I have, along with thousands of other kids who attended Catholic Schools. For twelve years, I wore them. It made us all equal. No one dressed like they were wealthy, we were all the same.
One thing is for sure. No one looked provocative either. If you’ve been past a middle school or high school, you would know how revealing most kids dress now.
It’s really a blessing to not have to decide what to wear every day. In the working world, at least I could change colors and styles of suits and blouses. It also was a uniform of sorts.
And now, as a retired woman who is an author, I am now focused on pure comfort. No more heels and pantyhose, suits and blouses. It appears I love color and pattern.
I’m proud of the fact my tailoring skills are such I could construct my suits and tops myself. Sewing was much less expensive. It was such a sense of accomplishment.
I would like to figure out how to adjust patterns for this lumpy, old lady body. I’ve had a few things I’ve sewn in the past five years which haven’t turned out too well.
A reason is because my scoliosis has caused a big curve in my spine and I need to adjust my patterns to allow for that. It’s probably time for new skills and more study. Always something to learn and create!
We all go through changes in life, and our bodies may not be what we want. We have definite differences from 20 year olds, yet most of us wouldn’t trade where we are in life for a young face again.
We’ve earned our place on this earth and can relish all the bonuses we’ve been awarded just by living in our older bodies. Grateful, indeed.
Have a Wonderful Wednesday and stay safe in the bad weather and heat. Between hail and rain, flooding, and storms, our homes and property have taken a beating. See you tomorrow.
Kathy Raabe 