CASTING CALL…………during THE PANDEMIC!

March 13, 2020 59 Comments

MY DAY STARTED WITH A SMILE!

A FUN WAY TO GET OUR MINDS OFF THE PANDEMIC IN THE WORLD!

I received an email yesterday!

“Your friend Tziporah Salamon recommended you for our show we are casting for called Golden Girls! I would love to chat with you more about it if you are interested in hearing more about it! It’s going to be a super fun show with 8 ladies living in a house together and going on a ton of adventures together for about 3-4 weeks. Please let me know if you are interested and when a good time to chat would be 🙂

Thank you,”

THE PRODUCER

WHAT TZIPPY did not pick up on and I am just NOW seeing it ONE HAS TO BE SINGLE!!!

Never mind I wasNOT OLD ENOUGH!!!

60 in JULY I told HER even though they are filming end of SUMMER I was a NO PICK!

SO MAYBE YOU DEAR READERS KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO WOULD ENJOY THIS!

PASSING IT ON TO YOU to CONTEMPLATE!

I had a visitor this past week……..He comes frequently and HE always see’s me FIRST!

Even if I am in the CASA!

Do you see the wet marks on the cement fountain…….HE had been busy!

The fountain had been built so a RACCOON’s and or SKUNK’s couldn’t SURF for MY FISH!

BUT HE CAN with that LONG, LONG BEAK!

HE IS A REGAL BEAST!

Those wings must span 4 feet when he takes flight!

I do like seeing HIM but he only comes to EAT MY GOLDFISH!

Which IS A NO NO!

My GIRLFRIEND DEVINE had a BIRTHDAY!

I took this photo of her blowing out her 60 candles not realizing what a CAPTURE I GOT!

That was another customer at the restaurant sitting on the outside!

Pretty cool photo I thought!

This might be even BETTER!

Linda comes from an ITALIAN FAMILY and cooks like IT’s NO ONE’s BUSINESS!

She has TWO SONS one of which is AUTISTIC.

DAVID her SON was presenting at this year’s UCSF Annual Conference for Developmental Disabilities. I found Viagra according to the reviews on https://hesca.net/buy-viagra-sildenafil-online-20-mg/ . I had taken half a pill within an hour before sex, in the middle of the day. Everything went as usual, but it lasted much longer, 20-30 minutes. But now I am going to list all the shortcomings and side effects that I have felt. The biggest problem is high blood pressure for several hours. The head was just buzzing so much that I had to take the medicine. I also noticed that my eyes hurt from bright sun or artificial light source. He and others spread the word about the potential of non-speaking autistics to over 300 health professionals. David was even invited to be part of Jon Stewart’s “Night of Too Many Stars” on HBO next month. ………….you see he communicates by TYPING as he doesNOT SPEAK.

He attends UC BERKELEY in CALIFORNIA.

I don’t think they let YOU attend without a 4.0 grade point average or HIGHER!

Her 15 year old cleared dishes recently at our HOME from the table!

DOES YOUR SON DO THAT?

DO families teach THAT LITTLE ACT OF KINDNESS ANYMORE!?

NEEDLESS, to say I AM SO PROUD of BOTH of these YOUNG MEN!

THIS one arrived for LUNCH in her PAGLAMAS.

I had her DESIGN ON IN MY PAGLAMAS.

DO YOU NEED SOME for YOURSELF?

SHOP BY PRESSING HERE!

HANDMADE in San Diego, CALIFORNIA.

SUPPORT THE LITTLE SHOPS THAT GIVE US SOMETHING TO GUSH ABOUT!

It’s MUCH MORE FUN……….especially when you tell her YOU NEED THAT HEADBAND!

She makes those TOO!

SEE………MAGICALLY IT BECAME MINE!!!!!!!!

THE COLOR IS OFF THE CHARTS!

Doesn’t hurt my head either but I do have a small HEAD for MY SIZE!

On my last AGELESS STYLE POST DIANA spoke of this ALKALINE water.

I have been drinking it since I read about her STORY.

I do LOVE IT!

This is from TRADER JOES which is MY FAVORITE.

The other one I tried was from Whole Foods…………not as GOOD in my opinion!

AM I the ONLY ONE WHO CANNOT STAND THAT STORE ~ Whole Foods?

There is something about it but I cannot put my finger on it!

EXPENSIVE TOO!

I gave a luncheon this week!

I MADE MINI PAVLOVA’s!

In all HONESTY I thought I would have to cancel when the date was made!

BUT I DID NOT because I am feeling BETTER THAN GOOD!

THE GREETERS were WAITING.

WINSTON~BANKSY or MISTER B and MY GRANDDOG NOLLIE!

I did add a few MORE berries I was being cheap the FIRST GO AROUND to make sure I had enough!

There you have it a DAY in THE LIFE of YOUR CONTESSA!

CIN ~ CIN may we all TOAST TO GOOD HEALTH in this CRAZY TIME!

AS I type this it is DAY 22………NO EPISODES!

LET THE COUNT DOWN BEGIN!

PS. NEWS FLASH NEW BLOG.

Remember my FRIEND in ITALY a few POSTS back?

Link is HERE JUST PRESS!

SHE has started a BLOG from her HOME in FLORENCE, ITALY.

She has a few wrinkles to figure OUT but DO FOLLOW HER if YOU are interested in what’s HAPPENING OVER THERE!

SHE IS WORKNG ON A SUBSCRIBE BOX AS I TYPE THIS!

YOU KNOW I’m a BIT BOSSY AND TOLD HER SHE NEEDED ONE!

Also, if we can ever FLY again and travel she would be a good ONE to ASK A FEW QUESTIONS TOO!

SHE HAS LIVED IN ITALY MORE THAN HALF HER LIFETIME!

PLUS SHE IS ANOTHER DEAR FRIEND WHO HAS SURVIVED CANCER!

HOPE YOU WILL TAKE A PEEK!

KATHARINE’s BLOG is HERE!

Something to do while WE SIT AT HOME WAITING FOR THE NEXT WAVE OF BAD NEWS!

HANG IN THERE DEAR READERS!

XXXX

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Karen Persson
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March 20, 2020 at 2:57 AM

Oh wow, I need those paglamas! They’re so cool. You always look amazing, Elizabeth. Keep healthy… we’ll get through this!

Love and hugs,

Karenxoxo
Eugenia Russell Hargrove
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March 19, 2020 at 9:13 AM

Elizabeth,
You and you ladies do know how to lunch and look fabulous. I hope you applied to the Golden Girl Casting call even though you’re not quite a golden girl.
Pipistrello
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March 18, 2020 at 3:41 AM

Paglamas Party!! … How delightful to be considered but also how equally delightful to say you’re not in the market, hahah!!

Apart from a bit of food shopping each day, I am, in the main, out of circulation. But standards needn’t drop. I’m still wearing proper clothes and a bit of face. Even if it’s just for the laundry and letterbox!

Well, I hope you are continuing on with no Episodes. Fingers crossed for you, Bella.

Baci xx
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 19, 2020 at 2:33 PM
  
  YES, soon it will be 30 days!!!!!!
  NO EPISODES!!!!!!
  OH the laundry NEEDS you in FACE I did IT TODAY TOO!!!!!!!
  WE ARE ON DAY THREE OF STAYING HOME NOT GOING OUT!
  SAD ABOUT THE BARBER in YOUR HOOD!
  BACI back at YOU!
  XX
donna macdonald
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March 17, 2020 at 7:51 PM

I LOVE your dark floral pajamas. Very Mrs. Delany. I didn’t know you weren’t feeling well but I’m so glad you’ve had over 22 days now. Pavlovas? Are those different than floating islands? Nevermind. I’m going to find out. I don’t like to bake but I love to cook. My man loves cakes, pies, cookies, etc. so I’m going to try for him since I am home. Oh I wish you could have done Golden Girls! But I understand…Speaking of Floating Islands, I first became acquainted with them in “Desk Set” when Katherine Hepburn (Bunny) makes the dessert for Spencer Tracy (Mr. Sumner) when he gets stuck at her charming NYC apartment during a rainstorm. Ever see it? I love it!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 19, 2020 at 2:35 PM
  
  NO, I have NEVER SEEN THAT MOVIE!
  I was driven by THEIR HOUSE’s in the HOLLYWOOD HILLS a couple of years ago however!They had houses next door to each other………………..
  OH YES for FOUR YEARS if NOT MORE!!!
  I have only talked about it THREE times maybe………….BUT MY READERS HAVE BEEN SO HELPFUL as THE DOCTORS WERE WORTHLESS!
  XX
1010ParkPlace
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March 16, 2020 at 8:23 PM

I’m ready for some fabulous pajamas! Saw acres pair with a Chinese Cheong Sam collar on another website but they were sold out. Would love to read your friend’s blog. Annie and I have boarded up the doors for a few weeks until we see what direction this pandemic is taking. Stay well Elizabeth! Sending my love!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 17, 2020 at 10:29 AM
  
  YOU DID THE RIGHT THING!!!!!!!
  OUR COUNTY IS NOW ON LOCKDOWN!
  THE PAGLAMAS are not for sleeping but for EVERY DAY WEAR………..
  YOU would LOOK FABULOUS IN A PAIR while you write your MEMOIR!!!
  STAY WELL…….I will call and check in with you from time to time!!
  XO
Robin
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March 16, 2020 at 12:16 PM

By the way, I was on my hands and knees scrubbing my terra cotta floors today, thinking of you- smile.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 17, 2020 at 10:30 AM
  
  I TOLD THE ITALIAN we can GO ROOM TO ROOM and do DEEP CLEANING NOW THAT HE IS HOME FOR THREE WEEKS!
  OH WISH ME LUCK ON THIS ONE!!!!!!!!!
  XX
Robin
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March 16, 2020 at 12:12 PM

You look radiant as always. Such fun things- Golden Girls indeed. You bring a breath of fresh air during troubling times. Thanks for sharing Katherine’s blog. I will hop on over.
Sending well wishes from Umbria, XXo Robin
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 17, 2020 at 10:31 AM
  
  YOU STAY SAFE………NO VIRUS IN YOUR CASA COLONICA!!!!
  XX
cindy hattersley
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March 16, 2020 at 11:54 AM

I am with Sandra…I would destroy those pretty pj’s! I am so happy that you are feeling better, I cleaned out my kitchen drawers. I certainly have plenty of things to do. When the rain stops we can garden!
LA CONTESSA
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March 16, 2020 at 8:02 AM

OH SURE I CAN GIVE YOU THE RECIPE…………NOT MUCH TO THEM.
4 egg whites
Cornstarch and vanilla, sugar……………I will call you with the amounts!
PLUS BERRIES!
The smaller size cook half the time at 300………..so 30 minutes I think!
A bigger PAVLOVA is an hour of baking!
XX
classic casual home
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March 15, 2020 at 12:33 PM

Are you going to give us the mini pavlova recipe? My sister loves those and her birthday is coming up…April 22–hope we are good to travel by then. I’m not crazy about Whole Foods either as the one here has very narrow aisles and a really hard parking lot…but I thought their prices were better since Amazon bought them.

You would be SUCH AN ENTERTAINING Golden Girl…and a true blue friend…too bad about the age and marital restrictions 🙂

Have a good week…keep these posts coming to cheer us all up!
Mary Ann
Rosemarie
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March 15, 2020 at 11:40 AM

Good morning CONTESSA

The sun is out but it is cold here in Vancouver. All theatre events have been cancelled at the theatre(s) I work at. Enjoyed your upbeat blog and the colourful pics!

So good that David spoke re focussing on the potential of people with disabilities.

Your pavolas would be so delicious with those fresh eggs. Lovely luncheon table.

The paglamas are great for indoor/outdoor entertaining.

Your upbeat blogs will help us thru the upcoming days/weeks.

Heard a top dr on tv last night saying the best thing we can do is stay CALM = so true.

I’m so glad you have had more episode free days.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 16, 2020 at 7:59 AM
  
  I am CALM…………
  Which is good but the anxiety is CREEPING UP!
  STILL ON TRACK WITH NO EPISODES!!!
  THANK YOU for YOUR EMAILS……….XX
D. A. Squires
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March 15, 2020 at 11:16 AM

SO happy to hear the news about your health, steady as she goes!!!

Feels like something bad is coming, and there is no way to stop it. A few days ago I drove onto I-95 (in FL) and realized I was the only car going north on a major interstate (no other cars were behind me on ramp). I knew rationally there had to have been a major accident south of the exit and all traffic had been stopped, but it affected me so much.. the entire drive to my exit (not far thankfully) I was the ONLY vehicle going north. My heart was racing, hands clammy, gripping the steering wheel.. it was a surreal experience. The overreaction was due to current events, but I cannot remember ever feeling so alone.
Home is the place to be, the best port in the storm.
XOXO
PS the ‘other’ : ) hen house can be found at reddirtcottage.com
PPS LOVE Trader Joe’s for many reasons (the BEST cellulose kitchen sponges that expand w/ water) but it is not close by!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 16, 2020 at 7:57 AM
  
  Erie to say the least!
  Lots of accidents lately on our highway………..I hear the sirens daily sometimes multiple times!
  HOME IS ALWAYS A GOOD SPOT!
  YES, I LIKE TRADER JOES AS WELL……..GOOD TIP!Will check those sponges OUT!
  STAY HEALTHY!
  XX
Mary
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March 15, 2020 at 5:53 AM

The world has changed now and people really are frightened by this fast spreading virus. I doubt there will be much filming of anything in the coming weeks/months as we need to practice social distancing and definitely spend more time at home.
Those of us who have gardens are going to be the fortunate ones. . . . . . . I have mine to tend and keep me busy, and with a screened gazebo which will enable me to spend time outside as the weather warms up here, I think I can handle being isolated with my love for a while! I do know I can’t visit home and family in the UK any time soon though. Luckily my freezer is full, and I bake my own bread………..oh, and the wine rack is loaded, haha!!!!!!

Stay well – and do take care.
Mary in North Carolina
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 15, 2020 at 10:11 AM
  
  YOU ARE SET MARY!
  HOME IS ALWAYS A GOOD PLACE TO BE!
  XX
Taste of France
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March 15, 2020 at 12:39 AM

I was very taken by your outfit in that first photo, and then even more so in the shot with your friend. How to choose a pattern, when they are so gorgeous and so different?
You would have been a wonderful Golden Girl, although my first thought when I saw it was that you aren’t old enough.
Congratulations on the continuing episode-free streak, may it endure. But really, you must practice social distancing. It is no fun, but you don’t want to catch this virus and find yourself waiting in line for a ventilator. If everybody who was sick would stay home, and everybody else would wash their hands a lot, it wouldn’t be such a threat, but I’ve heard several people discussing how to game the system, to take flights when they had fevers by taking Tylenol just before to bring down their temperature (not that there are many temperature checks going on). This kind of selfishness is what makes the virus spread.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 15, 2020 at 10:09 AM
  
  OH GOOD GRIEF!
  IS THIS THE FRENCH OR THE ITALIANS GAMING THE SYSTEM!
  OR OUR KIN THE AMERICANS???
  YES, I’m HOME have been FOR MONTHS except for those SELF CARE APPOINTMENTS that seem to be doing some GOOD for me…………
  I did HOP out yesterday!BAD I suppose BUT ONLY ME IN THE SHOP with MY GIRLFRIEND who is HEALTHY AS CAN BE.RAINING HERE TOO so that keeps people inside.PROMISE TO BE GOOD!
  XX
Yvonne Labadi
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March 14, 2020 at 11:08 PM

Thank you. Love your blog. You cheer us up in these grim times and yes I absolutely hate Whole Foods too !
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 15, 2020 at 10:05 AM
  
  GOOD TO KNOW THERE IS ANOTHER ONE OF ME OUT THERE!
  THANK YOU………..I always hope to put a smile on your FACE!
  XX
Mithra Ballesteros
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March 14, 2020 at 4:18 PM

The paglamas suit you — louche chic!! Who’s the man in the chapeau??

Very pleased to hear your health is improving. You might be on the road to recovery!!!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:22 PM
  
  THAT WAS A WOMAN!!!!
  OH ME TOO MITHRA!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  WHAT A DIFFERENCE TO MY DAYS!!!!!!!
  XX
Caroline Walker
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March 14, 2020 at 2:21 PM

So happy to hear the good news regarding your health. Even though Italy is locked down, there are wonderful videos of various cities where people are out on their balconies singing and dancing. You can’t keep down a cheerful race of people. In case you have missed it, I will try to send it to your other email address.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 3:20 PM
  
  YES!
  I HAVE SEEN A FEW THANK YOU!!!!
  A BEAUTIFUL TONIC for all around!!!
  XX
  - Kim
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    March 14, 2020 at 4:29 PM
    
    Dear Contessa/Elisabeth
    Although I love the idea of watching a remake of GOLDEN girls
    Actually living like you’re in you’re twenties I find not interesting in the slightest
    I love dinner parties
    To age fun I say yes to… to live like I’d be on a forever cruise ship?not so much
    Not my cup of tea, coffee, or cocktail ?but Fun to watch … Anyhow I pray for a full healing for you. I’ve dealt w/ Fibromyalgic flares for over 20 years…not the same but I can relate to music diagnosis
    Any how I love your letter
    I don’t instagram or tweet
    ThankYou for sharing your heart
    Love&shalom
    Kimberly
    - LA CONTESSA
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      March 14, 2020 at 6:30 PM
      
      I UNDERSTAND………….I’m not a BIG REALIY SHOW WATCHER AT ALL!
      DINNER PARTIES YES ME TOO………
      IT’s OKAY NOT TO TWEET OR INSTAGRAM……….I am instagraming to keep up with the world but to be honest I may fall off of it soon!It has been a HUGH JOY for me and I have met some WONDERFUL PEOPLE close and FAR and for that I ADORE IT!
      WE shall see…………..
      THNAK YOU for your lovely comment!
      XX
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:26 PM
  
  I GOT YOUR EMAIL!
  THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
  XX
Arell
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March 14, 2020 at 1:29 PM

Dearest Contessa, I am thrilled that so many days have gone by and you are feeling tip-top! You look great and too young for Golden Gil’s in my opinion! Although you certainly radiate life and would bring so much to the show!
Love your headband. My head is too flat or something, they just don’t stay on my head. Love the color on your newest acquisition.
I used to work for Whole Foods before they were bought by Amazon and I enjoyed it very much. I learned a lot about food there, so I have no hard feelings. The folks that I worked with were wonderful. And I still buy their salmon, although I have to drive “down the hill” from Joshua Tree to Palm Springs area.
I love looking at your house in all of your pictures. It is so interesting and pleasant. I am thinking about painting a room in my house that chartreuse color. It looks great.
I too, have never tried my hand at Pavlova. Your’s look good!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:25 PM
  
  GOOD TO KNOW ABOUT THAT STORE!!!
  GOOD TO KNOW JOSHUA TREE IS ON A HILL!
  DO PAINT A ROOM CHARTREUSE!!!!!!
  MY FAVORITE COLOR………I THINK!!!!!!!!
  XX
Lisa
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March 14, 2020 at 12:13 PM

Glad to hear you are feeling better! Beautiful heron! And I totally understand the frustration of trying to keep your nice fish alive! I tried to subscribe to the blog but I don’t think she has that available yet. Thank you for your fun post- they always brighten my day. Love to you my friend!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:21 PM
  
  I had a problem too…….this is all NEW for HER but she is a SMART COOKIE went to YOUR UNIVERSITY by the way and DAVID’s!!!!!!!
  Check back……….OR I will DO A SHOUT OUT!
  HUGS, hope those boxes are disappearing!
  XX
lisa thomson
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March 14, 2020 at 11:30 AM

Contessa, you sound so happy and healthy. This was a lovely reprieve from all the news shows covering the pandemic. We do have to continue living.
LOVE all the photos. Your table is stunning. Those Paglamas look gorgeous. You can certainly go out in those…they’re not just for the house 🙂 Do Banksy and friends enjoy company at the house? They look like they are happily anticipating the doorbell!
Jennafer Grace
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March 14, 2020 at 10:35 AM

THOSE MINI PAVLOVAS CHANGED MY LIFE! Thank you so much for the incredible day! I am so honored to be your friend and to enjoy the spoils of your wonderful home. SO GLAD you are feeling better! Life is Paglamas for me for the next week as I work from home 🙂
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:19 PM
  
  GLAD YOU MADE IT FROM Lake Tahoe TO THE BOTTOM OF THE STATE!!!!!!
  I LOVED SEEING YOU AND MEETING YOUR FRIEND!
  I hope your trip was fruitful and will keep you BUSY for awhile sewing away!
  XX
Diana Amato
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March 14, 2020 at 9:45 AM

Pavlovas are something I have never made! Perhaps we should do a video tutorial: YOU AND ME! Yes! I think that’s a great idea! So happy that you are liking the alkaline water. It’s a game changer most certainly. You hair looks wonderful. I’m getting very close to cutting my hair very short, so stay tuned. It’s something I’ve been wanting to do for months now. Alfonso, my stylist, isn’t ready yet. Can you believe it? He’s the one having second thoughts, not me. Sending tanti abbracci.

Diana
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:17 PM
  
  I LOVE THE IDEA OF VERY SHORT HAIR ON YOU!
  I KNOW I think they get scared of what could be!!!!!!
  I wanted shorter in the back…..But hairline too low.
  SO we settled on this!
  XX
Libby
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March 14, 2020 at 8:51 AM

Love the Blue Heron. Wonder if it’s the same one that sometimes hangs out at Moraga CC. I filled in my little pond several years ago, but when I had it, I couldn’t keep goldfish. Raccoons! A Blue Heron would have been more elcome.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:15 PM
  
  MY GUESS IS YES LIBBY!!!!!!
  YOU LET ME KNOW IF YOU NEED ANYTHING!!!!OKAY!!!!?
  XX
Andrea Serrahn
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March 14, 2020 at 8:41 AM

I got the phone call from the casting agent as well. Was busy with customers so I didn’t get to talk. Glad to know the details! I’m about to celebrate 18 years with my fellow so I guess I’m disqualified. What a hoot! Love your leggy big winged visitor. Good to focus on the positive things these days!
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:15 PM
  
  OH GOOD TO KNOW I AM IN GOOD COMPANY!!!!!!!!
  GLAD TO HEAR THE STORE IS BUSY TOO……..the one I was in today ONLY HAD ME for over two hours!
  XX
Lisa White
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March 14, 2020 at 7:52 AM

Banksy looks fully recovered from his dental work and pedicure. Poor baby…what an ordeal! Well, he is certainly Mr. SUAVE-ITY now, and will be eager to welcome guests who have no interest in his teeth! The Pavlovas look sublime…good enough to wear as a little cap…such a chic luncheon! You are looking lovely and certainly not anywhere near 60 and most definitely NOT single as your handsome Italian will attest! Hoping good health continues without EPISODES! Your garden is a PARADISE and you can retreat into its bounty when you please until this WHOO WHOO Pandemic subsides
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:13 PM
  
  THANK YOU!
  YES,I HAVE ENOUGH TO DO FOR MONTHS SO MAYBE THIS IS WHAT I NEEDED TO GET GOING!
  ONE ROOM AT A TIME !I shall try and tackle…………..then the GARDEN when it gets warmer and the rain stops!
  STAY WARM AND WELL.
  YOU have NO TIME FOR THIS VIRUS!
  XX
Loree
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March 14, 2020 at 7:30 AM

Glad you’re feeling better Elizabeth. Now be sure to stay safe from this stupid virus. We have 18 cases here and my company advised us to work from home next week. Churches are closed and weddings are being cancelled. It’s a nightmare. Thankfully we’re not in lockdown yet. Hopefully it won’t come to that but we’re trying to stay at home as much as possible or just going to solitary places. Great photos of you! Off to check your friend’s blog. Thank God for blogs and Instagram. It makes staying indoors less of a bore.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:10 PM
  
  I AGREE we can PASS HOURS READING AND LOOKING!!!!!!!
  18 cases thats A LOT for your little island of MALTA!
  HOPE THEY GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS!
  XX
debra @ 5th and state
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March 14, 2020 at 6:39 AM

you are looking DIVINE dear Contessa!!!!!

I must look into the water, and am thrilled you are so well, we LOVE YOU. now off to Katherine’s!
xoxo
Debra
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:09 PM
  
  FEELING GOOD!
  Had a little outing today which I felt FINE SO AM EXCITED!
  THANK YOU!
  I hope she got the subscribe BUTTON working………XX
Paige
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March 14, 2020 at 6:31 AM

Pavlova is one of my favorite desserts. A local bakery makes mini ones all summer. I like to mix a bit of lemon curd with my whipped cream.
I want to try the alkaline water with electrolytes.
I am so happy that you have been feeling well lately – all my fingers crossed that it continues.
Take good care.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:07 PM
  
  LEMON CURD!
  WHAT AN IDEA!!!!!!
  I WILL COPY YOU if that’s OKAY!!!!!!!
  FABULOUS!
  XX
Anne Bachtold
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March 13, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Love the update Elizabeth-especially about our beloved Linda! She is amazing in every single way. We are both so lucky to have her and her famiglia in our lives. Linda is an incredible mother, daughter, wife and friend. So of course she is part of the Friends Of Contessa Collective!!!?
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:07 PM
  
  LOVED THIS…………..THANK YOU!
  XX
kim
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March 13, 2020 at 6:22 PM

Love your luncheon table and what pretty pavlovas !! Cute idea to make minis! I can’t wait to read Katherine’s blog. It looks cool. They missed the boat with the Golden Girls.. You would have been the best. Can you get your own reality show?? I popped over to the beautiful items on Paglamas site. What pretty things. I would love to own something.. fit for a Contessa.. xo
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:06 PM
  
  YES, You should check in regularly.
  THANK YOU AND NO REALITY SHOW FOR ME!
  I hope she got THE SUBSCRIBE BUTTON WORKING I couldn’t subscribe…….will let you know!
  MAYBE IN A POSTCARD!
  XX
Sandra Sallin - Apart from My Art
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March 13, 2020 at 4:11 PM

Fun post! Would love to see more of the Golden Girls. Boy there are a ton of them on Instagram. Wouldn’t it be fun! So glad you’re feeling better. Would have loved to be at that lunch. I don’t think my flannel PJs compare to yours. I wish I could wear a headband the way you do. All in all a very fun read.
- LA CONTESSA
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  March 14, 2020 at 6:04 PM
  
  THANK YOU………a little bit of this and that to get our minds off THAT VIRUS!
  The videos about ITALY singing from their balconies is VERY HEART WARMING.
  AND the video about BILL GATES talking about this is 2015 is something!!!!!!!
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