Dear Readers,
This information is in response to the queries concerning the reference to Gertie's tattoo.
Yes, Gertie does have a tat. When asked about it, she stated, "It is a small, very tasteful, red rose, and from now on only the undertaker will ever see it."
She got the tattoo many years ago on her fiftieth birthday as a reminder to herself that one is only as old as they allow themselves to feel. So far, she has not regretted making that decision, and when she gets a mirror, contorts her body, and admires the rose, she remembers her young spirit. I have interviewed countless women over the age of eighty who have confirmed Gertie's statement, "no matter what the actual age in years, in our head we are always eighteen."
Gertie reminds us that we all possess a young spirit that needs to be nourished and protected. So, let's make this the week that we do something to keep that spirit active. It is not being self-indulgent, it is an investment in your life.
Maybe a tat isn't your thing. How about: getting your hair colored, or even a wig, maybe nails painted bright red or maybe white tipped French nails, a pedicure, a massage, fancy chandelier earrings or a pair of sandals that even your granddaughter would love.
Make this the week that you do something for yourself. Whatever it is, do SOMETHING to celebrate the fact that you are alive and happy to be on this side of the grass! Love your life and give flight to your young spirit. Call a few friends and have some fun. Keep that spirit alive by enjoying each day, and you will never be an "old" woman.
M
