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June 16, 2021 79 Comments

I HAVE A WAY TO CLEAN YOUR CLOSET!

GET A PUPPY!

SHE LOVES TO BITE MY CLOTHING AND HOLD ON FOR DEAR LIFE!

SHE HAS SHREDDED THREE OUTFITS; WELL ONE NIGHTGOWN IN 48 hours!

MY BIRDIE RAFFIA SHOES ARE NOT FOR THIS WORLD MUCH LONGER EITHER!

OH BUT SHE IS SO CUTE YOU ARE PROBABLY THINKING!

I REALLY DO NOT HAVE THE ENERGY FOR THIS……………and I DO BELIEVE IT GOES ON FOR A YEAR!

IF I THINK I NEED TO USE THE BATHROOM I BETTER START 5 minutes prior!

  WHY?

BECAUSE Miss Betty LATCHES ON TO MY SLIPPERS OR SHOES AND HOLDS ON……..

I HAVE AN ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO DEAL WITH PLUS A FALLING HAZARD can happen at any moment!

  NOT THAT FUN and ALWAYS first thing in THE MORNING!

THEODORE IS NO LONGER SAFE ON THE FURNITURE!

 SHOULD HAVE SIGNS MADE!

BEWARE OF BETTY BITES!

THE AMAZING THING IS BETTY JUMPED UP AS THEODORE WAS TRYING TO TAKE SUN………..

I YELLED SIT BETTY AND SHE SAT ON FIRST BARK OUT OF MY MOUTH!

 SHE DOES UNDERSTAND THAT COMMAND!

 It was too bright for THEODORE as he had just come in from HUNTING ALL NIGHT!

HE IS A NIGHT OWL!

 He went back outside to BREATH after eating only to be found from BITING BETTY!

  GO FIGURE!

Going through old photo albums I found this!We were living in my in laws house outside of FLORENCE!This was about 1992.

MY ITALIAN and I were invited to a dinner at a restaurant on the ARNO RIVER.

IT WAS A BIG DEAL!

THE SUIT AND THE SHOES WERE HAND ME DOWNS FROM MY COUSIN!

I think the suit was a VALENTINO!

THE REAL DEAL!

THE SHOES I STILL HAVE!

I DO REMEMBER I HAD MY HAIR DONE!

I TOO RECALL IT WAS NOT WHAT I HAD ENVISIONED…………….but there was NO TIME to change it!

That night and I cannot recall who gave the party but the person across from me her FATHER or GRANDFATHER had INVENTED NYLONS for the legs!I was SO HAPPY I WAS WEARING A PAIR!

Nicholas is FEATURING some of the FIRST FIRE RETARDANT PJ’s for KIDS!

THE FABRIC WAS GOD AWFUL!

DO HOPE THAT HAS IMPROVED IN THE LAST 32 years!

 

I BELIEVE I SHARED THIS WITH YOU ON MY LAST BLOG POST!

NOW I AM POPPING UP ON NEWSFEEDS!

IT was early one morning when that ITALIAN TEXTED ME!

HE was in the BATHROOM where he READS EMAILS ETC………does your significant other do that?

He had been reading his AOL NEWS and UP I SPRANG ON HIS SIDEBAR where the ADS SCROLL………..!!!

He snapped a photo to show me!

AS it would be GONE BY THE TIME HE EXITS LATER!

Following week I get a letter from a DEAR READER who reads the BLOG HERE!

ALL THE WAY FROM FLORIDA!

IT said, “I had to send you the screen shot of my computer at work – I had just gone to the cosmetic company’s website to pursue their products and then clicked on an article I wanted to read on CNN and viola ~ YOU APPEARED!!It was momentarily shocking and as you can see, a large image.This is “paid content” so I hope you are receiving a commission!!You look like a professional model in these photos (and all your photos!).

TODAY I had a TEXT from a well known BLOGGER who I might ADD is ON BREAK for the summer.

SHE IS CALLED PREPPY EMPTY NESTER who said, “JUST SAW YOUR AD!!!YOU GO GIRL!!!”XX

SO THAT MAKES THREE SIGHTINGS!

FROM FLORIDA TO TEXAS TO CALIFORNIA!

ANYONE else have a sighting? Do email me as it makes my DAY!

AT iolacontessa@gmail.com

Which brings me to the cards have been mailed if you subscribed recently when I posted on Instagram that I would send you an ADVANCED STYLE card shot by ARI SETH COHEN! Only half of you responded either by DIRECT MESSAGE on INSTA or emailed with your SNAIL MAIL ADDRESS……………

I NEED THAT SNAIL MAIL ADDRESS SO IF YOU ARE NEW HERE SEND ME AN EMAIL OR LEAVE IN COMMENTS BELOW.

I AM HAPPY TO WRITE YOU A NOTE from BANKSY AND  ME!

BITING BETTY napping with me in our bed!

 SHE IS GROWING DAILY and last SUNDAY was at 23 pounds.When she arrived she was only 7 pounds.

I AM AFRAID to wear this FOR FEAR BITING BETTY WILL RUIN IT!

 I slipped it on while she was NAPPING!She takes MORE naps THAN ME!

 THE GOOD NEWS IS MY CORTISOL LEVELS ARE WITHIN REASON………..16.6 !

A NORMAL STANDARD is 8.0 ~ 25.0

SO, BASICALLY ANOTHER DEAD END with the HEALTH issues!

 DO not miss next weeks AGELESS STYLE POSTS as I will be interviewing Cindy Hattersley who’s IDEA it was.

WE have been featuring LADIES and a FEW MEN for the last FOUR YEARS!

CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT?

 NOR CAN WE!

 SO, here is how you play the GAME!

Once you read my victim which will be Cindy Hattersley you then click over to her BLOG which I ALWAYS GIVE YOU THE LINK either with her name or click HERE!

Guess who she will be featuring?

 YOU GUESSED RIGHT!

 SEE YOU ALL NEXT THURSDAY!

    XXX

 PS. I AM NOT READY FOR MY CLOSE UP MISTER DE MILLE OPPS CINDY!

SO JUST BE AWARE!

 

 

 

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  • Dana S
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    July 6, 2021 at 3:12 AM

    Buongiorno Contessa
    Long time reader. First time commenting. I mostly know your posts through Preppy Empty Nester and the late Ellie (RIP)
    Hilarious! Dog and cat =mischievous fun. Puppy first year tough but rewards are worth the inconvenience. You’ll have an unconditional friend for a good deal of life.
    Stammi Bene
    Dana S
    Dallas

    • LA CONTESSA
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      July 6, 2021 at 8:45 AM

      CIAO!
      LOVe when YOU READERS COME OUT OF THE WOODWORK!
      Two GREAT BLOGS!
      ELLIE REALLY UNITED A LOT OF US!
      THANK YOU FOR COMMENTING IT MAKES IT SEEM WORTHWHILE!
      SO APPRECIATE YOU SAYING HELLO!!!
      XXX

  • lisa thomson
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    June 23, 2021 at 7:40 PM

    Oh, my goodness, Betty is a naughty puppy. But then, what else could she be? Except ADORABLE. Although I’m sure you’ve cursed a few times about your chewed up clothing! Love the photo of you and your little guy circa 1992. That was the year I had my first babe. I also bought my kids the fireproof P.J.’s and recall the fabric being less than desirable. You look smashing in those nylons. Very sexy look. I didn’t see your ad, but I do hope you’re getting paid for that! You look beautiful as usual. I’m looking forward to the next Ageless style! I love that you are both swapping. I can’t wait to read both posts.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 24, 2021 at 6:49 AM

      HELLO LISA…………..
      THANKS FOR CHIMING IN!
      IT’s NOT MY AD BUT FIERA’s AD…………I wonder if it has something to do with the fact we donot have each others EMAILS in our computers!??Somehow I think that is part of it……..
      AGELESS STYLE COMING RIGHT UP!
      XXX

  • Tracy Bilello
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    June 21, 2021 at 3:33 PM

    Oh Betty!!! Puppies are such a handful aren’t they?! Ours will be 2 years old in August, and just this spring finally has calmed down some. Our poor cats suffered too!! Anyway, excited about your ad sightings and for next month’s feature!! You are so much fun!! xo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 22, 2021 at 8:56 AM

      THANK YOU TRACY!
      APPRECIATE YOU BEING HERE!
      XOXO

  • Barbaba
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    June 21, 2021 at 7:04 AM

    I like your ideas for the Betty book. I hope the Contessa pursues it. She writes so well, there must be a few words per page!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 21, 2021 at 7:40 AM

      LOVE THE IDEA TOO……..LETS SEE IF I CAN GET ENOUGH PHOTOS!!
      XXX

  • Yancy Williams
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    June 20, 2021 at 8:57 AM

    I know you adore her, but I’m concerned for you. She’s going to be a very big dog, with a very big bite. Are you considering obedience traning?

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 21, 2021 at 7:42 AM

      NO!
      WE DO ALL TTHE TRAINING…….BELIEVE ME THE ITALIAN IS THE TASK MASTER!
      I’ll be fine.
      ITS ALL IN HOW YOU BRING THEM UP AND HER BITE IS ALREADY SOFTER!!!
      SHE WAS TEETHING!
      XXX

  • Hilda
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    June 20, 2021 at 8:54 AM

    Wow you are a celebrity! Congrats. I will be watching to see if you show up in Ireland. Betty is growing very quickly. Do keep your lovely kaftans safe. I am so sorry that you still have no positive answers on your health matters. HugsXXX

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 21, 2021 at 7:43 AM

      THANKS HILDA!
      I HAVE A COUPLE THAT ARE GOING TO BE WORN THROUGH THIS STAGE……..THEN TOSSED!
      HAD MRI YESTERDAY LETS SEE WHAT THEY FIND!
      XXX

  • D. A. Squires
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    June 20, 2021 at 7:50 AM

    SHE is too adorable… that is the problem: How does one discipline that FACE??!! Your CAFTANS!!! Those little sharp TEETH!!! (Not to mention What BIG paws you have, my dear : ) I guess the best way to think about this is you are on an ADVENTURE with Miss Betty… and I think it would be a picture book to rival Good Dog Carl (maybe with a few words to a page)… you in colorful caftans (w/ turban and flower crowns and loads of pearls) leading the way around house and garden and she pulling on the hem or peeking out from under…. and eating roses…and sunbathing with Theo…and antics with Banksy… ETC. The artist who painted the whimsical ‘Contessa and Banksy Under the Stars’ would be perfect… so much fun to think about : ) And the title… Miss Betty’s Bad Day : ) XO PS Would love a card…I think you have the address XO

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 20, 2021 at 11:30 AM

      I SHALL SEND YOU ANOTHER CARD!!!!
      I THINK I DO TOO!
      XOXO
      I OWE YOU AN EMAIL…………..TOMORROW!!!

  • Martha Foss
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    June 20, 2021 at 4:58 AM

    I love reading about Betty’s antics!!! I hope your beautiful wardrobe survives!!! I love the picture of you in Italy!! Those stockings!! I’m sure I had a pair as well. And, I love the red caftan. I’ve been helping my daughter move back to her condo, here in Denver , in 100 degrees … I tell you that is tough. I will be in the lookout for the ad. I have that concealer.. you are right- a teeny tiny bit is all you need!!! I didn’t know I could use it as foundation.. I’d better get a darker color or I’ll look like Dracula’s wife!!
    I look forward to meeting you and the menagerie soon!
    Xo martha

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 21, 2021 at 7:48 AM

      OF COURSE YOU HAVE THAT CONCEALER!!!!
      WE THE TWO TWINS…….of DECOR AND GARDEN!
      YOU NEED A BRUSH TO PUT IT ON!
      GOES ON BETTER……..their emails NOW TALK ABOUT USING two different colors for the foundation!!
      I need to investigate that further!!
      CANNOT WAIT TO MEET YOU AGAIN AND AS I KNOW WE HAVE MET AT THE HEN HOUSE!!
      XXX

  • Dee Black
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    June 19, 2021 at 8:22 PM

    Fashionista then and now. Back from vacation, to find the card, from Contessa and Banksy, many thanks and I love it. Betty…looks and personality will take you far, like your new mom. Never a dull moment or blog from Contessa around the home. How fun!

  • Dee Black
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    June 19, 2021 at 12:48 PM

    Fashionista then and now! Just got home from vacation, found my card in the mail. Many thanks Contessa and Banksy. Betty charm and looks will take you far, ask mom. Love catching up always a treat.

  • Dawn Darveau
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    June 19, 2021 at 4:39 AM

    Betty is so cute and so lucky to have such a wonderful home to grow up in. As always you look amazing and your outfits this post are just beautiful. Thank you as always for sharing.

  • mimi
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    June 17, 2021 at 8:04 PM

    Contessa, I don’t know if you are familiar with the wordless children books, Good dog, Carl. by Alexandra Day– your Betsy looks like Carl.
    Carl has adventures with the family’s baby and as the baby grows so does their adventures together. You definitely need to watch out for chewing for 18 months probably. My westie chewed for that duration. She gnawed on the wooden chair legs and shoes and the toddler’s clothes when he was sitting. Looking forward your next blog post.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 8:19 PM

      I AM…………….THANK YOU!
      OH I KNeW I WAS IN FOR IT!!!!
      ITS BEEN ALONG TIME SINCE I HAD A PUPPY!
      THANK YOU SO MUCH!
      XXX

    • lisa thomson
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      June 23, 2021 at 7:44 PM

      I had those books and read them to my kids when they were little. Carl was adorable. I think a friend gave those books to my kids. 🙂 Memory lane.

  • Juliet
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    June 17, 2021 at 7:58 PM

    Betty is so cute! Good thing because the sharking stage is no fun. Hope she moves through it quickly. I did not send you my address because I thought you had it … shall I text?! Of course, I’d love an Ari card featuring my favorite Contessa. Looking forward to Ageless Style with Cindy … that will be fun. She she going to do YOU?!

    • Juliet
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      June 17, 2021 at 7:59 PM

      Oh, and I adore your red and white stripe caftan!!!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 8:17 PM

      I DO AND YOU ARE NOT A NEW SUBSCRIBER…………I DID A POST ON INSTA IF YOU SIGNED UP WITHIN THREE DAYS I WOULD SEND YOU A CARD!
      I WILL SEND YOU A CARD!
      I MUST OWE YOU A THANK YOU FOR SOMETHING!!
      THE PHOTO TODAY!!!!AT ANTHRO!!!
      XXX

  • Rosemarie
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    June 17, 2021 at 3:22 PM

    Hi there CONTESSA – I enjoy reading the antics of Betty! And seeing the pics of your animal family together in the garden. I’m dealing with a cat that likes to sit on my lap and affectionately lick my hand then she bites me! From one bite it turns into attack time and I have to get her off me quickly.
    RED – that outfit is an eye catcher – I really like it. It’s nice seeing pics of you from past years – there is always an elegance about you.
    I will keep an eye out for your pop ups.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:40 PM

      I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THAT IS LIKE!THOSE PLAYFUL CATS!
      THANK YOU ROSEMARIE……..I KEEP HEARING THAT WORD “ELEGANCE!”I don’t mean to be elegant at all in fact this photo was for a CASUAL LOOK I was putting together for AGELESS STYLE!I SMILE EVERY TIME I HEAR THAT AS THAT IS NOT MY INTENTION AT ALL……….
      I have absolutely NO WHERE TO GO TO BE DRESSED ELEGANTLY!
      HOW I WOULD LOVE THE OCCASION TO DO IT!
      But I doubt that will ever happen in MY LIFETIME!
      I buy the clothes and wear them…………as jeans and exercise pants don’t do it for me!
      When my kids were young I wanted MY UNIFORM to be a long skirt with a sweatshirt and tennis shoes……….of course at that time one could not find any long skirts except for consignment shops and they were always TAFFETA or SATIN!
      Guess I’m a bit ODD or ECCENTRIC!
      XXX

  • LA CONTESSA
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    June 17, 2021 at 3:16 PM

    COMMENT IN WRONG SPOT DUE TO COMPUTER!

    Ma Chere Contessa
    Nicolas looks adorable and you look Italian chic …especially with your Euro hairdo…right out of a movie!
    Loved the pics of biting Betty.
    She’s so cute and so much work.?
    PPP

  • LA CONTESSA
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    June 17, 2021 at 3:09 PM

    COMENT IN WRONG SPOT DUE TO COMPUTER!
    Judith Fine-Sarchielli
    Snail Mail
    2323 4thSt
    Apt 3
    Santa Monica
    Ca 90405

    Love your posts and animals.
    Judith

  • Carole Klopschinski
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    June 17, 2021 at 12:42 PM

    Hello, I love your blog and it always makes my day when I see the adventures of you and Betty and the rest of your brood…so fun! I would very much like one of your advanced style cards! I had knee replacement surgery two weeks ago and must have missed your first posting. My name is Carole Klopschinski 541 W Elm St Ontario. A 91762.

    Looking forward to your next post, keep up the excellent job and continue to feel better!!
    Carole

    • Carole
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      June 17, 2021 at 12:44 PM

      Oops… that’s Ontario CA

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:43 PM

      I POSTED ON INSTAGRAM…………
      BEST OF LUCK WITH THE RECOVERY!
      CARD WILL BE IN THE MAIL SOON!

  • Dee Tivenan
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    June 17, 2021 at 12:36 PM

    Great blog!

  • Lynda Stansberry
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    June 17, 2021 at 12:28 PM

    Love your new puppy. They are soooo much fun and soooo much work, but worth it.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:17 PM

      TRUE ON BOTH ACCOUNTS!!!
      XXX

  • Parnassus
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    June 17, 2021 at 12:15 PM

    Hello Contessa, You look like you stepped out of the pages of a magazine, in that outfit and with that colorful background. I am glad that Nicholas did not burn up. I hope your dog enters a more calm stage very soon. Sorry for these completely disconnected thoughts, but it is late here!
    –Jim

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:19 PM

      NIGHT JIM IN TAWAIN!!!!
      THANK YOU FOR YOUR GOOD WISHES!
      XXX

  • Candace Wilson Culp
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    June 17, 2021 at 11:49 AM

    I got your fab card and note. And, yes, we will meet soon, somewhere. My older puppy (14) has dementia and is totally deaf snd eyes not great either, I’ve decided not to take trips away while he’s alive.
    Your baby is precious… let her do it all, you will live through it! It goes so quickly.
    Happy you’re feeling better, mysteries are only good on paper or film.
    You look incredible in all your pix. What is that makeup in the ad you’re not getting paid for?
    Happy weekend to your menagerie,
    Candace

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:21 PM

      MAKE UP CALLED Fiera Cosmetics……………GOOGLE IT!
      THEY ONLY MAKE 5 products and are out of New York.
      I LOVE ALL THE PRODUCTS……..especially the CONCEALER!WHich they teach you to use as a foundation.
      Price is about $30.00 for a small tube which lasts as a little goes along way!
      XXX

  • Lorna
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    June 17, 2021 at 11:35 AM

    Sorry, it’s Lyme.blossom

  • Lorna
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    June 17, 2021 at 11:31 AM

    Oh naughty Betty 🙂 She sounds like a handful. You are now officially even more famous with your ad popping up in so many places. I’ll let you know if it makes it to Malta. It’s getting awfully hot here and the mosquitoes don’t stop biting when I go out to water our plants which are all looking rather miserable. I’m already counting the days to autumn.
    Elizabeth, I’ be been wanting to ask you if you’ve been tested for Lyme disease. I didn’t know much about it but I used to read a blog by a lady called Gigi Thibodeau. She disappeared for a while and then we reconnected on IG. Her handle is lyme_blossom. Some of the symptoms she mentions are similar to yours ( but hers are more severe). I’m not a doctor and Lyme is not something I’m familiar with as it’s not something we have here but I thought I’d mention it, just in case. BTW, Gigi is very helpful if you want to ask her anything. She is trying to raise awareness about Lyme and she also used to have a lovely garden. Oh, and she has 2 cats. One of them is called Johnny Silver and only has 3 legs.
    Hope your issues get resolved. I love your Tulsi dress. I follow her on IG too.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:23 PM

      I KNOW HER!
      I FOLLOWED HER ON INSTAGRAM before I was HACKED for a couple of years we recently found each other AGAIN!!
      YES< I HAVE BEEN TESTED FOR LYME! THANK YOU! XXX

  • judith
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    June 17, 2021 at 10:48 AM

    What a surprise to see you wearing red! It suits you. I had a black suit very similar to yours, but it was not a Valentino. The stockings are great, too; I used to love wearing patterned tights and hosiery. You have my deep respect for taking on a puppy; it’s all I can do to feed my independent cat twice a day. You have more energy than you think! So glad to see you are now a star of ads for the computer screen! Yes, do post the link so that ALL of us can now see you as a pop up! Since apparently I am the only person in the world who is not on Instagram, I would love a card! I did get the one of you with Banksy, and your back is sort of turned to the camera. Thanks for offering!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 3:27 PM

      I DONOT HAVE A LINK JUDITH………….but if you still have AOL or watch CNN YOU COULD SEE ME!
      I GUESS………….did you spy me under the PINK VW BUS TOY That if you read the small print SOLD for $72,000.00!!!
      I think I am OUT Of that card but can send you a JOLLY FORWARD FACING CARD!!!!
      IT TIME WE GET YOU ON INSTAGRAM……..
      I ALREADY HAVE YOUR CALL NAME!!
      VITA INCOGNITO!!!!
      HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT…….GET THE APP ON YOUR PHONE AS THAT IS THE ONLY PLACE YOU CAN POST PHOTOS FROM.BABY STEPS……….GET APP ITS FREE!
      XXX

  • LA CONTESSA
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    June 17, 2021 at 10:45 AM

    VIA EMAIL:

    Thanks so much. Just wanted to tell you that I found you and your blog through our beautiful Ellie – Have Some Decorum – whom I still miss very much. I truly love your postings and save most of them because of your beautiful garden, house decor and your wonderful sense of fashion. I love your writing style. Caps, spacing and underscoring. I am following many of your ideas. I just repotted all of my planters on my patio and used only white flowers – what a difference – so notable, I would have never thought of it myself.

    Yes, I did get the brush with the concealer. That was a good deal.

    I think it’s important for you to know that you really do influence people (me) for the good and beauty of life and person!

    Stay healthy and I look forward to seeing your next adventures.

    Carmen

  • 1010ParkPlace
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    June 17, 2021 at 10:33 AM

    Betty is adorable! I’m sure you know all the rules, but I hope you are taking shoes, etc. away from her and saying, “NO.” The same goes for when she tries to bite the edge of your caftans. She will eventually stop, but not if you let her get away with it… even once! Now you know how I felt when I had two eight week old puppies. I thought I’d lose my mind or break a hip! xoxox, Brenda

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 10:40 AM

      I DO………but can be slow as bending for me is a problem these days with the VERTIGO!
      The worst is when she has the clothing in her mouth and it gets stuck on her teeth!
      STEP ONE:ONE MOUTH TO OPEN NEEDS TWO HANDS FOR THAT.
      STEP TWO: HOLD FABRIC SO SHE DOES NOT JUMP BACKWARDS PULLING AS THAT IS WHEN FABRIC RIPS……..
      This can all happen in seconds before I even know she is LATCHED ON FROM BEHIND!
      I CAN RELATE TO GOING OUT OF YOUR MIND!!!
      I’m THERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
      XOX

  • kim
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    June 17, 2021 at 10:16 AM

    Well I so enjoyed that little biting Betty! Boy is she cute. I would be at her mercy too. Bless Theo for putting up with it all. I love that you are appearing all over on the ads! Giampi must have been surprised! I think you need more compensation though if you’re the national model/spokesperson!! Are you getting a year’s supply of this stuff and money?? You should be.. Or at least a link to buy it and some commission! Your picture is no doubt selling a lot!! I am most excited for next week’s Ageless! Do I have that card? I think it’s on my bulletin board! Love it. Anyhow, seriously though, both caftans are GORGEOUS. Love the red especially. Hugs. xo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 10:25 AM

      I AM NOT THEIR SPOKESPERSON…….its just a BEFORE AND AFTER SHOT they are using!
      I WILL POST THE VIDEO I DID ON INSTAGRAM!
      THERE are THREE CARDS SO TELL ME WHICH ONE YOU HAVE!
      ARE YOU READY FOR THE HEAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SUPPOSE TO BE 102 here today!!!
      XXX

  • Debbie
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    June 17, 2021 at 10:10 AM

    My last two dogs were adopted as older dogs…… already trained and calmed down…they chewed someone else’s things….. and once we settled in together, they were wonderful. You don’t have them as long…but the stress I did not experience from a puppy was a small price to pay ….. and I may live longer because of it…..
    I have also used a spray bottle with water or even a tiny bit of vinegar as a tool…. harmless and gets their attention…

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 10:22 AM

      THAT WAS MY INTENTION TO GET AN OLDER DOG THAT NEEDED A NEW HOME!
      BUT WHEN THE YOUNGEST SON WANTS TO GIFT YOU A NEWBORN ITS HARD TO SAY NO!!!
      I HAVE HEARD THAT ABOUT THE SPRAY BOTTLES!!
      THANK YOU!
      XXX

  • Barbara Spain
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    June 17, 2021 at 10:00 AM

    Yikes! That’s life with a puppy! Never a dull moment, unless they are napping!
    That patterned hosiery in the picture is gorgeous! The lovely design certainly complimented your luxe ensemble!

  • Mia
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    June 17, 2021 at 9:30 AM

    Contessa your looking cool and beautiful in your Kaftan …that vintage Valentino ! Swoon…and your hosiery perfecto so chic…Betty is adorable I haven’t had a puppy for a long time but I remember the teething stage .. lots of chew toys
    helped save a few (dozen) shoes,.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 9:40 AM

      OH THE SHOES………ARE HER FAVORITE!!!!!!!
      PLASTIC POT HOLDERS HAVE BEEN A LIFE SAVER!!!BETTER THAN CHEW TOYS WHICH SHE HAS MANY!THEY CAN GET THEIR TEETH INTO IT…….JUST RINSE THEM WELL!OR YOU WILL HAVE DIRT ALL OVER THE HOUSE!
      YEP, pretty special that cousin of mine and we wear the same shoe size!!!
      SHE HAS ALWAYS BEEN WONDERFUL TO ME!
      XXX

  • Mary Ann Pickett
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    June 17, 2021 at 8:33 AM

    OH BETTY! But to gotta love that cute face. My daughter’s puppy (one year old though) chewed up my sandals while I was visiting.
    I can’t wait for the next edition of Ageless Style!!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 9:36 AM

      YOU THINK YOUR BUDDIES WILL BE A HIT!!!!??
      XXX

  • Rena
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    June 17, 2021 at 8:32 AM

    You always remind me so much of Jackie O! So graceful and glamourous. When are you going to write your memoir?

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      June 17, 2021 at 9:35 AM

      YOU CRACK ME UP RENA!
      JACKIE O…………….!!!!
      THERE IS NOT THAT MUCH TO WRITE ABOUT IN MY LIFE!
      WELL< I DID MEET A REAL COUNT HAD CHAMPAGNE WITH HIM........ Drove over the MEXICAN BORDER to go DISCO DANCING at the SMART AGE OF 17 AND rescued a baby deer in the middle of a busy intersection! WOULD THAT BE A START?!!! HUGS TO YOU........what about THE COMMENTS?FIX THAT PLEASE!

  • Sbchica
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    June 17, 2021 at 8:28 AM

    Yes, everyday I’m still a little shocked when I see your photo ad on my computer! I had just read your blog and a few hours later your ad started. I certainly hope you get paid.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      June 17, 2021 at 9:30 AM

      OH MY GOSH……………ANOTHER SIGHTING!!!
      MAYBE I SHOULD POST MY ONE MINUTE VIDEO ON INSTAGRAM!!!
      THANK YOU FOR TELLING ME!!
      XXX

  • Sandra Sallin
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    June 17, 2021 at 7:57 AM

    You convinced me. I am not getting a puppy. It doesn’t matter how adorable it is. Not getting a puppy. I love seeing yours though. I can just see me tripping and breaking my hip, wrist, let of something. But I do adore watching Betty grow.

  • Sue Hayes
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    June 17, 2021 at 7:03 AM

    Oooh! You named her Betty? Perfect! She seems a precious bit of chaos- maybe what the doctor ordered? Enjoy! Xx Sue

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      June 17, 2021 at 7:35 AM

      MY SON KRISTOPHER INSISTED!
      HOW ARE YOU?
      XXX

  • Andrea Serrahn
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    June 17, 2021 at 7:03 AM

    Looking forward to someday meeting that fashion eating puppy! She’s got you running; and you’ve surely got your work cut out for you. Keep her away from your SERRAHNA please! Lol…..

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 7:22 AM

      HOW DID YOU KNOW!
      I PUT ON A CAFTAN LIKE DRESS FROM YOU YESTERDAY AS IT WAS SO HOT!
      I can wear NOTHING LONG!
      ESPECIALLY THOSE PANTS I JUST GOT FROM YOU!!!
      XXX

  • Mary A James
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    June 17, 2021 at 6:52 AM

    My snail mail:
    104 S. Liberty Street
    Centreville, Md. 21617

    I must’ve missed the blog on getting a photo…..looking forward to getting photo, and reading more of your blog. So glad you levels are good…

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      June 17, 2021 at 7:33 AM

      NO NOT THE BLOG IT WAS INSTAGRAM…….HAPPY TO SEND YOU A CARD MARY!!!
      XXX
      BEFORE BETTY CHEWS THEM ALL UP!!!

  • Pierrette Weir
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    June 17, 2021 at 6:49 AM

    Always so happy when your blog pops up in my mail.
    I live in Ottawa, Ontario and I now frequently get that ad in my newsfeed. You definitely should be getting paid.
    That puppy will not be a puppy much longer he is growing so fast! He never seems to stop. No wonder he takes so many naps.
    Love Ageless Style.
    Pierrette

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 7:32 AM

      LET ME KNOW IF YOU SPY ME!
      I CAN SEE HER GROWING DAILY PIERRETTE!!!!!
      XXX

  • Pat
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    June 17, 2021 at 6:37 AM

    Oh Elizabeth, always the fashionable one! You need an agent for your budding modeling career. I hope they at least sent you some free product…and got your permission to use the photo. Still, what fun! I wish I could have been there when G came across the ad. That must have been hysterical!!!!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 7:31 AM

      YES!!!
      I WAS LIKE WHAT????
      I DID INDEED GET PRODUCT AND I AM CERTAIN I GAVE MY OKAY………….
      I TRUELY LOVE THEIR LINE OF FIVE ITEMS!!!!
      XXX

  • carmen de Vallois
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    June 17, 2021 at 5:51 AM

    Hi. My snail mail:

    Carmen de Vallois
    11300 SW 125 Street
    Miami, FL 33176

    I love your blog.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      June 17, 2021 at 7:29 AM

      THANK YOU!
      YOU WILL GET A CARD SOON!
      XXX

  • Ginger
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    June 17, 2021 at 5:39 AM

    I love reading about growing up with Betty! She is adorable and you are beautiful as always! Looking forward to the new Agless Style, one of my favorite features!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 7:28 AM

      THANKS GINGER……….HOW ARE THOSE SHOES TREATING YOU?!!
      XXX

  • DaniBP
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    June 17, 2021 at 4:43 AM

    Dear Contessa, it’s your long lost friend Dani from Canada, I apologize for not being around, it’s been a long winter of nervous breakdowns with the lockdowns etc. Finally coming out of the other end here in Ontario, thank heavens. I owe you a phone call!
    Okay, your puppy, so cute! I can’t get over it! I hope she stops biting soon, my gosh she’s growing and must be very happy to have found such a wonderful home.
    You are looking beautiful as ever and I can’t get over the ad, I want you to get a modelling fee though!
    Take good care and hopefully we’ll chat soon. XOX

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      June 17, 2021 at 7:26 AM

      I WOULD LOVE TO CATCH UP…………….LOVELY TO SEE YOU HERE!
      LOVE YOUR NEW KITCHEN!
      XXX

  • Nita Wright
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    June 17, 2021 at 4:39 AM

    Betty is busy! We have a new puppy, we’ll it’s been a year. The other day I was folding our laundry and noticed all my boys shirts had holes in the back. They are the perfect height, the dog holds on. The worse is when you have company and they leave with a hole in their clothes. Betty looks really happy! Love your add and love reading all the adventures of Theodore and Betty.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      June 17, 2021 at 7:24 AM

      OH DEAR…………MY WARDROBE WILL HAVE TO BE PUT ON HOLD I’m AFRAID!
      I SHALL KEEP WEARING THE SHREDDED GARMENTS!
      THIS MORNING BETTY IN MY LAP SO THEO JUMPS UP TOO……….ALL IN GOOD COMPANY!
      XOXO

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