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!

The Agony And The Ecstasy Of The Swimsuit Purchase!

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Catherine

First of all—happy Friday! A nice pleasant end to the week it is! (Well, that’s if you have a job–unlike some of us.  Good news though- I was called back for a second job interview!! I had the first one … Continue reading →

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Wax On. Wax Off. But Please Bring a Bucket Of Ice Cubes for the Thighed Burns!

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Catherine

Sigh*. I have to go shopping for a couple of swimsuits. Now, I don’t know about you, but no matter what shape my body is in, I need a two piece. I’m not fond of the tankini because of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Barbasol, Beachstuffshop.com, DIY bikini waxes, Frank Zappa Beach Boys. Venus Bikini razors., Wooden Spoons, Zip Wax. Zip Wax Cakes | 4 Comments

Scents And Scentsability! My Kinda Signature!

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Catherine

Happy Monday. I hope everyone enjoyed the much-needed warmth of the past weekend. It was spectacular and so much fun to finally have three days in a row where the sun shone on us! A busy weekend was spent getting … Continue reading →

Posted in Avon's Pretty Peach, Chanel Madamoiselle perfume; Guerlain Boutique, Daniel Delorme, France, France. Fleur d' Oranger, Gras, Guerlain; L'Instant; La Petite Robe Noire; Fragonard; Fragonard, L'Heure Bleue, Orange Blossom. Love's Baby Soft, Paris, Scents. Perfume | 2 Comments

The Lioness (Me), the Bitch (My Thighs) and the Wardrobe (My “Transition” Clothing)

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Catherine

“May” I tell you about my busy week? (Yes. Happy May!! Can you believe it’s May already?) The computer skills class I’m taking is amazing. I thought I almost knew it all (with the exception of Pivot Tables). I’m inching … Continue reading →

Posted in Abbaye Citeaux Cheese, Denim Jackets. Kut From the Kloth "Amelia" denim jacket. Bass Denim Jacket. Stylish and modern dressing for older women. Jane Birkin. Audrey Tatou, GAP Navy Maxi Skirt, Lilly Pulitzer Travel Pant, Old Navy Fitted T Shirts, Old Navy Maternity Maxi Skirt, Repettos. Longchamp. J. Crew Gigi pants. Jacques Dutronc. Stemed Artichokes. Tiana B black dress. Banana Republic Chambray shift. | 12 Comments

The Shoes of Summer Are Out–And About That Suitcase I’m Packing!

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Catherine

Happy Monday—or should I say Shoesday! Hope everyone had a great weekend! The sun is shining but it’s still cool and April is almost at her end! I’m waiting for that heat! My OCD is in high gear today. I’ve … Continue reading →

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The Jennderosity of Bruce

Posted on April 25, 2015 by Catherine

Eavesdrop on almost anyone’s conversation today and Diane Sawyer’s interview of Bruce Jenner will surely be one popular topic. I’m sure this interview drew an incredible rating!  I, for one, learned quite a bit about “transgender”! I watched it last … Continue reading →

Posted in Bruce Jenner Interview with Diane Sawyer. Bruce Jenner Transgender. The Kinks. Lola. Bruce Jenner Athlete. | 2 Comments

Rockin’ the Roller Set Ladies! Or. The Bald and the Beautiful. Part Deux!

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Catherine

A sunny Friday means a great start to the weekend. Even if it is chilly and windy, at least I can look out the window and see blooms on the tree down below! Finally. After a horrific winter, I can … Continue reading →

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This Old Lady Rocks It To The Maxi!

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Catherine

Sometimes it’s just so hard to follow fashion trends! That is, if you are *cough* older, it can be! Seriously. I am of the “hot pants” and “micro mini” generation. A double treat. Hot pants WITH a Maxi Coat! I … Continue reading →

Posted in J. Crew, Maxi Skirt and dress styling. Dressing for women over 50 years old. Rachel Zoe. Lilly for Target. Lilly Pulitzer, Old Navy, Target, Uniqlo | 1 Comment

I’m Sorry. My Dog Ate Your Hamster!

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Catherine

You know how one thing leads to another?  Well. Last night my girlfriend, Jeannie, and I were watching “Shahs of Sunset”. She was watching “The Shahs” from her apartment in Manhattan and I was watching it here at home in … Continue reading →

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Lilly Wonka Pulitzer and the( Orange Juice, Sorority Girl, Palm Beach, Preppy,Basic) Target Factory!

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Catherine

Well, yesterday was one of the days women all over certain areas of America, like—um…The Southern States, any college or university that has a Greek system, members of country clubs, Philly’s Main Line, the beach-house crowd and definitely the cast … Continue reading →

Posted in Lilly for Target. Lilly Pulitzer Clothing. The Expierence of Lilly for Target. Ebay. Karl Lagerfeld. The Kinks. Summer dressing. Jack Rogers. Preppy clothing. | 2 Comments