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We’re in For the Home Stretch. Three Days till Departure Home

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Catherine

Thursday, July 4th The Stars and Stripes are being replaced by Brioche and Baguettes this year.  We’re usually flying home on the 4th but this year…we planned our trip for a few days later. Missed out on the fireworks for … Continue reading →

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Week Two—We’re Hosting My Husband’s Daughter and Granddaughter This Week.

Posted on August 11, 2024 by Catherine

Saturday, June 29th Vincent’s daughter and 14-year-old granddaughter are flying in from Philly today to join us. My initial plan was “You go to the airport.”  “I’m going to the pool.”  That plan didn’t work in my favor because the … Continue reading →

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Oh Merde! It is Raining on the Côte d’Azur! Part Two-2024

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Catherine

Monday, June 24th Despite the false weather reports of sunny with no clouds, it’s now the second day in a row of rain. In answer to your question Snoopy.  Yes. I DO want to sunbathe. And I AM down in … Continue reading →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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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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 →

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