She’ll always be the only red rose amongst a sea of white ones. She was born to be different. Extra spicy, passionate, one who walks with purpose in her soul and warmth in her heart.

Bette Midler: The Rose

This post is long overdue. Life got busy.

The following is a conversation I had with a gentleman on Christmas Eve. Yes, I received permission to print. I can’t recall where I was, but I was probably out shopping somewhere. LOL. Thank you again, Oded.

December 24, 2024

Oded Fahid: Hmm, I wonder if I can get a FedEx to change my request list from Santa….
Oded Fahid: What a present, Cougar. BRAVA!!!!!
Oded Fahid: First outfit I’ve seen this season that rivals the trend to make Xmas dress a large ribbon. 😉
Cougar: smiles
Oded Fahid: Quite stunning. 🙂
Cougar: Thank you. The compliment is appreciated.
Oded Fahid: So is your Flickr… That War Paint one is…
Oded Fahid: /me shakes his head to clear it.
Oded Fahid: Happy Holidays, gorgeous!
Cougar: /me Smiles Brightly. Thank you. That is a favorite of mine as well.
Cougar: Merry Christmas! A very Happy New Year to you!
Oded Fahid: Mm, even your sexy pics are artful, and…Suspended in Time did have me lick my lips subconsciously. Then I laughed, realizing I HAD.
Cougar: Then I did my job 🙂

All the lovely details:

Queenz: Anemoia Bodysuit and Gloves

Every portrait that is painted with feeling is a portrait of the artist, not of the sitter. Oscar Wilde

Of course, I would have a song for this 🙂 David Allan Cole: Mona Lisa Lost Her Smile

I was making the rounds of the weekend sales, stopping in at Ricielli to pick up a DEMO, when I received a private message from Max. He had snapped some photos of me, and I thought they were done well. I asked if I could post them on my social media, and he agreed. If anyone is interested in having some photos done, please contact ‘maxbalestras’. Thank you again Max.

And a twofer. Nat King Cole: Mona Lisa