Susannah’s Fall & Winter Reading List, 2018-2019
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Tag Archives: women of a certain age
Last Thrill and Testament
I had a job where they asked me, why I thought I still had style at my age. After unplugging my oxygen tank and parking my walker said, “Because I’m still breathing?” I did ponder this though, once my ego … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, Connecticut, Fashion, humanity, humor, modeling, New York City, parents, shopping, women, words
Tagged Coco Chanel, Going out with style, Self-care, women of a certain age, Women's Wear
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Getting the Most Out Of Your Vacation…From the Waist Down
It’s that time of year again, when those naughty Europeans prowl in the Park, trying their darndest to get laid before going home. How do I know they’re not locals? Because they look at you as if you’re an exotic … Continue reading
Dr. Ed MD
Whenever I have a medical question, I call my friend Ed. “Ed, I have this sudden rash on my arms and neck…what do you think it could be!” “What were you eating, dare I ask?” “Well, I dunno. Nothing out … Continue reading
Posted in comedy, food, friendship, Health, humanity, humor, New York City, words
Tagged health concerns, men of a certain age, too much shellfish, women of a certain age
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The Colonoscopy Chronicles
Self-care can be a real pain in the ass, no pun intended. I’ve been due for a colonoscopy, since the last one I had was 12 years ago, and being health conscious decided, let’s get it, or me rather, off … Continue reading
Posted in food, Health, humanity, humor, New York City, words
Tagged Colonoscopies, keeping your sense of humor, preventative medicine, women of a certain age
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Adding Ginger
It was the day after the alleged Nor’easter that had everybody scared to death. Turned out to be, just a normal snow mixed with rainstorm, at least in New York City, the Goliath of the Tri-State area. You have to … Continue reading
A Day In The Life of a Thin Girl
4 a.m..sit-ups in the dark, a few leg raises…10 push-ups before peeing like an arthritic racehorse. 4:25…head under the sink, hair standing straight up like a troll doll…gargle…make bed. 4:55…out the door to Starbucks. Stop at all-night fruit stand for … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Fashion, grace, humanity, humor, modeling, money, New York City, Starbucks, travel, women
Tagged American Gothic, cancer drugs, Iggy Pop, love of animals, older models, running in Central Park, women of a certain age
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The Anonymous Bouquet
Who said romance is dead? Oh, it was me. Ever since my libido moved to Florida, there’s been none in my life…not even a healthy flirt since, you need its presence when you’re femme fataling it in any capacity. It’s … Continue reading
For She’s A Jolly Good Thingirl
When my friend Joan asked if I was excited about my birthday I said, oh yes, so much so, I’m draping black crepe along the windows like when Lincoln died. Excuse me while I start on the mirrors. It’s not … Continue reading
Posted in alcohol, Beauty, Fashion, humor, New York City, Women and men, words
Tagged aging gracefully, birthdays, single New York women, women of a certain age
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Why Holly Golightly Was Not Meant To Get Old
I have a birthday coming up we’re not celebrating. When I think there was a time I looked forward to my special day, it seems comical. As a kid, birthdays were treated like national holidays making you wonder why banks … Continue reading
Posted in Connecticut, Faith, Fashion, Gratitude, humanity, humor, Love, money, Women and men
Tagged aging gracefully, Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's, print modeling, women of a certain age
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