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Would You Cheat for Your Children?

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Catherine

Ever since the news broke about Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin’s mega-bucks spending sprees to acquire college admission for their children, I can’t get that question out of my mind. A seemingly innocent aunt of a Full House and a … Continue reading →

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A Disappointment. My Thanks to You. And I Shan’t Give Up!

Posted on March 16, 2019 by Catherine

Remember I applied to be on the Sephora Squad?  On the surface, I had no expectations.  But—deep down inside, I wanted this so freaking badly!  The reason being that it’s just so important to me—and it’s my mission to get … Continue reading →

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Is A CC Cream Better Than Foundation? (Answer. No. iT’s Not!)

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Catherine

This is a question I’ve been pondering for quite some time. Some years ago —around six to be exact, I tried a BB Cream.  Remember those? The Blemish Balms, Blemish Base creams. Lighter than foundation but seemingly used to even … Continue reading →

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The Mother-Of-The Bride Dress Saga Continues or, I Don’t Get Mad. I Get Even

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Catherine

With Oona’s wedding four months away, it was kindly suggested to me that perhaps I needed to get off my butt and start looking for a dress! Oh..and might I add that after watching what I’m eating BEFORE the wedding, … Continue reading →

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More Skinny on The Skincare–Live Skincare With Me!!!

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Catherine

Isn’t it funny how we’ll discuss fashion and beauty in the form of makeup?  We can talk hairstyles, hair cuts and even wigs—but how regularly do we really discuss skincare? Ahhhh….my wigs–this is my beloved Finn… And one can never … Continue reading →

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The Dress You Need! Seriously!!!!

Posted on March 2, 2019 by Catherine

Ok.  It’s been a while since I’ve made any clothing purchases.  I covered that in my recent blog post last week :  Basic Me. Why I Hardly Bought Any Clothes This Winter But now that Spring is due to arrive … Continue reading →

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They Shall Not Grow Old……But A Few Lucky Ones Did

Posted on February 24, 2019 by Catherine

We went to the movies yesterday.  What we saw was not an entertaining movie.  It wasn’t a RomCom nor was it a fantasy.  It wasn’t sugar-coated. No sugar-coating or Mary Poppinsing with yesterday’s movie! It wasn’t a story either. As … Continue reading →

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Ain’t Too Proud To Beg Sweet Darlin’–But I Need Your Help!

Posted on February 16, 2019 by Catherine

It’s true.  It’s true!  I’m asking for your help and assistance. The thing is, I have issues asking for help.  It’s weird but I’m breaking down now and am in almost “beg” mode. You see, I’ve applied to be on … Continue reading →

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A Lighter Shade of Pale……. LIPS!

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Catherine

Bright lips are everywhere.  And again, and again and again, I see ads for red lipstick.  And again, and again and again I read and hear how all women can wear red or burgundy or dark lipstick. Me–with the big, … Continue reading →

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So What Are You Watching on TV?

Posted on February 9, 2019 by Catherine

Back in the day, when I was a kid, TV was a big deal.  Seriously—it was.  The family gathered either in the finished basement, or in the family room to watch, what is now considered to be a very small … Continue reading →

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