Monthly Archives: November 2017

Hats Entertainment!

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Catherine

Something triggered me to write this post.  Actually, it was two things.  The first was a blog post that Michelle of Shelbee On the Edge wrote.  It was about her love of cloche hats and plaid.  Shelbee on The Edge!  … Continue reading →

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Shhhhh! Don’t Tell Anyone—But I’m Glad Thanksgiving is Over!

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Catherine

Seriously.  Thanksgiving has never been my favorite holiday.  As much as I would love to have been the perfect hostess on this favored family day, it’s always been quite dysfunctional for me. As much as I would love to imagine … Continue reading →

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In Defense of Fast Fashion

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Catherine

Fast Fashion.  We are all familiar with the term. We are all familiar with many stores that sell fast fashion. H & M.  Forever 21.  Zara.  Primark. Old Navy.  Target’s collaborations with many designers fall into the fast fashion genre … Continue reading →

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That Last Weekend of Calm Before The Holiday Storm—And a Few Easy Recipes For You!

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Catherine

It’s now 1:03 on Sunday afternoon.  I am enjoying what most likely, will be, the last relaxing weekend of 2017.  The calm before the Holiday Storm, if you will.  Thanksgiving is this coming Thursday and I’ll be baking all Wednesday.  … Continue reading →

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How To Wear Plaid When You Are Over 50!

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Catherine

Plaid.  It’s my favorite color!   Just about any pattern will do.  Plaid is part of my heritage.  If your bloodlines are traced back to the UK or Emerald Isle, plaid is your culture. I just cannot help it–plaid makes me … Continue reading →

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Much Ado About Some Things!

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Catherine

Ok.  So, a few weeks ago, maybe actually two or three, I was in Nordstrom Rack checking out the discounted goods and I came across a cosmetics display.  There were some decent buys.  But the one that caught my eye … Continue reading →

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Let’s Get Wiggy With Carrie From UniWigs LaVivid Collection

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Catherine

The FedEx man came to my door with a package today!  In the package was something I had been waiting for.  A wig! Surprise!!!!  And was it ever!!!   Read on to see how my surprise ended! This isn’t any wig.  … Continue reading →

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Deception—Package the Goods Honestly Please!

Posted on November 12, 2017 by Catherine

Deception: The act of deceiving someone.  A thing that deceives. We’ve all experienced deception. Perhaps it was that boyfriend who cheated on you.  To make matters worse, perhaps he did so with your best friend—or any friend. It’s happened to … Continue reading →

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My House Stinks–But It Looks Festive!!!!

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Catherine

Oh God.  I’m sitting here at my bespoke office—the dining room table and I have a headache from the stench.  It’s awful. And it’s a good thing that Bonaparte is at work because he would get all “French” on me … Continue reading →

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It’s Election Day! Voting and Hanging With The Locals!

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Catherine

Today is November 7th!  Election Day! If you are not a slithery, slimy, cowardly draft-dodging snake! OK. So, it isn’t a major election. It isn’t the Mid-Term election nor is it a Presidential election (I can’t even with last year’s … Continue reading →

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