Author Archives: Catherine

About Catherine

Far from perfect, but enjoying life as a non-perfect and flawed individual at 60 years young. I'm still wondering what I'll be when I grow up! The characters in my life's screenplay include my better half. He is a refined Frenchman who grew up in Paris and summered in St. Tropez. I grew up in Long Island and summered in Long Island. I am not refined. My three grown children are also a big part of my life. For their sake, they happily live where their careers have taken them! But I can still mother them from a distance! I write about the mundane. I write about deeply shallow issues. But whatever I write or muse about--it'll always be a bit on the humorous and positive side! It's all good!

Come With Me Back to the Cote d’Azur–the 2024 Edition! Part One.

Posted on July 28, 2024 by Catherine

We’re back from our annual trip to the Côte d’Azur. It’s hard for me to wrap around my head the fact that we were away for a little over two weeks and now that we’re home, it almost seems as … Continue reading →

Posted in Cote d'Azur Summer 2024, Grasse | 22 Comments

Don’t Luggage-Shame Me Because I Check My Luggage! And More Magnificent Makeup for Mature Matrons!

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Catherine

I have been packing for our upcoming trip to France.  Once again, The Frenchman and I are headed to his motherland. Once again, the summer area of his motherland.  The Côte d’Azur. A sight I never tire of.  Happy Landings! … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 38 Comments

The New-Old, Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Catherine

It dawned on me about a half hour ago, that my aging, empty-nester self is enjoying this “do-nothing” Memorial Day weekend. This is me doing the “I-don’t-have-to-do-a-damn-thing” dance this Memorial Day Weekend! When my children were young, there were Memorial … Continue reading →

Posted in #Humor, Memorial Day Weekend, Merit Beauty, Uncategorized | 8 Comments

In Case You Might Be Wondering Where I’ve Been…. I’ll Tell Ya!

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Catherine

It’s been a weird few months.  It started with the job I have..or rather had.  Back in November I was hired at a State Hospital in the Scheduling office—scheduling nurses for duty.  All I’m going to say is that it … Continue reading →

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Il Makiage Foundation—Truth and Transparency. Is The Hype Real?

Posted on February 18, 2024 by Catherine

If you have any sort of social media account, whether it be Tik-Tok, Instagram, Facebook or any other, chances are you’ve seen those annoying ads for Il Makiage foundation. Daily. On an hourly basis. On an annoyingly constant basis. Well…DO … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 28 Comments

Christmas in Cincinnati—I Feel Like a Real Life “Who Dey”

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Catherine

NOTE: “Who Dey” is a Cincinnati Bengals thing.  But I felt like “who dey” read on and you’ll understand! Even though Christmas is my favorite time of year and I love and enjoy cooking and baking for this festive holiday, … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving in Paris—2023. Unplanned and Delightful!

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Catherine

We are almost a month  into 2024.  And I’m home with a bad cold on this Saturday morning and into three weeks of a long “cold”vid. My fancy ensemble is my Old Navy pajamas that’ll be worn from day-into-night and, … Continue reading →

Posted in Paris, paris at christmas, Paris Travel | Tagged , | 33 Comments

Hair Apparent…or…Hair Majesty…or Traveling With Wigs!

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Catherine

Okay. There’s a lot going on presently.  I’ve accepted a tentative job offer which I will write about after starting my new position.  It is full-time and is secure. Stay tuned. I cannot wait to be back at a desk … Continue reading →

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Packing for The Colder Weather Trip

Posted on October 22, 2023 by Catherine

As the holidays approach, many of us will be traveling.  Whether it be by land, sea or air, the seasons influence the way we pack for travel. Even Santa will most likely trade the sleigh for the plane. It’s faster! … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 21 Comments

What is Frumpy to Me Might Not Be to You. Is that OK?

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Catherine

One of my favorite insta- and-YouTube friends recently posted a video regarding aging, and makeup, and dressing like a granny. Sandy –our pro-ageing beauty! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjMH9HN5bU0 Watch this. What Sandy says is great—especially about lipstick! I made a comment on her … Continue reading →

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