I’ve learned to show grace towards all the different types of people in the world as I’ve aged. I not only accept them ( and myself) but enjoy the colourful “quilt” they create ( and myself too lol) 🥰
I’ve told my 76 year old sister and she thanked me. I really enjoy everything you talk about. I look forward to seeing what you say everyday. I always have my coffee with me as I listen. You look lovely in this video. Thank you for being here for us. ❣️
Oh, Margaret I wish you and I could sit and have a cup of tea and talk. I am 81 and have to learn to just accept my life as it is with peace and calm.and be grateful for all that I have. Thank you for you.
I am finally living my authentic life, even with severe RA and nearly 75. I'm a writer and also run an active rental unit. I've lived alone for 20 yrs by choice and feel grateful for every breath and movement. Recently I learned to free myself of the shoulds of motherhood that were weighing me down. It's ME time! Thanks, Margaret for helping me be a happier me and learning to make all my days count! We all count.
I am learning how to choose people who fit into my life, letting go of individuals whose values and goals are not complimentary. I am learning to take better care of my emtotional needs. Thank you Margaret.
For awhile, I was just filling time, waiting for the end, especially with the pandemic raging. However, I am working hard once again to, as you say, live authentically and to take into account my needs. I have a long history of personal development and lead many workshops on relationship skills, but as I aged! I let it all go. As someone said to me recently, if you're still alive, you're still developing. I really liked this topic. Thank you.
My sister is taking care of her husband (4th stage cancer) and handicapped grown daughter. She is a working nurse as well. I am proud of her (inside) beauty and strength. Being Christian helps; having a sense of humor and supportive friends help. Also, her dog and cat. She’s got all that going, and a phone call away. God bless all of you. Happy trails.
Thank you for your channel. It means so much to know there are other women out there redefining their lives and being the best they can be at this particular season of our lives.
I soooooo love this article! It validated my goal of living an independent and purposeful life. I think I am a little close to being a woman in her 60"s trying to be elegant and graceful as I hurdle the challenges of life by myself. Please continue to give us more validating and relevant articles! I love you, Margaret!
I’m more graceful now than when I was younger, I’m 72 on the 27th of September, I feel more wiser, calmer and able to deal with situations than I did, because I meditate also read plenty of supporting quotes from books etc: I lost my husband to PSP last June I was is carer for a long time, I look at this period as moulding me as a person and I’m now moving on with grace and gratefulness for today. Everyday I live for the moment and look forward to our discussions. Thanking you again Margaret. love Deanne x
I’m definitely more relaxed and graceful in the way you describe as I am getting older. However every now and then I lose it and when I do I feel terrible and it takes me a long time to get over it. I much prefer to be a peaceful person and to keep my words under control. Thanks Margaret that was a really good message.
I am a prayer warrior for my children and grandchildren. I feel that is very important in the times we live. I also enjoy crocheting. Very relaxing. God bless.
I am appreciating every day more and more as I get older finding pleasure in the smallest things, older in body , wiser in knowledge,and younger In heart! I guess I gracefully going through my life more content than in my youth 💕🙏🏻👌🏻👋🏻
I bought a book many years ago called "Living A Beautiful Life" by Alexandra Stoddard. One of my favorite books about living elegantly without spending lots of money. As you pointed out in a video, simple but good quality chocolate and food. Setting a table and eating with a candle and good cutlery and dishes, etc.
Hi Margaret enjoyed your “conversational “ vid. To live with more grace I am learning to respond instead of Reacting like a bulldozer. Unlike Responding, Reacting to a situation does not involve taking a pause to think before you reply with compassion; this has landed me in hot water many times before. Another thing I am trying to do is to listen twice as much as I speak. After all, my Creator gave me two ears and only one mouth! Lol!
I am quieter, since I have been retired the last several years..I am 69..,I embordery..read..slow jog and walk, so I try to show my grand and great grandchildren that I encourage manners, enjoy colorful clothes, since I have granddaughters, jewelery, shoes, colorful scarves. I Enjoy your videos!!
Elegance and grace is certainly my forte! So true we get back to ourselves. Not to be someone else's idea of what they want us to be or not to be.. I like a peaceful and calm life. Really for me its the only life I want and have.. Drama is just not me..I avoid drama at all cost.. I love crafts and taking care of my home and at the same time I like to go do and spend times with friends and family also. Detoxing well said Margaret! Enjoyed and have a good one! Blessings
I just love your realistic way of explaining and looking at things the same way I do...it is amazing really and I thank you for everything helpful you offer!...loved your detox advise...this is something I have struggled with my entire adult life and now I feel free from everything damaging to me in this time of my life. Freedom is 65, living alone, healthy of mind and body!...x
Great discussion, To answer your question. I'm diffendly living in grace and and I'm a Worrier of past failurs. I ,I've in grattatude and joy. And I hope we all find our peace and joy. Remember don't wait for the storm to pass, learn to dance in the rain. 😀
Patience is more important than we might think. Another is acceptance for differences in others. Broad-mindedness, also. Another couple of areas that I am working on are kindness, and generosity towards others, and trying to find ways to encourage others and to be helpful to others in little ways.
Good morning Margaret, l love this topic, Elegance and Grace, l always believe that every woman's desire is to be that elegant lady, but because of life's circumstances we are forced to be the tomboy, l am now retired after a life time of hard work and raising kids, gosh how wonderful it is to have a tea party...and dressed up, bring out the china..and enjoy your latter days,l am having a wonderful time and so can you, life is what you make it, have fun girls.
We have a group at church call home league ladies. ( Salv army) Most are older than me. All these ladies are different and nice cool People. some sew, bake, watch boxing, read just all around with hobbies.
I struggle to find who I am as I age. I wish to be a more kind, thoughtful and forgiving woman. That will bring peace to me, thus giving me that glow of " all is well". Best to all. Deborah
Elegance and grace are the definitive words I would like to be remembered by. Alas. I am the primary caregiver for my husband (81yrs) with dementia. It has been a very long uphill. My attempts at elegance and grace are feeling more and more like a show or mask I put on, and not really that which I am.
Clara E Douwes Dekker So sorry, hugs for you. After a very long time, my husband died with Alzheimers. I was an exhausted caregiver. After four years, I am regaining my own health and interests.
Gosh! How very kind of you to reply! How very kind and gracious. I am regretful for what you went thru, but so grateful for what you obviously gained, and are sharing with us in such a warm and caring way. Bless you, and thank you. All the way from South Africa.
Clara, Blessings to you dear, You are a very strong lady I worked with Alzhimer patients and I know it is so challenging. Take time for Clara it is so easy to loose ones self in your hard times. Underneath it all the Graceful, Ellegant beauty we find Clara, the true Clara. I live in North Carolina U.S.A. my love I send to you and Heavenly Blessings!! XOXOXO
i'm learning that you're never too old to learn, so i'm going back to finish my graduate work that i started years ago. my only child is beautiful and grown so now it's time for me.
I'm edging toward minimalism , rent has gone up and made me re value the basic needs in life. Thankyou for you channel. Its great to see peoples replies.
Grace is a very vast concept. It is difficult to define with just a few words. To me it means extending our hearts. To maybe look at things from the perspective of others when dealing with difficult situations. It means being kind to others and yourself. This is a big order and grace sometimes requires a choice to accept our own and others faults and failings even though it can be frustrating at times. It is something that requires constant working at. Margaret's comment of staying calm and composed is sound advice. Really enjoy your videos Margaret.
Hi Margaret, wonderful video. I have always tried to carry grace with me. Elegence has always been a part of my life. I am a very open minded person to everyone and their ways and I think that isvsomething that we need in our life. I always look for the good in everyone. Margaret you are very graceful and elegant. I am so thankful for finding sixty and me and for you the very Special Lady that started it. I love you and have a wonderful day!! XOXOXO
Thank you dear Mme Margaret.Amazing, just yesterday I received a compliment of how gracefull and beautiful I am ! Wow .. you surely lift my spirits.. Thank You Kindly.
this comment hits home with me ferozia...I as well, was told yesterday,I am a beautiful, tall, strong, woman! I am 65!...It flabbergasted me and made me walk tall for the rest of the day!...x
Margaret, another winner! :) Thanks so much------And Pema Chodren is a fav of mine----has taught me so much! You are truly an elegant and gracious person--- :)
thank you for your videos I'm glad I found you I found an inner peace I have a great husband which helps. I go outside and look at nature that gives me peace when I'm having a hard time I have MS and I'm 58 but I have a good friends and I love nature and I don't mind being by myself and it all helps. I love your videos and I really enjoyed "big magic" the book you recommended.💜 from Santa Barbara California
Okay, Margaret, must say this is my favorite outfit with the complimentary necklace. I find I don't wear many necklaces because I can't seem to find the tops with the scoop necklines, like yours.
I loved what you had to say especially about not saying things that in past experience have brought negative situations. I really want to experience nature more by myself or with my dog away from my partner for alone time. I’m drawn to the beach and outdoors, parks, wooded areas. I live in California. I live in a culturally diverse town that has a beautiful downtown area full of art. How can you go out by yourself and feel safe. Even when walking my dog ( I use a power wheel chair. I can walk but not far) I carry pepper spray as we have been approached by dogs not on a leash and my Dachshund is small. We have been in very scary situations. I haven’t had to use the pepper spray and hope I never do. I fear for my dog but fear for myself as well. There is a large homeless community in California and many have mental health issues ( not all) and crime in California , well everywhere for that matter is pretty bad. If you have another video on this maybe you can direct me. Thank you. 🌸
Thank you for touching on a subject that we do not think of very often... and, is something we can work on. In a time of crisis it would do us all well to take a moment to think before reacting... I am new to your sessions and fine them very uplifting. Janet
Challenging to be peaceful, graceful and live the life one dreams of when surrounded by negativity brought on by the ones we love the most. How can that be managed?❤
I live much more guarded after sixty. Have more knowledge of the diverse nature of people. My experience is people seem to be so unpredictable. Think they are one thing and they are right the opposite.
Lovely video with great advice. Many times I’m not familiar with a blogger or author you reference and I can’t quite catch their name. Would it be possible to include those names or references in your written section for each video? Much appreciated.
we always link to the specific article i refer to in the comments section below the video - just click "more" and you will be able to find the blogger!
I look like a fat old maid and have since I have been 55 years old. Now I am 69 and weigh 236 lbs and stand 5’3” . I feel horrible and tired of being ugly. I am serious and not fun anymore. I am into politics to much! And need to enjoy nature, people I love and enjoying life around me. U make me realize I am not balanced but chase people away by my harshness and to dogmatic about my believes. I will work on this and update it.
Beverly Fowler NEVER use negative words to describe yourself, you are self actulizing; making yourself actually be (blank!) , not good. Start in your own head, you will be more attractive when you accept yourself. You Are very special, but you need to know & feel it, in your mind & heart. I had a very good friend, a teacher, who was your size, but, she was so "pulled", together in her appearance. Her clothing was selected with the same care as if she was a size 6. Beutiful blouses, blazers; one navy & one red. Skirts with good details. I love jewellery & l bought her many brooches, cameos, They enhance the overall look, but, time & again, the jewelry served her to meet people as they would ask her questions & so on. You would see a very confident person, well tailored, with a cheerful smile( genuine) on her face. She took good care of her hair, went to salons to have it cut & colored. She was pale complectioned, she wore pink blush on the apples of her cheeks, pink lipstick and a little eye mascara, nothing over done. Work on your self opinion, if you dislike yourself, you can't expect others to like you and be drawn to you. If you need help in selecting flattering clothes, just ask for help. Same with your make-up, the department store sales ladies will show you how! One last thing, once l saw an invitation at her parent's house for a black tie event. Are we going l asked. No. But why, l said. There aren't formal dresses in my size! I said, don't worry, I'll design one for you. And l did, pink silk taffeta, Empire style (This covered her little stomach), puff sleeves, and an oversized bow in back, Oscar de La Renta inspired. And we went and had a great time. She had many young women come up to her to ask where she bought her beautiful gown, and l would smile and say, l designed it for her, and we had it custom made. Where there is a will, there Is a way! Good luck, Tom
I’ve learned to show grace towards all the different types of people in the world as I’ve aged. I not only accept them ( and myself) but enjoy the colourful “quilt” they create ( and myself too lol) 🥰
I’ve told my 76 year old sister and she thanked me. I really enjoy everything you talk about. I look forward to seeing what you say everyday. I always have my coffee with me as I listen. You look lovely in this video. Thank you for being here for us. ❣️
Oh, Margaret I wish you and I could sit and have a cup of tea and talk. I am 81 and have to learn to just accept my life as it is with peace and calm.and be grateful for all that I have. Thank you for you.
I am finally living my authentic life, even with severe RA and nearly 75. I'm a writer and also run an active rental unit. I've lived alone for 20 yrs by choice and feel grateful for every breath and movement. Recently I learned to free myself of the shoulds of motherhood that were weighing me down. It's ME time! Thanks, Margaret for helping me be a happier me and learning to make all my days count! We all count.
I am learning how to choose people who fit into my life, letting go of individuals whose values and goals are not complimentary. I am learning to take better care of my emtotional needs. Thank you Margaret.
For awhile, I was just filling time, waiting for the end, especially with the pandemic raging. However, I am working hard once again to, as you say, live authentically and to take into account my needs. I have a long history of personal development and lead many workshops on relationship skills, but as I aged! I let it all go. As someone said to me recently, if you're still alive, you're still developing. I really liked this topic. Thank you.
My sister is taking care of her husband (4th stage cancer) and handicapped grown daughter. She is a working nurse as well. I am proud of her (inside) beauty and strength. Being Christian helps; having a sense of humor and supportive friends help. Also, her dog and cat. She’s got all that going, and a phone call away. God bless all of you. Happy trails.
Please give my love to your sisters Linda. I am glad you are there for her. Warm wishes, Margaret
Thank you for your channel. It means so much to know there are other women out there redefining their lives and being the best they can be at this particular season of our lives.
I soooooo love this article! It validated my goal of living an independent and purposeful life. I think I am a little close to being a woman in her 60"s trying to be elegant and graceful as I hurdle the challenges of life by myself. Please continue to give us more validating and relevant articles! I love you, Margaret!
I’m more graceful now than when I was younger, I’m 72 on the 27th of September, I feel more wiser, calmer and able to deal with situations than I did, because I meditate also read plenty of supporting quotes from books etc: I lost my husband to PSP last June I was is carer for a long time, I look at this period as moulding me as a person and I’m now moving on with grace and gratefulness for today. Everyday I live for the moment and look forward to our discussions. Thanking you again Margaret. love Deanne x
I’m definitely more relaxed and graceful in the way you describe as I am getting older. However every now and then I lose it and when I do I feel terrible and it takes me a long time to get over it. I much prefer to be a peaceful person and to keep my words under control. Thanks Margaret that was a really good message.
I am a prayer warrior for my children and grandchildren. I feel that is very important in the times we live. I also enjoy crocheting. Very relaxing. God bless.
It’s nice to be part of this community!
I am appreciating every day more and more as I get older finding pleasure in the smallest things, older in body , wiser in knowledge,and younger In heart! I guess I gracefully going through my life more content than in my youth 💕🙏🏻👌🏻👋🏻
Love your comments Sandra - thank you!
I bought a book many years ago called "Living A Beautiful Life" by Alexandra Stoddard. One of my favorite books about living elegantly without spending lots of money. As you pointed out in a video, simple but good quality chocolate and food. Setting a table and eating with a candle and good cutlery and dishes, etc.
Thanks for sharing!!
Hi Margaret enjoyed your “conversational “ vid. To live with more grace I am learning to respond instead of Reacting like a bulldozer. Unlike Responding, Reacting to a situation does not involve taking a pause to think before you reply with compassion; this has landed me in hot water many times before. Another thing I am trying to do is to listen twice as much as I speak. After all, my Creator gave me two ears and only one mouth! Lol!
Thank you Margaret
Sixty and me taught me a lot about how to tackle aging being 65 years old now, thanks so much for your advises
I am quieter, since I have been retired the last several years..I am 69..,I embordery..read..slow jog and walk, so I try to show my grand and great grandchildren that I encourage manners, enjoy colorful clothes, since I have granddaughters, jewelery, shoes, colorful scarves. I Enjoy your videos!!
Elegance and grace is certainly my forte! So true we get back to ourselves. Not to be someone else's idea of what they want us to be or not to be.. I like a peaceful and calm life. Really for me its the only life I want and have.. Drama is just not me..I avoid drama at all cost.. I love crafts and taking care of my home and at the same time I like to go do and spend times with friends and family also. Detoxing well said Margaret! Enjoyed and have a good one! Blessings
I just love your realistic way of explaining and looking at things the same way I do...it is amazing really and I thank you for everything helpful you offer!...loved your detox advise...this is something I have struggled with my entire adult life and now I feel free from everything damaging to me in this time of my life. Freedom is 65, living alone, healthy of mind and body!...x
Great discussion, To answer your question. I'm diffendly living in grace and and I'm a Worrier of past failurs. I ,I've in grattatude and joy. And I hope we all find our peace and joy. Remember don't wait for the storm to pass, learn to dance in the rain. 😀
Patience is more important than we might think. Another is acceptance for differences in others. Broad-mindedness, also.
Another couple of areas that I am working on are kindness, and generosity towards others, and trying to find ways to encourage others and to be helpful to others in little ways.
Good morning Margaret, l love this topic, Elegance and Grace, l always believe that every woman's desire is to be that elegant lady, but because of life's circumstances we are forced to be the tomboy, l am now retired after a life time of hard work and raising kids, gosh how wonderful it is to have a tea party...and dressed up, bring out the china..and enjoy your latter days,l am having a wonderful time and so can you, life is what you make it, have fun girls.
We have a group at church call home league ladies. ( Salv army) Most are older than me. All these ladies are different and nice cool People. some sew, bake, watch boxing, read just all around with hobbies.
I struggle to find who I am as I age. I wish to be a more kind, thoughtful and forgiving woman. That will bring peace to me, thus giving me that glow of " all is well". Best to all. Deborah
Elegance and grace are the definitive words I would like to be remembered by. Alas. I am the primary caregiver for my husband (81yrs) with dementia. It has been a very long uphill. My attempts at elegance and grace are feeling more and more like a show or mask I put on, and not really that which I am.
Clara E Douwes Dekker So sorry, hugs for you. After a very long time, my husband died with Alzheimers. I was an exhausted caregiver. After four years, I am regaining my own health and interests.
Clara E Douwes D
Gosh! How very kind of you to reply! How very kind and gracious. I am regretful for what you went thru, but so grateful for what you obviously gained, and are sharing with us in such a warm and caring way. Bless you, and thank you. All the way from South Africa.
My heart and prayers go out to you!
Clara, Blessings to you dear, You are a very strong lady I worked with Alzhimer patients and I know it is so challenging. Take time for Clara it is so easy to loose ones self in your hard times. Underneath it all the Graceful, Ellegant beauty we find Clara, the true Clara.
I live in North Carolina U.S.A. my love I send to you and Heavenly Blessings!! XOXOXO
i'm learning that you're never too old to learn, so i'm going back to finish my graduate work that i started years ago. my only child is beautiful and grown so now it's time for me.
I'm edging toward minimalism , rent has gone up and made me re value the basic needs in life. Thankyou for you channel. Its great to see peoples replies.
Grace is a very vast concept. It is difficult to define with just a few words. To me it means extending our hearts. To maybe look at things from the perspective of others when dealing with difficult situations. It means being kind to others and yourself. This is a big order and grace sometimes requires a choice to accept our own and others faults and failings even though it can be frustrating at times. It is something that requires constant working at. Margaret's comment of staying calm and composed is sound advice.
Really enjoy your videos Margaret.
Thank you very much Bron!
Hi Margaret, wonderful video. I have always tried to carry grace with me. Elegence has always been a part of my life. I am a very open minded person to everyone and their ways and I think that isvsomething that we need in our life. I always look for the good in everyone. Margaret you are very graceful and elegant. I am so thankful for finding sixty and me and for you the very Special Lady that started it. I love you and have a wonderful day!! XOXOXO
Shirley Singer better off
This is a great video...good timing for me as i just retired and trying to figure out a new life now.
Thank you dear Mme Margaret.Amazing, just yesterday I received a compliment of how gracefull and beautiful I am ! Wow .. you surely lift my spirits.. Thank You Kindly.
this comment hits home with me ferozia...I as well, was told yesterday,I am a beautiful, tall, strong, woman! I am 65!...It flabbergasted me and made me walk tall for the rest of the day!...x
A wonderful thought provoking video Margaret :-)
Thank you Margaret manning, for all your videos, I enjoy them all!....
Another soul touching video, thanks.
Margaret, another winner! :)
Thanks so much------And Pema Chodren is a fav of mine----has taught me so much!
You are truly an elegant and gracious person--- :)
Thank you so much Margaret for a very practical, helpful and even healing video. Blessings:-)
Thought provoking topic. Thanks for the encouragement.
God Bless you again!
Elegance and grace. Such aspirations. I love the authenticity element. It really shows through in videos:) Thanks for another excellent video.
Wild women sisterhood
thank you for your videos I'm glad I found you I found an inner peace I have a great husband which helps. I go outside and look at nature that gives me peace when I'm having a hard time I have MS and I'm 58 but I have a good friends and I love nature and I don't mind being by myself and it all helps. I love your videos and I really enjoyed "big magic" the book you recommended.💜 from Santa Barbara California
Love this topic 💖
Thanks Margaret good video jamaica
I like a doctor with a cents of humor.
I loved this video .
Okay, Margaret, must say this is my favorite outfit with the complimentary necklace. I find I don't wear many necklaces because I can't seem to find the tops with the scoop necklines, like yours.
You cannot have been sweeter in your twenties 🥰🌹🙌
You look great in black!
I loved what you had to say especially about not saying things that in past experience have brought negative situations. I really want to experience nature more by myself or with my dog away from my partner for alone time. I’m drawn to the beach and outdoors, parks, wooded areas. I live in California. I live in a culturally diverse town that has a beautiful downtown area full of art. How can you go out by yourself and feel safe. Even when walking my dog ( I use a power wheel chair. I can walk but not far) I carry pepper spray as we have been approached by dogs not on a leash and my Dachshund is small. We have been in very scary situations. I haven’t had to use the pepper spray and hope I never do. I fear for my dog but fear for myself as well. There is a large homeless community in California and many have mental health issues ( not all) and crime in California , well everywhere for that matter is pretty bad. If you have another video on this maybe you can direct me. Thank you. 🌸
I love your videos!
Thank you for touching on a subject that we do not think of very often... and, is something we can work on. In a time of crisis it would do us all well to take a moment to think before reacting... I am new to your sessions and fine them very uplifting. Janet
Amen.
Challenging to be peaceful, graceful and live the life one dreams of when surrounded by negativity brought on by the ones we love the most. How can that be managed?❤
Living with more freedom of choice.
I live much more guarded after sixty. Have more knowledge of the diverse nature of people. My experience is people seem to be so unpredictable. Think they are one thing and they are right the opposite.
Lovely video with great advice. Many times I’m not familiar with a blogger or author you reference and I can’t quite catch their name. Would it be possible to include those names or references in your written section for each video? Much appreciated.
we always link to the specific article i refer to in the comments section below the video - just click "more" and you will be able to find the blogger!
Your very caring I'm a woman who loves what I've become as I've aged more lovelier and caring.
I am a worrying warrior.
same as me :-)
Could you recommend bloggers who talk about estrangement?
Hi Rejeanor - suggest you take a look at some articles by Christine Field sixtyandme.com/author/christine-field/ - good luck!
I look like a fat old maid and have since I have been 55 years old. Now I am 69 and weigh 236 lbs and stand 5’3” . I feel horrible and tired of being ugly. I am serious and not fun anymore. I am into politics to much! And need to enjoy nature, people I love and enjoying life around me. U make me realize I am not balanced but chase people away by my harshness and to dogmatic about my believes. I will work on this and update it.
Beverly Fowler
NEVER use negative words to describe yourself, you are self actulizing; making yourself actually be (blank!) , not good.
Start in your own head, you will be more attractive when you accept yourself. You Are very special, but you need to know & feel it, in your mind & heart.
I had a very good friend, a teacher, who was your size, but, she was so "pulled", together in her appearance. Her clothing was selected with the same care as if she was a size 6. Beutiful blouses, blazers; one navy & one red. Skirts with good details. I love jewellery & l bought her many brooches, cameos,
They enhance the overall look, but, time & again, the jewelry served her to meet people as they would ask her questions & so on.
You would see a very confident person, well tailored, with a cheerful smile( genuine) on her face. She took good care of her hair, went to salons to have it cut & colored. She was pale complectioned, she wore pink blush on the apples of her cheeks, pink lipstick and a little eye mascara, nothing over done.
Work on your self opinion, if you dislike yourself, you can't expect others to like you and be drawn to you.
If you need help in selecting flattering clothes, just ask for help. Same with your make-up, the department store sales ladies will show you how!
One last thing, once l saw an invitation at her parent's house for a black tie event. Are we going l asked. No. But why, l said. There aren't formal dresses in my size! I said, don't worry, I'll design one for you.
And l did, pink silk taffeta, Empire style
(This covered her little stomach), puff sleeves, and an oversized bow in back, Oscar de La Renta inspired. And we went and had a great time.
She had many young women come up to her to ask where she bought her beautiful gown, and l would smile and say, l designed it for her, and we had it custom made.
Where there is a will, there Is a way!
Good luck, Tom
You cannot have been sweeter in your twenties