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PUPPY LOVE

May 11, 2021 106 Comments

” WOULD YOU LIKE A NEW FRIEND FOR THE HOUSE?”

Is how this all started on a FRIDAY afternoon!AS you know I lost my WINSTON in December and had been thinking of a new dog as the house is too calm without!However,my energy levels have dropped and I was thinking more of an older dog….and a bit smaller than a ROTTWEILER.

I told MY SON NICHOLAS let me think on it!

SO, I thought all of a few hours……….MY ITALIAN WAS ALREADY SOLD from the Get Go!

I had already had the vision the SON would gift me a dog for Mother’s Day a week before!

Whats the word for that Telepathic?

Meanwhile, THE FIRST BORN ARRIVED ON SATURDAY……..with these FLOWERS BELOW!

He was a SIGHT holding these and his DOG BUTTERS ran ahead to lick me!

ALMOST 61 year old ME and the 33 year old FIRST BORN.

I had planned to spend my weekend in the GARDEN of EDEN………HA HA! Opp’s ELIZABETH!!!

The French infants bed was ready……….with TOILE cushion. Little did I know I would have a petite GIRL to put in it!

I was taking a nap in the GARDEN when I heard……….”MOTHER MOTHER!”

As I pulled myself out of my deep slumber I saw this little thing pounding away behind my SECOND BORN!

NO HESITATION WHAT SO EVER in my mind NOW!

I AM 7 weeks old and the RUNT of a litter of 8.

I was BORN ON MARCH 19,2021

A YEAR AFTER THE PANDEMIC STARTED!

As I scroll instagram on a daily basis…………..I happened upon this which I LOVED!

(My new instagram name is Contessa and Her Pig)

Elsie was one of the FIRST INTERIOR DECORATORS and was an AMERICAN who got to live in the PETITE TRAINON on the grounds of VERSAILLES built in the 1700’s.

Now up for discussion was it the colors of this POST or the words THAT GRABBED MY ATTENTION?!!

Let’s just settle on BOTH!

MY home would be RUNNETH OVER with animals if I had my first choice along with garden relics of stone and statuary!

When we first moved into our house here in the STATES I so wanted to use cement GARDEN FURNITURE to fill the inside!

With velvet soft cushions to cushion ones posterior from the cement!

That was SHOT DOWN IMMEDIATELY by the PRACTICAL, LOGICAL ONE.

THE CEMENT CONTRACTOR THE ITALIAN HIMSELF!

His reasoning was the FOUNDATION of the 1940’s Home would NOT ALLOW THAT WEIGHT!

I still would LOVE to do this idea just to see…………..MY VISION!.

THRILLED TO SEE THE FIRST BORN!

I have AGED A LOT in these past months.

Have you ever noticed yourself in the mirror and said, “WHEN DID THAT HAPPEN?”

I tend to see MY MOTHER or GRANDMOTHER in myself.

This KID sent me a card too in the snail mail stating something like this is your 33rd Mother’s Day!

Which I LOVED.

MY NEIGHBORS ALWAYS INCLUDE US IN THEIR HOLIDAYS AS WELL!

I loved how the roses in the bouquet matched his shirt!

“PHOTO OP”

I SHRIEK!

A HAPPY Mother’s Day TO ME for a swap of FOUR LEMONS!

I think I got the BETTER DEAL!

SEE the RED ROSES?

They drive me MAD!

That is the PEACE ROSE so pink and yellow rose which is most likely 25 years old now…………..

WHY DO THE OLD ROSES GO BACK TO RED COLOR AND HOW DO YOU GET RID OF THAT?

ANYONE CARE TO EDUCATE ME?

From what I know I am STUCK WITH IT!

I will be cutting and bucketing RED through OUT SUMMER!

Maybe the deer will enjoy!

THIS LITTLE GIRL HAS STOLEN MY HEART!

SHE IS GOOD NAPPER JUST LIKE ME!

This child GOT GOOD HAIR!

He was over 10 pounds at birth and ATE EVERYTHING!

I HAD GOOD HAIR BUT NOT AS GOOD AS HIS!

This is HIS lovely side kick!

SHE LOVES ANIMALS AS MUCH AS I DO!

 

A GLIMPSE OF THE ITALIAN MAKING HIS PIZZA’S FOR DINNER!

BREAD made by THAT ITALIAN TOO!

 

AT this time we are still searching and asking for HELP in finding the perfect NAME!

I have a list going and I want to make the decision SOON!

She is very calm has NEVER CRIED!

Did growl TWICE when surprised by me and THE ITALIAN early morning!

BARKED once at me bringing in the food bowl for BANKSY!

AS far as those two it will take some time………..

Theodore comes in every morning and takes ONE LOOK and LEAVES!

We will get there…….I HOPE!

THANKS for TUNING IN TO THIS BLOG POST!

MY GARDEN IS POPPING AND I HOPE TO HAVE A FEW PHOTOS FOR YOU TO VIEW SHORTLY!

I WAIT ALL YEAR FOR THE MONTH of MAY and this year it GAVE BACK TENFOLD!

 

XXX

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  • D. A. Squires
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    May 15, 2021 at 1:24 PM

    You MUST get a copy of the wonderful children’s book ‘GOOD DOG CARL’… one of my children’s favorites and stars a rottweiler named Carl who takes care of a young girl…it’s a picture book with loads of heart. You could read it to Betty : ) ; ) So happy for you about the puppy and having both sons with you for Mother’s Day… so wonderful. Your garden is scrumptious…even with the dash of red!! Looking forward to more photos of your darling girl and her companions (Theodore will need time, Banksy is already the big brother). Heartwarming post, filled with love… for a very special Mom. XOXO

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 15, 2021 at 3:20 PM

      I KNOW THAT BOOK!
      YES, MUST ADD TO MY LIBRARY!
      THEODORE HAS NOT BEEN HOME SINCE PUPPY ARRIVED!!!BUT I DO SEE HIM FROM TIME TO TIME!
      THANK YOU!
      XOXO

  • judith
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    May 14, 2021 at 6:34 PM

    I enjoyed this post so much. You had a very special Mother’s Day. How nice to have your sons with you, and your handsome and talented husband to make you a delicious pizza! It appears that the time was right for a new doggie in your life – she is adorable and is already fitting in with your family. I am so happy for you! Wish you had not listed the link for the dress, because I have now picked out several! Seriously, you look beautiful, so don’t worry. Thank you for sharing all of this with us. Your gardens are lovely – happy spring!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 15, 2021 at 3:22 PM

      I KNOW DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE I TOO COULD GO………….If I BUY ONE MORE CAFTAN/MAXI the ITALIAN IS GOING TO ROLL HIS EYES!!!
      THANK YOU!
      XXX

  • donna
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    May 14, 2021 at 3:47 PM

    What a beautiful family you have! How happy you look and what a dear little puppy! I so envy those who have mature gardens. I am such a newbie and don’t know what I’m doing. But I persist and love to see your flowers and read about Garden Floosies!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 15, 2021 at 3:23 PM

      I TOO WAS A NEWBI ONCE UPON A TIME!JUST KEEP READING THOSE CATALOGS THAT COME IN THE MAIL AND BUY WHAT SINGS TO YOU!
      XXX

  • Mumbai
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    May 14, 2021 at 7:30 AM

    Watch in the mirrow again and
    see all the happines life brought to you. Wonderful sons, a careful , likeable and diligent husband and now a newcomer…lady ELSI. I always
    like to read your exceptional and funny narrations

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 14, 2021 at 9:12 AM

      THANK YOU!
      OFF TO PEEK AGAIN IN THAT MIRROR!!!!!
      XXX

      • Mumbai
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        May 14, 2021 at 11:22 AM

        elsi was my suggestion for the Rottweiler pup. Read later that you had already a name for her. And yes, look into
        the mirror and see all the beauty on and around you.

  • Tania Soderman
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    May 14, 2021 at 7:18 AM

    Aww. So enjoyed all that.. wish I could just continue reading more and hear more about the family, and move into all the loveliness for a bit. What lovely boys. Well done.
    Love the puppy, she is adorable. Tania

  • Ginger
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    May 13, 2021 at 3:45 PM

    Such a lovely Mother’s Day with gorgeous flowers love from your sons and The Italian and a delightful little pup! Wow! So happy for you!

  • Debra P Lewis
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    May 13, 2021 at 3:13 PM

    My vote …..Lola , I like for that lovely new addition to your home. She is absolutely adorable. Good luck matching her personality to the name.
    Cheers Debra
    Newwestminster, BC , Canada

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 14, 2021 at 9:14 AM

      THANK YOU!!!
      APPRECIATE YOUR NAME PICK!!!
      XXX

  • Linda V
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    May 13, 2021 at 9:58 AM

    what kind of dog is that?

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 14, 2021 at 9:14 AM

      ROTTWEILER

  • Martha fiss
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    May 13, 2021 at 8:59 AM

    What a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend you had! What more can you ask for? You had both of your sons home, you’re handsome dinner cooking you a fabulous pizza dinner, not to mention homemade bread. And to top it off you now have that adorable puppy!!!

    The reason your roses are coming out red, is Because they are now reverting to the original root stock. I think so many commercially sold roses, or grafted onto sturdy root stock—And most of them seem to be red roses.

    I love your dress and your garden is fabulous. I do love a garden in May, down here in San Diego I think we get our best blooms in April, and May tends to be gloomy. Hence the term “gray may”. That’s why I don’t mind escaping for a few weeks to Scottsdale. We may have to put up with a few very hot hours in the afternoon, but the beautiful mornings and the balmy evenings are worth it!!

    Hope to see you soon
    Xo martha

  • Janie
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    May 12, 2021 at 8:38 PM

    Boopsy! Banish and Boopsy! She is almost as precious as you!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:26 AM

      ALMOST!!!!!!!
      YOU ARE TOO FUNNY!
      THANKS FOR THE LAUGH!!!!
      XXXX

  • Pat
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    May 12, 2021 at 7:53 PM

    I just caught a glimpse of myself in the rearview mirror this evening and when I saw all those wrinkles around my mouth, I thought when did this happen! I swear they weren’t as bad yesterday! But forget about that…
    …you have an adorable puppy, 2 thoughtful sons, a living, pizza-making husband, and great friends. As for the red rose?…I have no idea, but one of my apricot colored roses started putting out a couple of red flowers this year. They clash terribly, so off with their heads!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:27 AM

      CUT THEM AT THE BASE OR THE BRANCH THESE HAVE A NAME WHICH ESCAPES ME!WE SHALL CONFERENCE ABOUT THIS SOON!
      XXX

  • Heidi
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    May 12, 2021 at 7:39 PM

    Hi Elizabeth,
    I’m so glad you had a nice Mother’s Day. The visit from your handsome sons must have made you feel really happy. I can’t believe you have a Rottweiler puppy, adorable Betty. She will grow to big a big girl and Banksy will seem like a wee thing. Theodore will just have to get used to the. Change, you know how cats are. They like to play the aloof game!
    Thank you for sharing your family and special weekend with us. You look beautiful as always, not old at all.
    XO Heidi

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:29 AM

      VERY KIND…………YOU SHOULD HAVE MAIL FROM ME TODAY!!!!!
      XOXO

  • Lisa Thomson
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    May 12, 2021 at 6:26 PM

    Wow, congratulations, LA CONTESSA, on your new puppy-baby!! Oh, MY, what a sweetie. She has found a wonderful home. The photos of you and your sons are precious. And how wonderful that your son brought the puppy for mother’s day. It looked like a wonderful day for you, with the Italian cooking, too. Is Coco too silly? It seems fitting.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:31 AM

      THANK YOU for your perfect suggestion BUT WE HAVE A NAME!
      MY SON WANTS ME TO CALL HER BETTY after MY MOTHER……..so fitting as she was MY Mother’s Day GIFT!
      PLUS she responded to that name by BOUNCING TOWARDS ME!!!
      XXX

      • Lisa Thomson
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        May 13, 2021 at 12:37 PM

        LOVE it!

  • Susan
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    May 12, 2021 at 6:02 PM

    A perfect Mother’s Day. Your new little girl is precious. She is adorable and so very sweet. You will have such fun with her. Little does she know she has become part of the best family ever. Thinking of you and wishing you all the best. Also, your garden looks wonderful. The pizza sounds fantastic.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:34 AM

      “BEST FAMILY EVER”…………..YOU ARE VERY KIND!
      THE GARDEN IS MY EDEN…………I STARE AT IT THINKING I CREATED THIS WITH THE ITALIAN!
      DID NOT HAVE A CLUE WHAT I WAS DOING!
      MAKES ME HAPPY…………THANK YOU FOR YOUR WONDERFUL COMMENT!
      XXX

  • PPP
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    May 12, 2021 at 4:16 PM

    Ma Chere Contessa,
    Your sweet Betty is adorable!!
    Lucky you! Your sons know what makes you happy…flowers and puppies ?
    Thanks for sharing your lovely Mother’s Day!
    PPP

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:38 AM

      THEY DO INDEEDY!!!!
      HOPE YOU HAD A WONDERFUL DAY AS WELL………………XXX

  • Penelope
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    May 12, 2021 at 3:47 PM

    Congratulations on your adorable new family member! Lovely to see your sons, the roses, the pizza, the maxi dresses and all that makes your life so yummy. I am glad you were well honored on Mother’s Day.
    I think that roses under stress( age, drought, etc.) revert to their root stock which is the basic old red rose. I have a white rose that has done the same this year.
    You look lovely, not aged, but I know the mirror gets a bit troublesome for me too these days too.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:42 AM

      YES!THAT IS WHAT I HAVE BEEN TOLD!
      I HAVE SO MANY THIS YEAR!I have the thinking of just letting the RED TAKE OVER!
      A REAL PASSION GARDEN!
      HA!
      WHAT ARE WE TO DO WITH THOSE MIRRORS!!!!?
      I NEED THEM TO MAKE SURE I DONOT HAVE HAIRS GROWING ON MY CHIN!
      YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL…………KEEP ON DOING WHAT YOUR DOING!
      I HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!
      XXX

  • Dee Black
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    May 12, 2021 at 3:24 PM

    Wonderful post, and what lovely sentiments from your followers.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:44 AM

      MANY THANKS DEE…………….this area can be a real HOOT sometimes!
      I ADORE MY FOLLOWERS…………….thank you for being HERE!
      XXX

  • Barbara
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    May 12, 2021 at 1:39 PM

    oooh I love your boys and they obviously love their Mama. How wonderful to have your family around you on a special day …. and to be given a puppy. A beautiful puppy … joy for your future adventures??????

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:50 AM

      THANKS BARBARA……….I feel WE will have a FEW!
      XXX

  • Donna
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    May 12, 2021 at 1:09 PM

    Since you are Contessa, you could call her Gräfin (pronounced gray fin) which means Countess in German, where Rotties were originally from.
    I tend to love exotic names for my pets…
    Wishing you all much happiness as she blends into you wonderful family!
    XO

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:50 AM

      LIKE IT!
      THANK YOU!
      XXX

  • Vikki
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    May 12, 2021 at 12:50 PM

    Sweet, sweet puppy! I was never a dog person until I became grandma to Alfie, the Cavalier pup.Now I am crazy for him.(you can see from all the posts on my Instagram). Lets let our pups have a playdate?He lives in Orinda with my daughter.
    Your garden looks so lovely and peaceful!???
    Vikki
    Henry Avenue Designs

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:52 AM

      THAT SOUNDS LOVELY!
      WE HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL ALL SHOTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED BUT THIS SUMMER SOUNDS GOOD!
      XXX

  • Karen Persson
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    May 12, 2021 at 12:49 PM

    OMG, what a cute doggie! Impossible to resist such a darling doggie. How wonderful that your sons brought her on Mother’s Day… your 33rd Mother’s Day! I love seeing photos of your sons and of course The Italian and the neighbours. Your garden is unbelievable. I’ll come see it soon… or are we meeting somewhere else during my trip soon to CA?

    Love all your stories!

    Love and hugs,

    Karenxxoxo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:53 AM

      KAREN SEND ME AN EMAIL with your dates please…………I’m around!
      iolacontessa@gmail.com
      XOXO

  • Lillian Plummer
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    May 12, 2021 at 12:29 PM

    Gorgeous girl puppy and I love the name. She is so precious and will give you all so much pleasure in the years to come. Lovely to see your boys home for a special celebration. Stay well and safe.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:56 AM

      CIAO LILLIAN…………I too LOVED seeing your daughter recently on Instagram!
      It’s as if WE all know each other!!!
      XXX

  • Lisa
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    May 12, 2021 at 11:29 AM

    You look beautiful and happy! Great to see the boys.
    Your garden is just gorgeous. As we are up at 7000ft and in a drought, nothing will ever be as lush here. You’ve done a fantastic job. Enjoy!
    Puppy is adorable! How about the name LILY.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:58 AM

      BETTY!
      IT HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AND THAT IS WHAT THE FAMILY AGREED ON!
      NOT EASY WITH THREE MEN………….
      BETTY after MY MOTHER for MOTHERS DAY!
      A SWEET TRIBUTE AND SHE WOULD HAVE LOVED THE DOG!
      I NEED TO CALL YOU HIGH ALTITUDE DAME!
      XOXO

  • Penelope Bianchi
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    May 12, 2021 at 11:23 AM

    So glad to see you have a dog! And I love the dogs name after your mother!

    Much love to you!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 7:59 AM

      HAPPY YOU ARE HAPPY!!!
      WHAT NAME ARE We GIVING THE BEAR?!!!
      XOXO

  • Hilda Smith
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    May 12, 2021 at 11:13 AM

    Lovely to see your gorgeous sons again. And what a cute little puppy. My daughter and partner have a rottweiller Lexi.
    Looking forward to seeing Betty star in your posts.x

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 8:01 AM

      OH MY GOSH!
      I will get advise from HER!!!
      AMAZING how many people have HAD or do HAVE a ROTTWEILER!!
      XXX

  • Juliet
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    May 12, 2021 at 10:53 AM

    Oh, Contessa! She is absolutely the MOST adorable Mother’s Day surprise … EVER! I saw your Instagram post BEFORE the blog so the selection has been made and BETTY it is. A lovely name and your mom is smiling down on all of you. As for Banksy and Theodore … its just a matter of time. Soon they’ll realize that their new FRIEND is a permanent resident and make peace with their expanded circle. So happy for you, puppies, kittens and piggies bring so much joy to ones home. As for your misbehaving red roses … I have nothing to offer. But I think they look lovely. Perhaps post a sign for the deer … EAT HERE! xo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 8:06 AM

      GREAT IDEA!
      YOU ARE SO FUN!
      I THINK YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR OWN TALK SHOW!
      XOXO

  • Fran
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    May 12, 2021 at 8:54 AM

    CIAO CARISSIMA! I see you have named her BETTY! How BEFITTING! I LOVE IT! Can she be any CUTER?! ! She looks like a VERY SMART girl – Love that one eye open photo at the end …she doesn’t want to miss a thing!
    I am THRILLED you had a BEAUTIFUL Mother’s Day! I would like to have YOUR NEIGHBOR! Tell him to move to CANADA! Funny how you mentioned the RAPID AGING MIRROR…I HAVE ONE, TOO! I have chosen NOT to look into it THIS WEEK! Your family is GORGEOUS! Tell your second born to NEVER cut his hair! And I am THRILLED that his partner LOVES ANIMALS, TOO! YAY!! Your Italian should OPEN UP A BAKERY ALREADY! Those are some FINE LOOKING BUNS! Can you eat his bread now? All in all, such a WONDERFUL post, Elizabeth! I DO LOVE the RED ROSES – it is YOUR GARDEN SPEAKING TO YOU AND SAYING “I LOVE YOU”
    STAY WELL CARISSIMA CONTESSA!
    XX00Fran

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 13, 2021 at 8:13 AM

      LOVED THIS COMMENT!!!
      I OWE YOU AN EMAIL………..been moving very SLOW!
      ARE YOU PACKED AND READY?
      XOXO

  • Loretta Turner
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    May 12, 2021 at 8:21 AM

    What a wonderful post of love and family.
    Please let me know the details on your stunning pearl necklace.
    Happy belated Mother’s Day.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:04 AM

      I donot know the name of maker and the shop is closed NOW!But the BUYER reads my BLOG maybe she will answer??
      THANK YOU…………..I will play around with google in a day or two and see if I can find it!!!
      I have your email and will contact YOU!
      XXX

  • Andrea Serrahn
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    May 12, 2021 at 8:08 AM

    Happy to see your family of fur babies expanding, such a doll she is. Banksy will be happy to have a little sister to boss around. Your Mother’s Day celebration looks filled with love. Congrats!

  • Sandra Sallin
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    May 12, 2021 at 8:04 AM

    Oh Elizabeth you look so happy and young. Just like a teenager. That puppy is delicious. How wonderful to all be together eating home made pizza. Just lovely to see. Enjoy!!!! I do love the name Rosie you mentioned. So sweet.

  • Barbara Spain
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    May 12, 2021 at 7:34 AM

    That little puppy girl is adorable! And little puppy antics can bring on smiles and laughter inside your home and outside in your garden. Now, you just need to find a snazzy doggy domicile for the outdoors!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:24 PM

      I’m ON IT!!!!
      SHE IS A LOT OF FUN!
      XXX

  • Lady Di
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    May 12, 2021 at 7:30 AM

    The name “Rosie” came to mind for your new puppy!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 7:31 AM

      THAT WAS MY AUNTS NAME!!!!!
      XXX

  • Dinner Party Guru
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    May 12, 2021 at 6:29 AM

    Such a precious present. She will bring so many years of joy and contentment to your life. I love that you ultimately named her Betty that is my mother’s name too. Don’t you hate it when folks ask you if it is with a Y or IE … for heaven sakes what has the world come to??

    Have a beautiful May
    Amanda

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:23 PM

      I HAVE NEVER BEEN ASKED THAT QUESTION!!!
      AT LEAST THEY KNOW BOTH SPELLINGS!!!!
      MAY IS GOOD IN TEXAS I BELIEVE?
      IT IS MY FAVORITE MONTH!ALONG WITH May Day!
      XXX

  • Judy Truex Reed
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    May 12, 2021 at 6:06 AM

    Oh how I love the glimpses of your gorgeous sons and you. Elizabeth I want to live in your house. It is elegance personified.

    And you look absolutely stunning. I know this getting old business is tough, I am there. BUT relish every moment. And I do crave that dress. You amaze me coming up with these beautiful dresses. I am in a different (older) phase and just want a few of these gorgeous pieces. I’ve ordered six or so but haven’t hit on one like this.

    have a fabulous day with your loved ones, that Italian an oh how I adore that little lady……..

    You fill my heart and make me want to sing again.
    Hugs,
    Judy

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 7:22 AM

      THE DRESS I have linked here!
      https://www.daughtersofindia.net/collections/maxi-dresses/products/sahana-maxi-dress-coffee
      It is well made and arrives from AUSTRALIA!I am very happy with it and may buy another one!
      The length is good for me and VERY light weight.I hope I do not shrink it!!!
      SO HAPPY I CAN FILL YOUR HEART and make you SING!
      GO BUY THE DRESS!
      THEN YOU MUST LET ME KNOW HOW YOU LIKE IT!!!!
      XXX

  • Diana Amato
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    May 12, 2021 at 5:52 AM

    Dear Elizabeth, What a special Mother’s Day all the way around. In the rare moments when we can gather our families close we all realize what special happiness is derived from those we hold so dear. I’ve fallen head over heels with your little Miss Pup. Stay well. Diana

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:21 PM

      SHE IS SO GOOD!
      SHE DOES LIKE TO CHEW THAT IS THE ONLY THING!
      SO MANY TOYS TO CHEW FOR HER BUT SHE LIKES MY SHOES AND FEET!
      XXX

  • Kathy L
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    May 12, 2021 at 5:19 AM

    Nothing beats family time! So happy that your handsome sons visited on Mother’s Day – with a new addition to your family – a rottweiler!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:19 PM

      THANKS KATHY…………….GOOD TO SEE THEM BOTH!
      XXX

  • Nadine
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    May 12, 2021 at 5:16 AM

    How exciting! Nothing like a new puppy to love!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:19 PM

      ALL SMILES HERE…………..XXX

  • Nancy Schaller
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    May 12, 2021 at 5:10 AM

    Elizabeth, what a great blog. You are beautiful with a beautiful family. I do understand about feeling old. I am going through a horrible time a very bad back pain and I feel it is aging me. I have just had a MRI on my pelvis. Very anxious about getting back the results. When you do not feel well your mind is always thinking what could it be. So I do get what your saying about feeling you look old. I am feeling that way lately. You do not look old at all. I am sorry your not feeling well. It gets to you.
    But honestly you are beautiful with a beautiful heart to match.
    Love your writings.
    Much love to you.
    Nancy

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:18 PM

      OH I HOPE YOUR ANSWERS ARE GOOD NANCY!
      HANG IN THERE…………..it does take its TOLL on our BODIES!!
      “Getting old is not for SISSEY’s!”
      XXX

  • Judy Sparks
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    May 12, 2021 at 4:58 AM

    Dear Contessa, So glad you had a lovely Mother’s Day with your family and new addition in your beautiful garden. Our Mothers Day has long gone as it is in March over here in England. Can I be rude and ask where you bought your gorgeous chain necklace with one dangling pearl. It is gorgeous ,I would love to have one like it! Best wishes Judy.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:16 PM

      The shop is now NO MORE!I bought it on SALE when they were closing their doors……..
      Try and do a google search for BARQUE PEARL ON A CHAIN SEE WHAT HAPPENS!!!
      GOOD LUCK!
      XXX
      PS NOT RUDE AT ALL!

  • Jeanne Henriques
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    May 12, 2021 at 4:29 AM

    So enjoyed this post Elizabeth, your beautiful family, home, garden and what’s not to love over your adorable new addition to the family. I am sure you will come up with a name that is befitting such a lovely pup. A friend called her dog “Vigee” after The French portrait painter, Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun. I love that name! You mentioned Elsie de Wolfe…I thought that might be a hint. She looks to be of strong character, no doubt you will find the perfect name. A story behind a name is always fun. I look forward to seeing how Theodore and the new pup cohabitate. You have your hands full and I bet you will love every minute of it! Keep well and have fun! Jeanne xx

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 5:14 PM

      YES< I WAS THINKING ABOUT ELSIE and I d onot know your painter as someone suggested a PAINTERS name but I couldn't think of any women artists from back in the DAY! I DO AND WILL DO!! THANKS FOR THE COMMENT............I thought the other wonder if she still reads me!! XXX

  • fifi
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    May 12, 2021 at 4:21 AM

    Oh Elizabeth! What a most wonderful and thoughtful Mother’s Day gift! A new sweet puppy to love. That adorable baby doesn’t know how very lucky she is. And your other animals will adapt and learn to love the new family member. Since puppy is a girl maybe you should call her….Fifi??? Jut saying…
    xoxoxoxoxo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:19 AM

      GREAT IDEA! BUT THE FAMILY VOTED LAST NIGHT!
      SHE IS A BETTY!
      AFTER MY MOTHER…………..XOXO

  • Jacqueline
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    May 12, 2021 at 1:12 AM

    Oh Elizabeth …. I love your new addition to the family ……. the right name will come and you will know it. What lovely sons you have ( not forgetting the Italian ! ) Our son has just got a new kitten and a puppy will follow !!! XXXX

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:17 AM

      THATS EXCITING!!!
      I HOPE YOU SOLVED YOUR BENCH PAINT COLOR DILEMMA!!!
      XXX

  • Rita
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    May 11, 2021 at 7:51 PM

    The puppy is beautiful. I like the name Lola or how about Duchess..

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:16 AM

      DUCHESS was MY PICK to begin with!!!
      XXX

  • Pipistrello
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    May 11, 2021 at 7:11 PM

    Ciao Bella,

    What a lovely Mother’s Day you had!! Sons bearing Gifts in delightful shapes 🙂 That new puppy of yours is very cute, but I did not expect Rottweiler as the next incarnation of domesticated 4-legged loved ones! Your life does continue to surprise.

    Don’t get too mad at your red roses, just treat them as your cutting garden for friends and neighbours. Something on hand to sacrifice to the Good Manners god! And I’m with the Italian on concrete furniture – although his objection is on practical grounds. Can you imagine scraping shins and thighs on such unforgiving pieces?? As we get, ahem, a tad older, we can start to look like the walking wounded with our slow-to-heal bruises and scrapes. Then we really do start to look like our dear mothers!!!

    Baci, Carissima xx

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:16 AM

      GOOD POINT BAT WOMAN!
      IT SURPRISED ME TOO!!AM EXCITED ABOUT THE NEXT FEW MONTHS!We came in from the GARDEN where she JUMPS at the roses and EATS THEM!!Maybe FLOWER FLOOZY is a BETTER NAME!!!
      If it becomes TOO Much…….that long haired SON will ADOPT FOR SURE!
      SO far she is VERY CALM!!!!
      XXX

  • Candace
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    May 11, 2021 at 6:21 PM

    Oh, Elizabeth, such sweet photos of your family and this baby dog. Runts are the best. Our Rottweiler runt puppy was named Sweet Babu by Robert. You will find the name that’s is perfect. No hurry, for now just call, “puppy!”
    I think you look gorgeous. For me the mirror is not as bad as a photo!
    Most important is that we are here. Like that amazing Sondheim song. My fave.,
    Xoxo Candace

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:12 AM

      RIGHT WE ARE HERE FOR AWHILE LONGER!!!!!!!!!!!
      I am ASTOUNDED at all the followers who have had or have a ROTTI!!!
      I feel I AM IN GOOD COMPANY!!!
      THANK YOU!
      XOXO

  • Nancy Case
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    May 11, 2021 at 2:36 PM

    Such a fun, lovely post.What a glorious Mother’s Day to have your two boys and my goodness that soft, precious puppy! Giampy in his element creating scrumptious food always warms the heart! I’ll give you a jingle so we can plan a visit! Miss you Contessa.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:11 AM

      LOOKING FORWARD TO OUR CATCH UP!
      XXX

  • Ms. Mary
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    May 11, 2021 at 2:34 PM

    Happy to see the puppy filling up the space in your heart. I think Banksy will come around. Not sure about Theodore. I know you will come up with a sweet name. <3

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:10 AM

      BETTY………
      BETTY & BANKSY!!!!
      IT WILL DO!
      CONGRATULATIONS ON BECOMING A GRANNY THIS SUMMER!!!!
      XXX

  • kim
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    May 11, 2021 at 2:22 PM

    Elizabeth, What a happy post. Loved the photos so much. I actually thought you looked so fresh and young and happy!! Please I need the details on the brown dress. It’s lovely. I can see why you fell in love with this little miss. She’s so precious. I love Theodore’s reaction.. So CAT! I’m sure they’ll be sleeping together soon.. SO happy to hear your Mother’s Day was wonderful. You deserve it. xoxo
    P.S. The men are all so handsome- Giampi included.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:08 AM

      MANY THANKS AMIGA!
      I sent you the link I believe!AS you asked on Instagram!
      IT WAS A GOOD WEEKEND AND I FORGOT THE BIT about going to BERKELEY to BRYN WALKER!!!!
      Getting three maxis on sale and saving $236.00!!!
      They were 50% off!
      PERFECT COLORS FOR ME AND LENGTH!
      XXX

  • Lorna
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    May 11, 2021 at 11:28 AM

    She is such a cute puppy. Hope Theodore will warm up to her soon. I really enjoyed seeing the photos of you with your sons. Your garden is absolutely beautiful and blooming nicely. I love the pop of red but I always God for red, orange or fuchsia flowers – the brighter the better. Hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day. This year I was able to invite my parents over. It was nice. I will share the recipe of the cake I made soon.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 10:06 AM

      I LOVE THOSE COLORS TOO but I planned my GARDEN around YELLOW AND WHITE FLOWERS!!!
      MAYBE IT IS DESTINE TO BE RED!!!!!!!!!!!
      FULL OF PASSION!!!!!!!!
      HA!!
      XXX

  • Stephanie
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    May 11, 2021 at 11:05 AM

    Oh my…what a wonderful read!
    A glimpse into the beautiful world of your family and home and garden. And that darling pup!! How could you not fall madly in love with her. Banksy and Theodore will grow to love her too.
    I can relate to the looking in the mirror part and wondering WHO is that?! Trust me, your beauty shines right through as it always has. Your sweet animals, your gorgeous garden and fun loving family will keep you forever young.
    Thank you for the fun romp in Contessa Land!
    xx
    Stephanie
    Tendrheart4

    • LA CONTESSA
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      May 12, 2021 at 8:14 AM

      BANKSY AND BETTY made good headway YESTERDAY!The three of us took a walk to the old chicken coop!
      Side by side.Banksy acted like THE FATHER and did not seem ANNOYED with the zig zag pattern BETTY MADE!
      THANK YOU!
      XXX

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