really—think about it—so true.
She also shared her fabulous business idea for a summer camp for women—called Camp Reveille—because we all need to get back in touch with playing! BettyConfidential.com will be profiling Joan and her camp next week—watch this space! Women from the evening actually signed up that night for Camp Reveille.
All in all, the night was inspiring, motivating, and just plain fun—not to mention a true lesson in looking impeccably stylish. Even Jeanine’s gorgeous giant poodle who made occasional appearances throughout the evening was properly accessorized—with a smart navy blue scarf—a combo condoned by Stacy London, who shocked the audience by revealing that, while black and blue is a fashion do, black and bright colors is most definitely a don’t.
A perfect cap to the evening—after taking one last greedy gaze around Jeanine Pirro’s fabulous house (fabulous—do you hear me?), goody bags clutched greedily in our hands, Ella and I found ourselves alone on the front porch with Stacy London, who seemed to be taking a quiet moment for herself, glass of wine in hand. “Hello!” I screeched, brilliantly. “I love you!” exclaimed Ella. So much for a peaceful moment! Ever gracious, Stacy did not cover her eyes in horror at my outfit ... white lace BCBG blouse and navy Banana Republic pencil skirt, if you must know.
Their next event is on July 23, 2008—breakfast with the one and only Joan Rivers! (8 a.m.–10 a.m., Eighty One Restaurant, 45 W. 81st St NYC 10024). RSVP and more info: seminarforsuccess@gmail.com.
