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August 7, 2023 100 Comments

I USUALLY TAKE A THREE HOUR NAP IN THE AFTERNOONS!

I KNOW but I CAN’T HELP IT.

IT’S EITHER A COMBO OF THE SIDE EFFECTS OF SIX MEDICATIONS OR THE FACT THE OXYGEN JUST DOES NOT GET TO MY BRAIN because of the HEART FAILURE.This has been going on all year………and I have only been on the SIX MEDICATIONS since the end of MARCH.

SOMEONE KNOWS THE ROUTINE ALL TOO WELL………….MS. BETTY!

FROM THE SANDALS IT LOOKS LIKE PAPA WAS HERE AT SOME POINT BUT NOT ANY LONGER.

NAP TIME HERE.

Do you TWO THINK I CAN SQUEEZE IN PLEASE?

BELIEVE IT! THEY DID ALLOW ME IN!

100% LINEN SHEETS ARE BY ROUGH LINEN BELOW………I THINK IT’s SALE TIME at Trish’s shop!

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I was COMMUNICATING with a friend in ITALY; who happened to be staying here by text message last week!

Oh this photo made me sigh!

Do you know why?

Because it brought back all my summer memories rushing back from years ago and I could hear that water and even feel it!

THE WATER IN CALIFORNIA is nothing like THE WATER IN ITALIA!

I sighed MORE about the umbrella’s than the water.Those uniformed umbrella’s would belong to a hotel or beach club.Each umbrella cost money to use.You cannot just plop down and sit!My days on the ITALIAN waterfront NEVER consisted of a big umbrella with chaise lounge and table.Plus a waiter who would bring you a drink of choice and something to EAT!For a fee of course.My husbands family had a boat and we spent time in that cruising off shore to tiny islands or scuba diving/snorkeling!Also, shopping with the AFRICANS who would walk those beaches daily up and down selling wares on their backs.I was known by ONE particular MAN from SENEGAL every year he would recognize me!He called me the AMERICANA!I always tried to buy some little something or have the boys make a small purchase..My most favorite purchase was a blanket!I still have it today with FLOWERS on it.YES! blankets they carried on their backs or would have under the pine trees so one could see the selection better.

THOSE MEN WORKED HARD!

I write this today after seeing 4 Nigerian stowaways on a RUDDER of a huge cargo ship!

TWO WEEKS AT SEA and they ended up in BRAZIL not Europe as they had hoped!

Things have to be pretty bad at HOME to make that journey on the OPEN WATERS AT SEA!

THE ITALIAN WITH MATCHING ICE CREAM!

Those ITALIAN’s can COORDINATE COLOR!

MENU READING……..

IT WAS THE LAST TWO LINES THAT GOT MY ATTENTION AND PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE!

When I met my girlfriend for lunch.

ABOVE ALSO PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE!

THOSE “TIME OUTS” were WORTHLESS in my OPINION!

IT WAS WORSE ON THE PARENT THAN THE CHILD!

AS I recall they never lasted very long either so NO LESSON LEARNED!

Then there was the time the young SON stole my brand new pick up truck in the middle of the night to go console a young lady!He never had had a driving lesson!Nor did he pick up the phone when I rang at 1:oo AM!

THAT TIME OUT ALMOST KILLED ME!

IT LASTED THREE MONTHS as I recall……….maybe I got him out on good behavior a little early?!

NO PHONE,NO TV, NO COMPUTER, NO FRIENDS OVER.

NAP TIME IS OVER and IT’s a bit difficult LEAVING MY SLEEPING PARTNER!

THANK YOU for all the Birthday wishes and cards.

I have been extremely TIRED the last two weeks.

A lot of time just BEING.

A lot of people are passing as I have hit the age where LIFE is a GIFT.

Someone said recently that the sixties are an ODD DECADE.

I AGREE.

You are in-between YOUNG and OLD.In your head you still want to be busy doing the daily chores but in reality I am lucky if I can do ONE THING!ONE THING means going out to do the grocery shopping or visit the pharmacy.

Pots and Pans from the night before get left for the day after as I am too tired to rinse and wash up EVERYTHING after dinner.Looking down into a sink makes me light headed as does LOOKING at a phone.READING puts me to sleep even if I LOVE THE SUBJECT!Gardening is OUT as the up and down with the head triggers something in my neck which makes me loose my vision!

My ATLAS STILL NEEDS ADJUSTING EVERY FEW WEEKS AND NOW MY JAW is giving me grief.

Did I tell you I now have a SLEEP APNEA machine!

I DO!

LIFE and it’s little surprises.

SLEEP APNEA CAN BE A CAUSE OF HEART FAILURE just so you know.

DON’T PUT THAT TEST OFF!

Things could be MUCH WORSE I KNOW.

A few weeks ago we had an old work mate of my husbands for dinner with his family.They had moved back to the MIDWEST as they felt it would give their children a better LIFE.

They came back to California for a vacation and to our house for dinner late afternoon.

As you know by now dinner here is pasta then the meal then the fruit and the GRAND FINALE!

IT takes TIME and energy to set up and prepare.

Not one photo was taken of my husband and his friend as a memory.

Not one REMARK was made about the food mostly prepared by my ITALIAN.

YOU MAY FIND WHAT I AM SAYING SELFISH or CHILDISH.

THAT IS NOT AT ALL WHAT I MEAN.

I FIND IT JUST PLAIN ODD.

Strange as a matter of fact.

JUST SAD.

Where did the MANNERS and MEMORIES GO?

WHILE YOU ARE SIPPING YOUR COFFEE OR TEA THE NEXT DAY SEND A NOTE OR CALL YOUR HOST AND SAY THANK YOU IT WAS GOOD TO SEE YOU!

APPRECIATE THE FACT YOU WERE INVITED INTO A HOME!

I recently had a similar EXPERIENCE at my GARDEN PARTY!

One phone call by THE 86 YEAR OLD!

This is very TELLING of where WE ARE TODAY and what is coming!

IT SCARES ME.

HELLO A ~ EYE.

Or is it AI.

GET ME OUT OF HERE………

THIS 63 YEAR OLD WANTS NO PART OF THIS FUTURE!

I think if you have been born within the last 65-70 years you won the LOTTO!

WE had a GREAT LIFE!

Little bit of this and a little bit of that and NO WARS in our country!

Change was slow until NOW and people had RESPECT for each other.

A GOOD PODCAST TO LISTEN TO ON YOUTUBE is by MO GAWDAT.

He is the former Chief Business Officer for GOOGLE X and author of the books

SOLVE FOR HAPPY and SCARY SMART.

THIS YOUTUBE INTERVIEW IS LONG.

OVER TWO HOURS, but I found it to be VERY INTERESTING!

YOU MAY TOO.

HE talks about the AI at the very end of the interview.Maybe you want to skip the happiness and grief part and go there.A SMALL FACT to know this is a man who has experienced both Eastern and Western Cultures.He is quick to say there is GOOD and BAD on both sides.But what really made an IMPRESSION on me is the fact WE are really NOT talking about THE FUTURE and what is coming…..

Note your LIKES and comments on FACEBOOK and TWITTER and INSTAGRAM are going to EDUCATE

The AI.

(READ THAT LINE AGAIN AND LET IT SINK IN!)

His examples are VERY SIMPLE and easy to understand.

We need to get EDUCATED on THIS and start feeding the WORLD with GOOD THOUGHTS AND POSITIVE THINKING and RESPECT.

HE THINKS WE CAN DO IT!

I’m NOT AS POSITIVE!

I HOPE HE IS RIGHT!

He is a MATHEMATICIAN by trade.

I’M NOT!In fact it was my worse subject in school!

NO LINK BELOW AS I DONOT KNOW HOW TO EMBED a video from there to here.

You can GOOGLE YOUTUBE AND THEN PUT IN THE SEARCH BOX.

I MADE 51 million people happy!

It POPS RIGHT UP!

It was the Third PODCAST I have ever LISTEN too and I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!

This is from one of the smartest men on earth I do BELIEVE!

TO END ON A NOTE OF FUN AND FASHION

These FABULOUS LEGGINGS are sold by my FRIEND ANDREA at https://serrahna.com shop here if you NEED A DISTRACTION!

These work really well with CAFTANS or MAXI dresses for THE FALL!

Shoes are by BIRDIES!

Not much else to share today!

I DO WISH YOU WELL AND A BIG WELCOME HOME TO MY BLOG READER CAROLE!

IF YOU FEEL THE NEED TO SAY SOMETHING DO SO BELOW.

KEEP SCROLLING DOWN!

I HOPE YOU find JOY DAILY and I think A GOOD FUTURE BLOG POST would be on how YOU SPEND YOUR Day!

I MAY BE CONTACTING YOU IN THE FUTURE TO FILL OUT A FORM!

MAYBE WE CAN LEARN FROM EACH OTHER!

I SHALL WORK ON THAT!

TODAY I HAVE THE PHYSICAL THERAPIST for the ATLAS and later the SLEEP APNEA CLINIC.

HOW WILL I PUT A BIT OF JOY THERE?

(Insert giggle!)

STAY TUNED!

I shall report back!

XXX

YOUR CONTESSA

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D. A. Squires
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August 12, 2023 at 9:20 AM

I have read this post a couple of times–and all the comments.
You have created a very special community on this blog. I believe it must be one of a kind. Because your voice and thoughts and shared experiences are authentic and unfiltered. Because of how you write–with passion, humor, honesty. Because you are a champion for what is right and good. Because of your love of family, pets, gardens, food, fashion, books. Because you say what you think and feel without censoring or editing–so, so rare in this hyper intolerant world. And this honesty can come with a price, as we all know. But your community knows who you are and values your voice. I think it’s comparable to family–there are arguments, disagreements, even anger at times, but mostly the bond that holds everyone together, even in a virtual world, are human emotions and common values. It is one miracle of the internet worth applauding. XO
PS So happy to know the CPAP machine is helping–hurray for that! Wedding photo coming if I can figure out how to download from online album!!
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 14, 2023 at 11:09 AM
  
  THANK YOU!
  YOU ARE ALWAYS SO THOUGHTFUL IN YOUR COMMENTS TO ME.
  I CAN WAIT A LITTLE LONGER FOR THOSE WEDDING PHOTOS……..BUT JUST A LITTLE LONGER!!
  CPAP IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE THE NAPS HAVE SHORTEN IN LENGTH BY AN HOUR!!
  THIS IS ONLY WEEK ONE!
  XXX
CYNDY
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August 10, 2023 at 3:56 PM

I am sure you are a lovely person and I thoughly enjoy reading your blog. I realize you dont feel well and I’m sure you’re scared however if I had been at your party I would be completly completly offendedffended by this post. People come to your home and enjoyed your party they tell you thank you at the end of the evening and now you are whining about the fact that they didn’t follow up and thank you again and again. I think you are being a whiny baby. Why don’t you just enjoy the fact that the people showed up for you and everyone had a good time.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 11, 2023 at 7:20 AM
  
  I SUPPOSE YOU ARE RIGHT and that is how WE AMERICANS TREND!
  I DO ENJOY THE FACT PEOPLE SHOWED UP and remember it as a GOOD TIME.As I said in other comments I just wanted to keep the party going…………….
  THANK YOU for YOUR THOUGHTS!
Fran
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August 10, 2023 at 10:04 AM

So sorry to hear you have not been well. Glad to see you have kept your positive outlook and love you fashion and style advice. Being your best is all one can do. Much love.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 11, 2023 at 7:23 AM
  
  THE SLEEP APNEA MACHINE IS WORKING!
  DAY FOUR AND I HAVE SO MUCH MORE ENERGY!
  I HAVE HOPE ONCE AGAIN………..
  I HAD GIVEN UP.
  XXX
Cherre Henderson
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August 9, 2023 at 10:59 AM

Good morning! What really got to me was that your guests didn’t bother to thank you and your husband for a beautiful dinner, and no compliments! So rude! Plus not a thank you for the Garden Party. What is with people these days. You don’t even want to do anything nice. I believe manners are taught by the parents. Many of of son’s friends are so polite and courteous not millennials). I do think many millennials feel entitled and show no respect. I’m sorry this happened. Love your blog! Hugs.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 11:10 AM
  
  CHERRE!
  THEY DID THANK US THAT NIGHT!
  WHAT I AM REFERRING TOO IS THE DAY AFTER……………..and two weeks after.
  I normally would CALL or TEXT depending on the event or do both and send a snail notecard!
  EVERYONE WAS APPRECIATED AND ALL HAD A GOOD TIME.I HOPE!
  I think what has affected me most is NOT ONE PERSON GOOD LIFT THEIR GLASS AND TOAST ME TO A BETTER YEAR!
  I was on DEATH’s DOORSTEP which I guess was not known or thought about!
  It has been one awful year with Pneumonia and losing that PIGGY BANKSY BOY to finding out I’m in heart failure and just so everyone who reads knows CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE and HEART FAILURE are the SAME THING!
  I AGREE ABOUT THOSE M PEEPS!!!!!!!!
  XXX
  - Cherre
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    August 9, 2023 at 8:51 PM
    
    Dear Contessa,
    
    Yes, I understand. My feelings would absolutely be hurt. You have been through so much! I get it. I hope your good friend’s check in on you more, you deserve it. You have my moral support for what it’s worth. Sending you digital hugs and a digital toast to wish you a fabulous year full of good health and happiness!!xx
cindy
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August 9, 2023 at 8:22 AM

Hi Elizabeth

I am so sorry that I missed the soiree. I heard from my blogging pals that it was a beautiful tribute to a life well lived!! I think everyone has different ways of expressing thanks. I know personal notes are perhaps a lost art. I appreciate an email just as much. I wont have more paper that I will accumulate and eventually toss. We have been going through pictures and cards lately so I can relate. It is sometimes hard to adjust to changes, but we must adapt and appreciate what we have. I remember my mother saying “things aren’t like they used to be” constantly. I try not to think that way. There are so many changes for the better. I try to celebrate those.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 11, 2023 at 7:27 AM
  
  YES, I have gone through half the photos and the saved CARDS and ATTACKED THEM!
  AS far as changes for “THE BETTER” I can’t think of ONE I embrace at the moment!AND I’m a POSITIVE PERSON!
  I will keep PEDALING and hope that changes.
  Thanks for taking the time to read and comment!
  How was YOUR REUNION?!!
  XXX
Jan
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August 9, 2023 at 7:52 AM

Hi E. I’m pondering your post regarding your guest’s manners. I’m seriously thinking about doing a pre-70 year old bday party for myself. Trying to decide if it’s worth the extreme effort and weighing the urge to just let it be. It makes me nuts when people are so loose with manners and praise. Makes one think twice in inviting them back. We have amigos that have dined at our house many times with no invite back for us…. Sending huge love to you and the Italian. Jan
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:38 AM
  
  I THINK YOU HAVE YOUR ANSWER……….IN THE LAST LINE!
  MY GUESTS HAD A GOOD TIME AND SAID THANK YOU UPON LEAVING.
  DON’T GET ME WRONG!I JUST ALWAYS FOLLOW UP THE NEXT DAY OR WRITE A NOTE.I GUESS I WANT THE PARTY TO LAST LONGER THAT WAY…..
  IS THAT CONSIDERED BEING SELFISH?
  MAYBE.
  ONLY BECAUSE I CARE!!!
  XOXO
lisa thomson-author
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August 8, 2023 at 6:58 PM

Hello, LA CONTESSA, it’s always nice to read your rambles or ‘thinking’ post. I think a three hour nap isn’t outrageous. But I’m sure you feel frustrated with your energy being depleted mid-day. That really sucks. I have notice a bit of a decline in my physical abilities and energy in the last year. I don’t know if it’s due to two bouts of Covid or just aging. Well, as you say, we must find joy in each day and I find it here. Sending love.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:31 AM
  
  YOU ARE SO KIND.
  I WOULD IMAGINE ITS A BIT OF BOTH COVID AND THE AGE!
  TWICE?OH MY GOODNESS……………I LUCKED OUT SO FAR BUT DID READ ITS ON THE RISE AGAIN IN JULY IN THE New York Times.
  ALL I HAD WAS PNEUMONIA!
  I DONOT WISH THAT ON ANYONE………
  THANK YOU!
  XXX
Carole
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August 8, 2023 at 6:06 PM

Dear Contessa, I love your honesty expressing your thoughts on manners today. It is a lost art, I’m afraid! It is sad and frightening to think how life will be in the future. Surely, if one doesn’t practice good manners themselves, they won’t teach their children either. And so it goes. One more thing, Contessa, I have used a cpap for years and I adore mine and the restful sleep it gives me. I hope in no time you will learn to love yours as well.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:28 AM
  
  I ALREADY DO……..
  TWO NIGHTS DOWN WITH THE REAL MACHINE WITH WATER AND I FEEL A DIFFERENCE!!!
  HELLO LIFE AGAIN!!!!!!!
  YOU ARE HOME AND IN TOUCH WITH YOUR PHONE MATE I WOULD IMAGINE!!!
  XXX
Lisa
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August 8, 2023 at 4:54 PM

E-Beth, I am sorry you are not feeling tip top these days. I hope soon you can establish a routine that suits you better.
As always I can relate to so much of what you speak of. Manners and civility are sorely missing much of the time. I do my best to be an example of kindness and appreciation.
I too am an empath and the state of the world and our nation takes a toll on me. I am currently in denial about AI, it’s all just too much.
I just love GP’s shirt and ice cream! What flavor is that? I too love everything I have purchased from Rough Linen! I am interested in those leggings. I must check these out.
Seeing your fur pals always puts a smile on my face! Animals are the best.
I try to see the positive and the beauty around me. I am grateful to be alive and greatly appreciate such a wonderful friend such as you.
Big giant hug
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:26 AM
  
  BLUEBERRY!
  BLUEBERRY ICE CREAM!
  THE LEGGINGS I WAS GIFTED A PAIR! THE ORANGE JUST LOVELY SO I ORDERED TWO MORE FROM HER THEY CAME YESTERDAY AND I LOVE THEM TOO!THEY RUN BIG SO I AM A MEDIUM AND THEY ARE MEANT TO CRINKLE AT YOUR CALVES AND ANKLES.THE MATERIAL IS REALLY REALLY SOFT!
  BACK AT YOU GIRLFRIEND OF 49 YEARS!!!!!!!!!!
  WE HAVE A 50 REUNION COMING UP!
  THAT IS HARD TO BELIEVE!
  XOXO
Judith
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August 8, 2023 at 4:05 PM

Hi Contessa!

As usual, thank you for providing us with food for thought. I, too, am dismayed at the lack of manners and couth displayed by so many people out there. I agree with wise Diana Amato: lead by example. Keep modeling manners and decency. We cannot make rude people polite, but, maybe by seeing us doing something thoughtful or compassionate, they will get some ideas!

Lately I have been making a point of complimenting people when I observe them providing good service; I also thank people for doing their jobs. We have just had a serious storm yesterday, with 90 – 120 mph winds. Utility workers from surrounding states have come here to help get power back up (yesterday, there were 61,000 households without electricity). I went out to the street and thanked the visiting workers for being here. I offered to order them pizzas, but they had just eaten. They were happy to be appreciated.

I am astonished that your guests were so ungrateful. Be assured that none of your blog readers would make such an atrocious faux pas. Keep being you. Keep inspiring us, keep finding joy in every day, and keep the faith. We love you!
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:22 AM
  
  OH THAT STORM SOUNDS TERRIBLE!
  HOW NICE OF YOU REGARDING THE PIZZA!
  I DO THE SAME AT MY POST OFFICE AT HOLIDAY TIME.I TAKE ORDERS FOR HOT CHOCOLATE OR COFFEE AND BRING IT INTO THEIR OFFICE!
  EVERYONE WAS GRATEFUL I BELIEVE AND MOST HAD A GOOD TIME TOO.EVERYONE SAID GOOD NIGHT AND THANK YOU UPON LEAVING.
  XXX
kim
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August 8, 2023 at 3:02 PM

Elizabeth,

I didn’t see your birthday celebration in that way at all . I saw a party of so many people who were there to celebrate somebody that they love very much- they came from near and far and some from decades past of friendship.. They wanted to make you feel special and dress up for you and were so happy to celebrate you. I heard so many compliments that night about the food, about the beautiful table, about your wonderful family, your home, and about your outfit… and how much you meant to everyone.

I can’t in anyway imagine why you would feel afterwards that there was no appreciation. In fact, I heard nothing but appreciation for you that night and how much you are LOVED.

We sent you pictures and texts the next day fawning over how lovely everything was.. how gorgeous you looked and what a wonderful hosts you and Giampiero are. We adored your sweet friends.. We talked about it for a week after with texts to you – and with our posts and Instagram.

To me your post sounds like you didn’t feel all that love that was sent your way from so many- old friends who were thrilled to be there with you, dear neighbors and adoring family..
That makes us sound like we all had poor manners, but actually I felt I’ve never been with such a kind and loving group.
I did not view the unappreciation at all. I felt it was an incredible night filled with a lot of love.
Just my take on it.
Kim
- Juliet
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  August 8, 2023 at 3:45 PM
  
  I feel the same way about the wonderful, celebratory evening. It’s disappointing and sad to thought of as ill mannered.
  - LA CONTESSA
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    August 8, 2023 at 4:26 PM
    
    THE NIGHT WAS BEAUTIFUL………
    NOTHING WRONG WITH THE PARTY………..
    IT’s the FOLLOW UP which you OUT DID YOURSELF IN PHOTOS AND THAT MAGNIFICENT VIDEO FOR ME!
    I BELIEVE I TOLD YOU HOW MUCH I LOVED IT BY TEXT MESSAGE!
    XXX
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 8, 2023 at 4:14 PM
  
  NOT ONE TOAST TO THE BIRTHDAY GIRL except her husband……..NOT ONE AFTER THE YEAR I HAVE HAD.
  NOT YOUR FAULT.
  I THINK EVERYONE HAD A NICE TIME AND I WAS SO HAPPY TO SEE EVERY ONE!
  YOU DID SEND ME PHOTOS THE DAY AFTER AT 7 am.AND I THANKED YOU FOR THEM.AS I had so FEW!
  I CALLED YOU TO THANK YOU FOR THE BOOK AND GOT YOUR VOICEMAIL………..the day after.
  YOU DID TELL ME WHAT A GREAT TIME YOU HAD!
  MY POINT IS in two weeks time I have had two text messages and one phone call saying THANK YOU.
  THIS WASNOT DIRECTED AT YOU.IT was an IN GENERAL NOD TO PEOPLE TODAY and how times have changed!
Dee Black
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August 8, 2023 at 12:35 PM

Hi Contessa,

Not a fun journey, this health track. However, you are addressing it and once you get your medications figured out. Hopefully… will get back enough energy to do all you love. Rest is your (our) body’s way of healing.

So on “manners” subject. I get how important it can be. After-all every performance or effort deserves kind reviews, after- all applause is uplifting and spurs us to do more. I even encourage my grandchildren, when they receive an invite to friends home, always reciprocate the gift. Why? …. so you are included again,in all the fun.

I will say, you embody the very essence (to me) of the incredible lightness of being. Maybe those that embrace you as a friend. Feel they are on solid ground and you are flexible about “protocol” as you seem so care free in your lifestyle of home, gardens and pets. As you are so open so may those be that enter into your magical world. Just ? thoughts.
It was a lovely garden party, from afar! Thank you for sharing it; as I feel, you invited us all along to celebrate you. I loved it all!

Love the family photos of Betty and “Theodorable” along with you and your color coordinated Italian.

Sending prayers your way, for good health in your 63rd year. Yes 60’s are a new ride, do not be alarmed if your followers below that age start to disappear for fear of aging or some disappear because we can’t stay awake. I am the later. Lol

Xoxo
Dee
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 8, 2023 at 4:34 PM
  
  YOU ENDED UP IN MY SPAM!
  SHAME ON THIS BLOG FOR DOING THAT!
  THE PARTY WAS LOVELY AS WERE THE PEOPLE.I LOVED SEEING EVERYONE AND WISHED THE L.A. GALS COULD HAVE STAYED LONGER.
  I THINK THAT ALL HAD A GOOD TIME.I GUESS AS THE HOSTESS WHO GOT TO CLEAN UP FOR TWO DAYS WOULD HAVE LIKED TO CONTINUE THE CHATTER WITH PHONE CALLS AND MESSAGES.IT ALL GOES BY SO FAST…………….its OKAY I have learned my limits and when the ITALIAN suggested it I knew in my heart it was not doable.LESSON LEARNED listen to your inner voice.
  XOXO
  - Mel
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    August 8, 2023 at 9:53 PM
    
    I so enjoyed all your photos of your amazing Birthday party. It looked fantastic. So glad to hear your looking into getting your medication tweaked. Hopefully you will be feel better with more energy very soon.
    Naps love them! I can take a 3 hour or 20 min nap and feel so much better. If I ever have an off day, I take a little nap and get up on the right side of bed, feeling better! We are at our Cottage and a group of us walk our private road, 5 miles most mornings. I am the baby of the group at 64, the others are 75 and the fastest walker is 83! She puts us to shame. Most days I also see her kayaking past our dock after she has been swimming!! When I grow up I want to be like her. Oh and the first walk of the summer I got back to the cottage at 10:30 AM and had a NAP until 3:00 PM!!!! Can you say out of shape. PS we did not run into any bears on the thank god. We have heard that they don’t like AC/DC so I have that ready to play on my iPhone.
    
    Manners: Occasionally a fellow will open and hold a door for me, and if they are younger or older I say your Mother brought you up well!! Does not happen often though, so sad!
    I am so glad you wrote exactly how you felt regarding follow ups after having people over. We had a couple over for dinner tonight and she arrived with hostess gifts. So very kind and thoughtful. Just love her and her husband. Their family nickname is the Wino’s. (Weinstein’s), and we are the Dubie’s (Dubienski’s).
    
    I also remember parties my parents had and the following day flowers with a note arrived at the door.
    I even email after having a lunch date with friend. Also love an actual card sent or received by mail, it is now so special in this day of immediate response. It also only takes a minute to pick up the phone, so much more personal than a text if possible.
    You know at our age I just say what I think. We have earned the right. Wishing all of you a good week. From Mel in Canada at the cottage PS it is 16 C / 60 F tonight. Going up to 18 C/ 64.5 F tomorrow. We have had an unusually cool July and August so far. June was in the 80’s and 90’s. Not complaining. Likely we will have a warm July.
    - LA CONTESSA
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      August 9, 2023 at 8:17 AM
      
      FUNNY!
      I ALWAYS SAY TO THE YOUNGER ONES WHO HOLD THE DOOR OPEN YOUR WORDS!IT NEVER OCCURRED TO ME TO SAY TO THE OLDER ONES!
      MAY I COPY YOU?!
      COLD HERE TOO FOR MAJORITY OF SPRING AND SUMMER………AND TODAY I CAN SMELL FALL IN THE AIR!
      I AM NOT READY!
      XXX
Dee Black
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August 8, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Hi Contessa,

Not a fun journey, this health track. However, you are addressing it and once you get your medications figured out. Hopefully… will get back enough energy to do all you love. Rest is your (our) body’s way of healing.

So on “manners” subject. I get how important it can be. After-all every performance or effort deserves kind reviews, after- all applause is uplifting and spurs us to do more. I even encourage my grandchildren, when they receive an invite to friends home, always reciprocate the gift. Why? …. so you are included again,in all the fun.

I will say, you embody the very essence (to me) of the incredible lightness of being. Maybe those that embrace you as a friend. Feel they are on solid ground and you are flexible about “protocol” as you seem so care free in your lifestyle of home, gardens and pets. As you are so open so may those be that enter into your magical world. Just ? thoughts.
It was a lovely garden party, from afar! Thank you for sharing it; as I feel, you invited us all along to celebrate you. I loved it all!

Love the family photos of Betty and “Theodorable” along with you and your color coordinated Italian.

Sending prayers your way, for good health in your 63rd year. Yes 60’s are a new ride, do not be alarmed if your followers below that age start to disappear for fear of aging or some disappear because we can’t stay awake. I am the later. Lol

Xoxo
Dee
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August 8, 2023 at 10:54 AM

PS: as we all know; Time is the equalizer! Perhaps it would be wise to learn the Art of Manners!
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 8, 2023 at 4:37 PM
  
  HA!
  I DO BELIEVE WE WILL SEE LESS AND LESS……………..XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 10:52 AM

Dearest Contessa,
I would love to take naps if I had your beautiful cat as my sleeping companion. Much love and prayers sent your way, hoping you are feeling much better soon.
Sadly manners seem to be a thing of the past. I sent two rather large checks as wedding gifts to nieces on 6/24. Received a text message of thanks from one within a week and a promise of a formal thank you to be sent. Don’t hold your breath. Didn’t hear from the other niece until I mentioned it to her father. She also texted thanks and the same empty promise. Still waiting for one of the checks to clear! Guess they didn’t need the money. They are teaching me to be stingy in the future which actually makes me sad.
Wishing you the best of everything. ??
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 8, 2023 at 4:39 PM
  
  YES!
  IT IS SAD……..on a few different levels.
  MY SONS BRIDE didNOT WRITE ONE THANK YOU NOTE for WEDDING GIFTS!I Was HORRIFIED STILL AM………….XXX
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    August 8, 2023 at 4:57 PM
    
    Hey, crazy tech -eeee lol lol question marks were not meant after my XO for you! PS: my favorite card place where I can have printed my initials, or name, or something, I keep for times (of many) I wish to send a written card just closed! So sad!
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August 8, 2023 at 10:50 AM

Hey you! It’s so crazy today! This dangerous heat advisory is adding to the delays, fuel cost up up up, temperaments, supply delays we are feeling. Naps are what we in the USA should do more of as in Europe & other countries, shut down & rest. But NO, the USA wants to work people to the bone of exhaustion & these rediculous short vacations. France is on their month long vacation now. Respect, manners, out the door, it’s shocking. I get you, texting sorrows, (if one even gets that) when someone dies? I am appalled!! I cannot tell you how many oddball women I have jumped thru hoops to support and the 1 way friendship, I moved on. Written thank you’s, ha ha! I still write! Verbal thank you’s ha ha! I find it severely unbecoming, gross behavior! I know a nurse with compassion of a rattlesnake, it’s crazy, I had to go from her. I do not do well with rollar coaster friendships! Depression is skyrocketing in all ages, I read. AI is and will remain $$$$$& and taking over. Just populating a pharmacy app took me about 40 mins to finally get: system down due to maintainance! Populate this that, OH FIDDLY DEE, I’LL THINK ABOUT THAT TOMORROW! Hugs & Kisses gorgeous you!! Plz pass the pasta!! XO ???
- Jayne McLeod
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  August 8, 2023 at 12:15 PM
  
  Good afternoon Suzanna … My name is Jayne and I too love this lovely website and the adorable lady Contessa who runs it. I have learned so much from reading her (and all of her friends) comments. I just read yours … and I am hoping that you will allow me to encourage YOU to just remain YOU. Rudeness abounds some days and in many areas, only if we let it. Be the wonderful kind and generous lady that you seem to be. Please continue to show kindness and your respect to others (even if it seems they don’t deserve it) All you and I can ever really be is the example to those, who need to be shown, what it means to have manners and to be respectful and show kindness for others. Our mommas taught us well, lets make them and ourselves proud. Suzanna, YOU have yourself a wonderful day! Thanks for the chat, Jayne
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  August 8, 2023 at 4:42 PM
  
  I SO HEAR YOU ON ALL OF THIS………..everything seems to be electronically challenging to me these days.AND I HAVE NO DESIRE TO FIGURE IT OUT!WHICH IS SCARY!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 9:37 AM

I really enjoyed this post–so many things I can relate to. I am 78 but all of these things are happening to me. Every week or so seems something new pops up. As they say “it’s patch, patch”. You keep thinking I used to be able to do all of this but now it’s more like one or two things a day as you say. My husband passed away in February so I am still trying to get through the grief and the different way of life. I do have wonderful children but there is still a lot of alone time.
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  August 8, 2023 at 10:04 AM
  
  I AM SO SORRY SARAH………………
  TRUE, WE SEEM TO HAVE A LOT MORE TIME EVEN IF WE ARE DOING LESS IN OUR DAILY CHORES.
  THANK GOODNESS FOR YOUR CHILDREN.I HOPE YOUR FRIENDS ARE STEPPING UP WITH ACTIVITIES AND JUST CALLING TO CHIT CHAT?
  THE HARDEST PART FOR ME IS I WANT TO DO SO MUCH MORE BUT NO I CANNOT………..or I PAY THE PRICE or will JUST DROP IN A HEAP!
  STAY IN TOUCH!
  XXX
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    August 8, 2023 at 12:44 PM
    
    Hello,
    Great post, so many things resonate. You are very right that those of us born in the 50’s and 60’s won the lottery. We had a chance to grow up in a normal way. It was not a perfect world, but we were not afraid to go to school because of gun violence, or to the supermarket, or wherever. The world now is a scary place. We learned manners from our parents and we still have them. Supposedly we have progressed, we have computers to do our thinking, AI has already taken over many people’s jobs, self driving cars are coming. But the important things like manners, talking to a real human being instead of a machine, all gone. Progress has not made us happier or healthier. Enjoy your naps, your fur babies and your family and take care.
    - LA CONTESSA
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      August 8, 2023 at 4:44 PM
      
      BINGO!
      TRUE LIFE IS SCARY NOW………………we were FREE to run and play!
      Kids today NOT SO MUCH.
      I WILL MARTA and you take care TOO!
      XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 8:29 AM

Hi Elizabeth! As always, your kindred spirit post brings me joy, just knowing someone else my age feels the same about all the changes in our lifetime. I can’t agree with you more regarding manners or the lack thereof. Yes, I’m finding the 60’s to be odd too. Turning 63.5 tomorrow and 42nd wedding anniversary is today, how did that happen?! Anyway, thank you for sharing all things good and bad and keeping us posted on your health challenges, which I most definitely understand and relate to.
AI is the latest super scary thing for our future. I never dreamt we’d see such things in our lifetime as we have been dealing with. I keep saying that to my husband, it seems unreal at times. I’ve been wondering a lot lately why the world seems more difficult the older I get, I think I’m getting get even more sensitive the less kind the world becomes.
On a lighter note, I love your husband’s matching purple ice cream and shirt! Your fur family are such sweet nap companions. I read in bed at night and my dog is an elbow rest, her idea not mine!
Take care!
Brenda 🙂
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  August 8, 2023 at 10:11 AM
  
  WE ARE TWINS!
  YESTERDAY THE RADIO IN MY CAR JUST TURNED OFF!IT WANTED MUSIC FROM MY PHONE!I HAVE NO MUSIC ON MY PHONE…………I DROVE THE THREE MILES IN SILENCE.THATS OKAY!THEN LAST NIGHT THE ITALIAN WAS AWAY…………DO YOU THINK I CAN GET THE TV TO WORK?NOPE I JUST WENT TO BED AT 8 PM.IT WAS A GOOD IDEA AS I WAS EXHAUSTED AND I SLEPT FOR 10 PLUS HOURS!NO NAP YESTERDAY AS I HAD THOSE APPOINTMENTS.CAME HOME HAD AN ICED COFFEE AND TRIED TO STAY AWAKE IT WORKED BUT THANK GOODNESS I DIDNOT HAVE TO MAKE DINNER!HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!42 YEARS……………WOW!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 7:37 AM

Getting older can be and is a bitch at times and I totally empathize. One’s social life revolves around Dr. visits, calling the pharmacy, endless pills, machines at night, scans, pokes etc. That said there is also much joy even when you hate the CPAP machine as I do, or slugging down horse pills so you are not on the W.C. all day which I have to do. There is joy, in little things – such as a nap in sunshine, looking at photo albums and tripping on yesteryear, hearing the laughter of children to name a few. Naps are wonderful, a true South American habit, and considered very healthy which is why corporations have actually set up nap areas. More productive. Best of all is having a snuggle with a cat or in your case cat and dog. Precious, and they too keep us on our toes with their needs. We are lucky to have had the experiences, the travel and the friends we have accumulated. I try to remember all this and more when I am feeling low and by choice tune out the negativity and find something that allows me to literally belly laugh. It feels grand.
As for the lack of thanking one for a meal, a gift, a party etc. it is something that drives me batty when such manners are ignored. I am even able(although not preferred) to accept a phone call, or text, or e-mail if one does not wish to actually put pen to paper, but feel strongly it is a must. That said, it is rare today to receive thanks, and even I get insulted by such lack of what I consider not only a kindness but just plain great manners. One learns manners from parents, and there is no excuse to not take the time to acknowledge you were included because the host/hostess care enough to include you. So much of etiquette or kindness today-is pushed aside for the speed we embrace in our lives. Such a small thing to many, and huge to the receiver. It only takes a minute to be grateful.
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  August 8, 2023 at 4:51 PM
  
  HOW IS MY FOUR LEGGED GOD DOG?LONG TIME NO CHAT!
  I AGREE THE CPAP IS A PAIN.
  BUT WE DO WHAT WE GOTTA DO…………BOY do I have a good story about THAT!NEXT BLOG POST!
  THE PARTY AND PEOPLE WERE FABULOUS………….
  IT was my 63rd BIRTHDAY and NOT ONE COULD FIND A FEW WORDS TO TOAST ME !THAT STRUCK HARD……………XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 7:29 AM

Whenever any of us is struggling with our health, it undermines the rosy view we normally have on life. I know when I’m not feeling well the world feels like a more unwelcoming place. Add to that the barrage of relentless negative information we get from constant media sources. It feels like me are in an uphill battle against many forces of evil! And manners DO matter, to help soothe and remind us of a gentile culture we all aspire. I appreciate your sharing all your ups and downs and ins and outs about your health issues. I often turn to YouTube to help self diagnose, and your offerings certainly will help many understand what might be going on with them. Wishing you deeper understanding of your health and well being.
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  August 8, 2023 at 10:34 AM
  
  I SEE MY LEGGINGS ARE IN THE MAIL!
  CANT WAIT……….THANK YOU THANK YOU!
  I AGREE WHEN ONE FEELS BAD EVERYTHING SEEMS BAD BUT REMEMBER I HAVE THAT KEEN ABILITY TO READ PEOPLE(EMPATH) AND I THINK THAT IS A HINDERANCE AS WELL AS A GIFT!……..I DONOT FOLLOW NEWS NOR WATCH IT BUT IT STILL FINDS ITS WAY TO ME!
  PERHAPS A MONTH OR TWO OFF OF INSTAGRAM AND READING EMAILS WOULD DO ME GOOD?I THINK THAT IS ON MY HORIZON!
  XXX
Leslie Lord
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August 8, 2023 at 7:28 AM

Contessa,
Napping sounds quite luxurious to me…I haven’t been able to acquire the habit despite trying!
Could you please tell us what you served your guests for dinner? I would love to see more of what you and the Italian cook…last might I watched a cooking segment from Tuscany and I realized how much I love that part of Italy. The food, the wine, the scenery, the small village life…I cannot imagine not picking up the phone to call and thank the host /hostess for a meal in their home!!!! But I was brought up that way…I had to write thank you notes for gifts. Mom insisted. She set the bar pretty high and we learned pretty quickly
I hope you are feeling more energetic now that your medications have been reduced. I felt so sluggish when my kidney was infected, our bodies must take longer to heal in our 60’s :-))

Best wishes to you!
Leslie

Hostess of The Humble Bungalow
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  August 8, 2023 at 10:26 AM
  
  NAPPING NOT LUXURIOUS IF YOU HAVE TOO……………..IT BECOMES A REAL BORE!THE ONLY GOOD THING IS I AM OUT WITHIN A MINUTES TIME. NO WANDERING WHEN I WILL FALL ASLEEP!
  THE MEAL SERVED TO THE GUESTS FROM IOWA.
  CONSISTED OF ZUCCHINI FLOWERS DREGED IN FLOUR AND STUFFED WITH A LITTLE MOZZARELLA AND OR ANCHOVIES!TO START AS AN APPETIZER.PASTA AT THE TABLE WAS A SIMPLE SUMMER DISH OF TOMATOES, BASIL AND MOZZARELLA. WITH OLIVE OIL OF COURSE!IT WAS DELICIOUS!DINNER WAS LAMB CHOPS DONE BY THE ITALIAN WITH HIS BLEND OF ROSEMARY, GARLIC, SALT AND PEPPER CHOPPED FINE.THIS IS DONE WITH A MEZZA LUNA.A HALF SHAPED MOON BLADE!EVERY ITALIAN KITCHEN HAS ONE!SIDE DISH WAS ZUCCHINI FROM THE GARDEN.THEY BARELY TOOK ANY………….I GUESS VEGGIES ARE NOT IN THEIR REPERTOIRE.MADE BY ME AND A GREEN SALAD WITH OIL AND VINEGAR.DESSERT WAS A STRAWBERRY YOGURT THING MY MOTHER USE TO MAKE!!!!THEN THE LIMONCELLO COMES OUT AND COFFEES…………………XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 7:17 AM

Dear Contessa,
Yes unfortunately, time has changed and still does but very quickly. The behavior of the people is becoming more and more ruthless,
cheekier, more deceitful, selfish and what else. Style, whether it’s good manners at the table or style of dress, has been lost and that affects me too. The time when you went to the opera or a restaurant and weren’t dressed in jeans, when you said hello in a friendly way and held the door for the next person. Where one could still moderately discuss all topics without being called conspirators. Holidays where you could still see and feel the lifestyle and charm of the country. Bella Italy. The most primitive people fly around the world today without knowing why (or just because it’s chic), don’t follow any cultural rules, hurt the locals with it etc. Could say a lot more, but unfortunately we old people can’t change it and we are approaching a dreary and unfortunately also criminal time. I used to be very sociable and got to know a lot of people, some invited, but now I don’t like that kind of people (who are ready in the majority) at all.
What remains are beautiful memories of really good times and I’m very grateful for that, because I don’t want to experience the future as it is developing now. And yes, call me an old pessimist.
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  August 8, 2023 at 10:15 AM
  
  BINGO!
  YOU SAID IT ALL VERY WELL……….
  THANK GOD FOR OUR MEMORIES!
  WE SAW THE BEST OF TIMES!
  HOW FORTUNATE WE ARE!
  XXX
Kathy L from MA
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August 8, 2023 at 7:09 AM

Elizabeth I am sad that you are not feeling better – I hope that it all turns around for you soon. Regarding poor manners, I understand your disappointment – it’s happened to all of us. In my experience, it’s the people who take saying “thank you” seriously (like you and me) who are the same people who feel disappointed when other do not show the same thoughtfulness and good manners – and it’s the people who aren’t concerned with expressing proper thank-yous who don’t notice when they are not thanked properly. With the option to send a quick thank-you text, it is baffling to me also why someone would not even do that after having a meal at someone’s home or receiving some sort of kindness from another person. Some say that our expectations are too high, but is a quick text stating “Thank you for a lovely meal and your hospitality” an unreasonable expectation?? You can’t convince me that it is. My mom (who is the queen of hand-written thank-you notes) always told me “Just worry about yourself” – good advice I suppose. PS: I read a survey asking all age groups if they cared about receiving a thank-you note for a wedding gift – and approx 85% of our age group cared and approx 85% of the younger (20s/30s) guests did not.
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:24 AM
  
  YES!
  THAT seems to be the way of today!
  Those YOUNGER people in that survey have NOT had to work hard enough most likely for a HOME etc……..aLOT WAS GIVEN TO THEM and they see NO REASON why they should THANK people who put TIME and ENERGY and MONEY into picking out a GIFT for them that they most likely ASKED FOR.I had this conversation with my SONS girlfriend a few years ago!THE ATTITUDE and ungratefulness came RIGHT THROUGH…….
  IT HORRIFIED ME STILL DOES and THANK GOD they are NO LONGER TOGETHER!
  The problem for me and I have had A LOT of time to think about it in my LACK LUSTER DAILY LIVING is I will NEVER DO IT AGAIN.It has left such a BAD TASTE IN MY MOUTH!About people in GENERAL…………XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 7:02 AM

Dear Contessa,
I get excited when I see your name in my “in box”. I so enjoy seeing you in your eclectic and wonderful home. It’s very special. I’m so sorry you’re not well, but the one thing you do to stay loved and happy is to surround your self with animal’s. They are the best medicine. Hang in there, you have a huge group of friends out here that wish you well.
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:27 AM
  
  YES!
  ANIMALS WILL ALWAYS BE A PART OF MY LIFE!I EVEN TRIED TO GO TO THE POUND YESTERDAY AFTER THE TWO DOCTOR APPOINTMENTS JUST TO CHEER MYSELF UP BUT THEY ARE CLOSED ON MONDAYS!
  THEODORE came home two days ago covered in OIL!I was horrified thinking a raccoon or skunk GRABBED HIM!He has spent the last two days sleeping and cleaning and all is GOOD AGAIN!
  THESE BEASTIES ARE THE HEART AND SOUL OF THE HOME!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 6:51 AM

Contessa, I wish you better health in the very near future. What a pain in the you-know-what to have to go through what you are going through in your journey to better health.

I, too, take 1-3 hour naps, but I don’t have any excuse other than I apparently need it! It’s just the yummiest feeling to wake up from such a long sleep. Granted, I do wake up between 1:00-3:00 in the morning, naturally. I’ll make a delicious coffee, read a book, do my “ying” yoga, then start preparing my breakfast. We currently live/take care of my 102 year old Mother, so I prepare her breakfast, as well around 6:00 AM. Then my day begins.
Around 2:00 I start getting tired so I take a nap. Then the fun begins when I wake up; my husband and I do yoga together, then go for a walk together, then happy hour after the walk. Life is good.

I agree with your sentiment about preparing a meal for friends. I love doing this, and so far, thankfully we do get “thank-yous” from them. Our children are another story though. My two step sons rarely write a note, even a text to say “thank you”. The younger one is starting to get better about it and it’s probably because of his new wife.

My husband always takes photos of me cooking for our guests, he’ll take a photo of the table and the friends that come over. The next day I send the photos to our guests. I have to say that when we are invited anywhere with people, I actually make thank you cards (and any other cards, I love doing this craft). It just blows me away that people can’t even text, which, has to be the easiest form of communication now. So shame on your out of town guests!!!!!
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:34 AM
  
  YOU ARE A GOOD PERSON TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR MOTHER!THAT ISNOT EASY WORK!BRAVA……..and how adorable your husband takes photos of the table settings and you cooking!
  YES, to send photos and not get a HEART or THUMBS UP strikes me as WHAT?Again on their DEFENSE people have real jobs and not the time that I do BUT still come on…………..acknowledge the receipt of RECEIVING even if you do not like the PHOTO!
  BAFFLES ME…………….REALLY BAFFLES ME!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 6:47 AM

Hey lady! Sorry I have been MIA on your blog and on IG in general. I am deep into parental care and too exhausted mentally and physically at the end of the day to do much creatively.
I am glad you are able to take those naps – sleep is so important to our health!

I am scared to death of AI and I don’t think the good will outweigh the bad – I think the powerful elite are taking pushing for transhumanism, which I want no part of. Sorry I’m a downer on that subject! :/
I agree that we are lucky – we lived during a golden age for the West.
Happy Birthday one more time!
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:36 AM
  
  ONCE AGAIN WE ARE TWINNING!
  YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT!
  YOU ARE A GOOD PERSON GRAY no reason to say YOUR SORRY!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 6:43 AM

Dear Elizabeth, I appreciate your blog and are with you on all points … life is changing so fast and we have to struggle a lot with all that … it makes one tired and I also need my daily afternoon nap … last week I had my 75th birthday and sometimes it makes me feel like I am 90 ;-( … but thanks God there are also days I feel like 40 or 50 and so I am lucky to have my life as it is … good days, bad days, but always happy, when I look at your pictures and read your thoughts … so full of humour and smartness … dear Contessa I wish you will feel better again and send you a lot of energy and good vibrations from Austria. XXX Edith
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:40 AM
  
  NEWS RELEASE!!!!
  GOOD NEWS RELEASE!THE SLEEP APNEA MACHINE THE REAL ONE NOT THE TRIAL ONE WITHOUT WATER WORKED SO MUCH BETTER LAST NIGHT I FEEL ALMOST NEW!I slept for ten and a half hours last night and could feel the air!During the test machine trial these last few weeks I was becoming MORE TIRED if that is possible!
  I HAVE HOPE ONE MORE TIME!!!!!!!!
  THANK YOU EDITH IN AUSTRIA!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 6:30 AM

Good morning! I am writing from BC, Canada, laying in bed at 6 am. In regards to napping, I think it is part of a healthy routine and it gives my brain and body a second perk up in the day. Of course for you, it’s most likely a recovery mechanism from having heart failure also. It is frustrating when you are use to being active and then you can’t be. No one gets it like those who have experienced it. I must congratulate you for hosting such an amazing party. It was beautifully put together. I love all your colour combinations which are totally inspiring for someone like myself who enjoys just looking at colours. My favourite is going into a store with upholstery materials and feast on the beauty before me of designs.
My husband of 50 years, still sends out thank you cards. I am from Denmark originally. In the Danish culture, no phoning to thank you for your hospitality ,but when you meet people on the streets, they say “Tak for sidst” .This means thank you for your hospitality the last time we at your house. Just do that one little thing you enjoy to put a smile on your face and in your soul. Thank you for just being yourself in the blog.
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:45 AM
  
  SO, you are sleeping right ABOVE ME A FEW STATES UPWARDS!!!
  YES, YOU understand me perfectly!I’m not napping because I need a pick me up but because I have NO CHOICE!I will just fall over and sleep no matter where I am………NOT A FUN FEELING!
  I ‘m SO TIRED OF THE DAILY NAPS……..BUT BETTY THRIVES ON THEM SO I BEST KEEP HER COMPANY!AS I GET NOTHING ACCOMPLISHED.
  ALL CULTURES HAVE DIFFERENT WAYS AND ITS NICE TO HERE ABOUT YOURS………….THANK YOU FOR READING AND COMMENTING!
  XXX
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August 8, 2023 at 5:55 AM

Dear Contessa, I hope your health improves and that you’ll feel energised again. I’m happy you’re still blogging. I’ve lost my mojo and I don’t seem to have the time anymore. Malta has changed so much and there is so much ugliness here. There’s construction everywhere and it’s become crowded and dirty. I don’t know what to write anymore. My life is not that interesting as we never seem to go anywhere ( too many people and not enough parking spots). Sorry, I feel like I’m complaining too much today.
I always enjoy your blogs and photos of your family and fur babies.
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:53 AM
  
  I too have been thinking about a VACATION from SOCIAL MEDIA………….
  YOU have been talking about MALTA and the changes for YEARS!
  MAKES ME SAD TO HEAR IT.AS IN YOUR PHOTOS IT LOOKS SO BEAUTIFUL THE OLD PARTS.
  I NEVER GO ANYWHERE EITHER IF THAT MAKES YOU FEEL BETTER!
  A FEW MONTHS AGO I MADE MY HUSBAND take me to an antique Fair as it is small and on a square about an hour away.As I so need to get out of the house from time to time.I walked. I shopped. I spoke with old venders that remembered me from my antique days.It was nice.I’m only telling you this so you can grasp the situation better…….I couldn’t make it back to the car!I had to sit down on a bench.REST a few minutes mind you I was on my feet for awhile shopping and chatting.After “MY SAID REST” I started walking again and had to sit on someones stone garden wall and wait for my husband to go get the CAR!
  It’s a TOUGH REALITY when all I want to do is walk and LOOK!!!
  XXX
Daron Baylis-Duffield
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August 8, 2023 at 5:46 AM

Elizabeth – what an interesting blog you have put up this week. I have so enjoyed reading it especially the piece about Mo Gawdat and AI. In a lot of ways if you really stop and think about how we treat each other in today’s world we are extremely selfish and that will not teach AI to be kind. We used to be much more considerate of others but over the years, I find, that consumerism has taken over we have lost the art of considering others in our daily lives as well and thus become supremely selfish. Not a worthy trait in my opinion. So it is right now. I do hope more and more people are taking note that AI is a real thing now in the present and they learn it is their own actions that will be the result of the outcome of this Intelligence.
So be it Darling. Stay as healthy as you can be and know that you are well loved by us all.
Xxx
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  August 8, 2023 at 7:59 AM
  
  YOU NAILED IT!
  I had NO IDEA that WE the population are creating this COMPUTER who will eventually or NOT if we wise up in TIME take over. THEN AGAIN YOU ARE A DOCTOR and see right through this!I found him FASCINATING!I would like to read his books……..
  SO, happy to SEE YOU HERE!IT’s been a long time!!!
  How is that purple CASA holding up in the South African Winter?
  HAVE you recovered from the BIG FALL?
  TIME FOR AN EMAIL!
  XXX
Libby
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August 8, 2023 at 5:38 AM

Your blogs are so entertaining! I am distressed to hear of your health issues. I know you are trying to do all the right things for yourself. I would think you had a high energy level with all you do. As to naps, I often take a little snooze. It is reenergizing for sure.
My big news is that I adopted a ten year old cat that looks just like Theodore! I’ve never had a cat so a new experience. His mother is very ill and couldn’t keep him. He’s an indoor cat. Only way you can go in a condo.
I’m hoping you’ll have time and energy for your beautiful garden.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 8, 2023 at 8:02 AM
  
  I HEARD LIBBY!
  BY OUR CONTACT SPY!!!!!!
  YOU ARE A VERY GOOD PERSON!ORANGE CATS HAVE THE BEST PERSONALITY!!!!I AM ON MY THIRD ONE AND THEO IS INCREDIBLE!
  MY NAPS DO NOT RE-ENERGIZE ME.They allow me to make dinner and then I have to SIT.I’m rather FED UP with it!
  I think YOUR MOVE was the BEST THING YOU COULD HAVE DONE!
  XXX
Maggie
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August 8, 2023 at 5:25 AM

Elizabeth,
Sorry to hear your struggling with such low energy and various health issues. It’s sounds like you fight back everyway you can.
I couldn’t agree more regarding the lack of good manners. My pet pev is the conversations with old friends or meeting new people. Seems everyone is focused on themselves. I ask many questions about people, how things are in their lives, with jobs, family, thoughts on different subjects – but it’s a one way street. No back and forth, it gets tiring and very noticable to both my husband and I. We often wonder if we asked nothing how would that conversation go, probably the same. Strange times but at least we have each other to get some good two way conversations going. Hope you make progress and start feeling more energy and overall wellness in your life. Take care, always enjoy your blog.
Maggie
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  August 8, 2023 at 8:06 AM
  
  MAGGIE!
  THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED WHEN MY HUSBAND’s FRIEND CAME WITH HIS WIFE AND TWO DAUGHTERS!I WAS ASKING ALL THE QUESTIONS!THEY DIDNOT ASK ME ONE THING!!!!
  I have NEVER been in a situation like that.
  And here you are telling me thats the NORM for YOU!
  THANK YOU for sharing this!
  XXX
Marsha
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August 8, 2023 at 4:34 AM

Dear Contessa,
I certainly enjoy your posts and find your life intresting and beautiful. I am 72, so no stranger to aging and the follies of the world. I, for one, find it tiresome when people of a certain age complain about the state of the world, manners, morals, etc. I am sure some of our grandparents did the same thing. We’re all tired, we all have health issues, and we all need to share and learn. I appreciate your honesty and willingness to be open about your issues. But really, things are not so bad. Our children will make their way as will our grandchildren. And really, the world will go on with or without us. So why complain? We are blessed just to be alive.
Marsha
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  August 8, 2023 at 9:40 AM
  
  THAT’s A GOOD WAY TO LOOK AT IT.
  BUT I FEAR FOR THE GENERATIONS BEHIND US.
  Getting educated on what is happening in the world is NEVER A BAD IDEA.IT takes ALL KINDS to create what we have been SO LUCKY TO CALL HOME!
  XXX
Hilda Smith
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August 8, 2023 at 4:31 AM

Hello Elizabeth. I love your posts and am so sorry that you are still a lot below par. Thank you for all the wise words and fun and joy in your posts. I think we can all learn a lot from this post. Thank you. And hugs xx
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 8, 2023 at 9:43 AM
  
  14 points BELOW NORMAL on that EJECTION FRACTION and a LOT of other VARIABLES………………this is the way it’s going to be and I have SLOWLY come to terms with it!
  THANK GOODNESS FOR THE ITALIAN!
  XXX
Judith Sharpe
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August 8, 2023 at 12:34 AM

I enjoyed reading your blog, Beth, and am sorry to hear of your low energy levels. Old age is not for sissies, I was once told, and it’s true. But you’re still a spring chicken by comparison to me!

You seem to be having the right idea and pacing yourself which is sensible. And despite your falling energy levels you’re still enjoy yourself. We must never lose our childish enthusiasm for life and you seem to have plenty of that!

On the subject of guests we only welcome happy, enthusiastic friends! We’ve now issued an edict that they can only stay for a maximum of four days. This is because I put my heart and soul into it – any longer and I’m utterly exhausted. If people aren’t appreciative, joining in, being generous and entertaining, well they won’t be welcome again. That May sound harsh but we had visitors earlier this year who drove out to Spain and stayed 5 days.

We gave them lots of lovely meals, masses of wine etc and do you know they didn’t buy us a single bottle of wine nor a meal out? I’ll call that very bad manners! They will not get another invitation – it was their second visit. She’s a cousin but that’s no excuse. Her mother was as mean as hell but that’s another story!!!

We love having friends to stay and 99.9% of them are wonderful guests. We really appreciate them coming all the way out here to visit us. And my way of saying thank you is to spoil them.

In a week’s time we’ll be back in Spain after a cold and wait month in the U.K. it’s been a joy spending time with the family and with friends and clients.

Sending you positive thoughts from Northern Europe and big hugs, Beth, to you and your Italian!

Judith xx
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  August 8, 2023 at 9:50 AM
  
  THAT IS HYSTERICAL AND BRAVO!!!!!!
  A FOUR DAY MINIMUM!
  I CAN BELIEVE IT AS UNBELIEVABLE AS IT IS……..
  I think it does have a LOT to do with your up bringing with OUR GENERATION!YOU are NOT THAT MUCH OLDER THAN ME!
  I was chatting with an AUSTRALIAN yesterday and she took a friend and her THREE buddies to breakfast!Her Friend had been in the restroom along time and she said to the others OH, I hope SHE IS OKAY?!They replied she had gone HOME!Without saying GOOD-BYE or a THANK YOU!
  I REMAIN SPEECHLESS………………..needless to say MY FRIEND WILL HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH THEM EVER AGAIN!
  XXX
Tracy
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August 7, 2023 at 11:15 PM

Dearest Elizabeth!!
I enjoy reading your posts always.
I’m so sorry about the low energy and medications and such, it’s not easy, aging is it?! Sending love to you now and always, sweets!! xoxo
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  August 8, 2023 at 9:56 AM
  
  NO even though I have those MEDICATIONS front and center on the KITCHEN COUNTER on a SILVER TRAY each with their unique vessel to hold them in place!HA HA HA……what else am I going to do with all this silver I have SAVED from the LANDFILL!
  As the Physical Therapist said YESTERDAY……….
  “YOU ARE GOING THROUGH A LOT!”
  YOU ALL GET MY VENTING!
  BECAUSE YOU ALL ARE MY BUDDIES……………….XXX
Pat
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August 7, 2023 at 7:43 PM

Well, the world may be going to hell in a hand basket, but at least the Italian still has style….matching his ice cream to his shirt! ???
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  August 8, 2023 at 9:58 AM
  
  AND YOU KNOW THAT WAS NOT DONE ON PURPOSE!
  CAN YOU GET ME THOSE BOOKS BY MO ?
  RATHER GIVE YOU THE MONEY THEN AMAZON!
  XXX
Melinda
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August 7, 2023 at 6:23 PM

I loved reading this blog post. I enjoyed seeing the pics of your napping buddies, even though I’m sorry your energy level requires that. I, too, have taken to napping. I didn’t realize how much of my work life was fueled by espresso until I retired!
On another note, I liked going to the store to pick out wedding gifts. I don’t want to order gifts online. But I admit it is handy when gifts need to be mailed!
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:11 AM
  
  I HAVE STAYED AWAY FROM THE ON LINE SHOPPING FOR MANY YEARS BUT I TOO HAVE CAVED!I LIKE TO TOUCH AND SEE THE GIFTS TOO IN PERSON.NOT MANY SHOPS LEFT IN MY AREA THAT CATER TO GIFT GIVING!
  NO DESTINATIONS…………..NO FUN BOUTIQUES.THE DEPARTMENT STORES ARE EMPTY OF CUSTOMERS AND SALES PEOPLE!
  NOT LIKE YEARS AGO………….XXX
Fran
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August 7, 2023 at 2:09 PM

Another poignant post! It is extremely sad and disappointing that some people have just lost touch with basic social etiquettes. We are let down, disappointed and just too preoccupied when our needs or expectations are not met. That just creates negativity and stress in one’s day which ultimately just spills over into the household = not good. I have recently decided that I, no longer, shall have high expectations – or any – for that matter, and I will be very mindful not to assume things either, in the future ( that has gotten me into trouble, but I ALWAYS acknowledge it – after the fact – and ALWAYS apologize). I will continue to be my outgoing, very caring self and will continue to give freely, but have learned to just accept situations and people as they are and move on with no hurt feelings or great disappointment. It should be quite liberating! Upwards and Onwards! One day at a time! All the Very Best to You, Dear Contessa!
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:07 AM
  
  THANK YOU AND YOU HAVE BEEN TERRIFIC IN SUPPORTING ME THROUGH OUT THIS EXTREMELY BAD YEAR.
  PNEUMONIA IN JANUARY.
  BANKSY LOSS IN FEBURARY.
  HEART FAILURE ALSO KNOWN AS CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE IN MARCH.
  APRIL/MAY LOADS OF RAIN
  JUNE GLOOM FREEZING REALLY.
  JULY BLESSED WITH ANOTHER YEAR!
  ONWARDS WE GO………….XOXO
sandra Sallin
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August 7, 2023 at 1:45 PM

Well, I want to know what you served your latest guests. I always love the cooking details. I love podcasts. Listen to them while cooking. I of course love watching YouTube videos. Anything your interested in is on a podcast. Times have changed and they will in the future. I’m looking forward to the video you recommended.
Maybe you and the Italian can retire in Italy? Buy a village and The Italian can fix it up and you can decorate it. It’s a wonderful fantasy. How would you decorate it. Let us know.
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  August 9, 2023 at 8:03 AM
  
  I DO NOT THINK THAT WILL HAPPEN; THE VILLAGE WHICH IS CALLED A BORGO IN ITALIAN…………
  AS THERE ARE NO Home Depoits IN ITALY!!!!!!!
  A FUN IDEA FOR A YOUNGER COUPLE.
  THE FERRAGAMO’S DID THAT AND I THINK ITS ALL ONE BIG HOTEL NOW!
  THE FOOD. THERE WERE SPINACH BALLS TO START AND OTHER ASSORTED ITEMS I DIDNOT TRY.
  MOZARRELLA TOMATOE SALAD TO START AND PASTA PRIMA VERA.
  ASSORTED MEATS WITH Swiss chard AND ROASTED POTATOES……..
  HE FORGOT TO SERVE THE FRUIT PLATES BUT DESSERT WAS TERRIFIC!
  A CHOCOLATE CAKE MADE BY A FRIEND!
  AND OF COURSE CHAMPAGNE TO END………..XXX
Lynda Ashley
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August 7, 2023 at 1:36 PM

Dear Elizabeth, I was not at your birthday but I was there vicariously through your posts of the people, food and photos and want to thank you for sharing your birthday with me. So lovely and I had a lot of fun.
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  August 9, 2023 at 7:55 AM
  
  GREAT!
  NEXT EVENT YOU FLY IN IN YOUR CAFTAN!!!
  XXX
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    August 10, 2023 at 2:15 PM
    
    Hi Elizabeth
    I was so busy getting ready for London so for the first time I did not read your post as soon as it posted. I am in London now and so exhausted from the flight. I am the caregiver for my husband so traveling with him is very stressful. We are 81 and 82.
    It makes me so sad to hear of your continuing health issues.
    I read everything about your party and it seemed fabulous. I know you were so exhausted planning it. Your friends should have toasted you. I couldn’t wait to read Kim and Juliet’s blogs to hear more about the details. They just were so delighted with the evening and loved every detail. It was such fun hearing them describe all the matching dishes and cutlery and the colours. And how you are loved. I know you are very hurt but Please recognize how many think the world of you and your wonderful Italian.
    I can’t wait to read your next blog but maybe you need to just take a break and concentrate on healing. We’ll still be here. I don’t know you personally but I think you are wonderful.
    - LA CONTESSA
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      August 11, 2023 at 7:44 AM
      
      PIERRETTE,
      SO HAPPY you made it to your destination and have the energy to comment!I ADORE YOU TOO…………
      LET it be known the SLEEP APNEA MACHINE this is day four seems to be helping with energy and rest!!
      THANK THE HEAVENS as I had GIVEN UP!
      YES, I agree with you I NEED A BREAK but that 82 year old buddy of mine wants me to do a post on CAFTANS and I took photos of the garden the other day!SO two POSTS in the WORKS…………I have contemplated STOPPING ALL TOGETHER especially after losing my blog back in MARCH.I have LOST half my FOLLOWERS actually more and the cost has risen A LOT to keep it going plus everything has CHANGED. The format, etc.SO I need to KEEP PRACTICING or I will lose what I had to re-learn.
      I am told I am a VERY SENSITIVE PERSON and I AGREE and perhaps I just say what others will not.I do DRESS outside THE BOX and I do say it AS IT REALLY IS…………NO FLUFF or skirting THE TRUTH from me and I think for the most part people here appreciate that.
      ENJOY LONDON and say hello to my BIRTHDAY MATE little Prince George!How did he become TEN YEARS OLD?!
      XXX
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August 7, 2023 at 12:48 PM

Forgot – past blog – what dishes were served for your birthday dinner? I’m been dying to know. You had mentioned pasta.
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  August 9, 2023 at 7:54 AM
  
  THE ITALIAN CATERING COMPANY RAN LATE SO I WAS NOT PLEASED WITH THAT.THE MEAL WAS PASTA PRIMAVERA, ASSORTED MEATS, Swiss chard AND ROASTED POTATOES.TO START A MOZZARELLA TOMATO SALAD.
  THE CAKE WAS THE BEST!
  A CHOCOLATE DEVILS FOOD WITH HINTS OF ORANGE ZEST AND A CREAM CHEESE FROSTING MADE BY A FRIEND WHO IS A PASTRY CHEF!
Rosemarie
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August 7, 2023 at 11:04 AM

Hi there CONTESSA
I always feel our body is telling us something re needing a nap – we need to replenish our energy. I’ve been low energy last 2 days so have taken to reclining on the lounge chair on the patio for an hr – it’s been quite wonderful watching the bees and hummingbird(s). Thinking – why have I not done this before!
I don’t usually have a nap/rest as I get up late = 10:00 am.
The beach in Italy looks so inviting – especially to sit under an umbrella. I remember swimming in the Adriatic Sea when I was in Croatia – it was like silk on my body.
No comments during that splendid meal that was prepared for your guests! Shocking! I can taste the pasta – everything would have been so flavourful and attractively displayed and eaten off your beautiful china.
I enjoyed my 60s tho it started with deaths of my parents.
So important to have good thoughts etc.
You always manage to get a conversation going on your blog – always enjoy reading people’s comments and your replies.
Take care.
- LA CONTESSA
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  August 9, 2023 at 7:49 AM
  
  YES CROATIA WOULD HAVE THE SAME BEAUTIFUL WATER AS ITALY MAYBE EVEN BETTER!
  NAPS ARE GOOD BUT NOT EVERY DAY!!
  IT HAS BECOME FRUSTRATING TO ME………..
  HAPPY TO REPORT THE CPAP IN TWO NIGHTS IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE!I CAN FEEL IT!!
  XXX
Leslie Haws
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August 7, 2023 at 10:34 AM

Good Morning Contessa! Wonderful to see your post his morning. I agree with you on all topics. At 81 I am experiencing loss, loss, and more loss. I do not recognize the human race anymore. I am shocked at what the norms are these days. Never in my wildest dreams would I be seeing the destruction of our democracy. The fanaticisms that people are buying in to has me wondering what forces are out there to create this phenomenon.
Currently my life is like a soap opera (I will leave it at that)! Thinking of you and appreciate all of the communications we receive. YOU are a TONIC MY DEAR!
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  August 9, 2023 at 7:46 AM
  
  SOAP OPERA?
  OH NO…………..AND HOW DID YOU GET TO BE 81?CONGRATULATIONS!!!
  THAT MADE MY DAY YESTERDAY…….BEING YOUR TONIC!
  TIME FOR US TO CHECK IN WITH EACH OTHER!
  XXX
Diana Amato
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August 7, 2023 at 10:02 AM

Dearest Contessa,

I truly believe there are a lot of people who think and feel the way you do! I, for one, am one of them. I think we are all just getting weary of the constant struggle of trying to keep up with the fast pace of this quickly changing world. I’m very interested to watch your recommended video! That will be my entertainment for this afternoon.

We just have to remind ourselves every damn day that we set the standard for the way we want to be treated! Continue to Lead By Example. Those who are meant to stay, will, and those who aren’t, won’t!

Please rest easy and enjoy the fabulous company of your beloved animals. Sending you Love, Joy and Peace.

Diana La Zingara XOX
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  August 9, 2023 at 7:44 AM
  
  GOOD MORNING!
  I HOPE YOU MADE TIME FOR THAT PODCAST AND ENJOYED WHAT MO HAD TO SAY………..I SURE DID.
  YES, I AM BECOMING WHAT IS THE WORD?DISTANT WITH THIS FAST PACE WE LIVE IN.I HAVE NO DESIRE TO KEEP UP ANYMORE…………
  THANK YOU FOR YOUR BEAUTIFUL COMMENT!
  XOXO