retro Suzie
June 17, 2009 | Just thinking out loud,Nurturing Family
I’ve been trying to lose weight for six months. Not be a skinny, skinny girl but a healthy old lady one day.
The broken collarbone and messed up shoulder slowed me down — way down. And now I’m back on track. I’m taking it slow, working out every morning and making baby steps of progress.
Leslie and Melissa, my daughters
But my girls have been fussing at me. Not about my work outs or my progress. They are great cheerleaders, but about my wardrobe.
Show your arms, mom!
You mean hoppy and bob? Are you serious? These arms don’t get to come out and play, kiddos.
Stop wearing jackets, mom. You’re wearing layers and it’s summer. Aren’t you hot?
While I’m thankful for my fashion gurus, I’m not always comfortable with my flaws.
But what am I teaching my girls about growing older gracefully? And who cares if my arms aren’t as toned as Michelle Obama’s. I’m working hard at being fit, and that’s all that matters.
So, I bought a dress for the wedding (the one where I wore my dancing shoes). It was retro. Fun! Large blocks of colors. It was sleeveless, something I was thankful for on the dance floor and in the Oklahoma sunshine earlier in the day. I poofed my hair in a miniature beehive, threw on the black strappy heels, and let hoppy and bob enjoy the dancing in the cool air.
It was retro Suzie. Not just the dress. But before having babies, or turning 40….almost 50.
(This is a pic of me with my son, Ryan. Isn’t he tall and handsome?)
Every once in a while I need to publicly let my girls know that they aren’t just fashion gurus, but wise women in the making.
Thanks, girls. I love you like crazy. You too, Ry.
Mom
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Suzie I LOVE the poof you got goin on!
and Your dress and arms look great!!! I love you!!
June 18th, 2009 at 10:39 am