Monthly Archives: March 2016

Drenched and Entrenched. The Search for the Perfect Trench Coat!

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Catherine

Classic dressing is pretty much my style. Non-fussy. Basic. I know what I like.  I know what I want. What I want is a plain old classic Trench Coat! I want a lady version of this coat–just not as widely … Continue reading →

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The License to Drive Me Crazy—A Day at the DMV

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Catherine

The time has come for me to renew my driver’s license. And that is where I spent time yesterday. Here is my tale. About three weeks ago, I received a notice in the mail from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation … Continue reading →

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Dear President Obama. May I Offer A Critique?

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Catherine

NOTE:  I try to keep politics out of my posts. However, after observing many issues, I felt compelled to put my thoughts in a letter to our great President. I have always supported him and continue to do so.  He … Continue reading →

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This Old Lady Does The Drugstore Beauty Haul

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Catherine

I’m thinking of adding a regular feature about beauty for old ladies.  (And please my besties. Please do not be insulted when I use the term “old ladies”.  It is more a term of endearment and a slap in the … Continue reading →

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Uh. Uh. Uh. Uh. Stayin’ Awake. Stayin’ Awake. Atypical60 Looks at the 2016 Oscar Awards!

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Catherine

Again, I’m late to the party.  Upon our return from DC, I sat down and watched, not only the entire Oscar ceremony; but I surfed various pre-Oscar “Red Carpet Event” shows.   I was expecting excitement, titillation, and some politically incorrect … Continue reading →

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