An observational study of teenage jewelry and fashion trends: strong color coordination, snake rings, body piercing accessories, mood rings, and friendship bracelets with social messages. Low price point and personal meaning are key teen values.






Christmas 2012 at Maidstone Park Beach, East Hampton. A wild Christmas tree in the rough with rose hip and raindrops, reflections on Hurricane Sandy, overwintering Great Blue Herons on 3 Mile Harbor, and a winter sunset.






