Chris in VA Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Every year we get invited b/c dh is the Unofficial Chaplain of Mt. Vernon. :D Every year, I lament my lack of a dress/feel gross about dressing up. Last year, y'all were so kind and helpful, and I had a wonderful time. This is the first year I really don't care--I'm going to wear the same dress as I usually do, do my hair, slap on a "face," and be happy about 1. Spending time with dh, and 2. Spending time with my dear friend, Anne, who is 84 and a tremendous blessing. Life's too short, kwim? Have you changed your attitude about anything that you used to dread/complain about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margo out of lurking Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 *I* think it sounds like a lot of fun! But I'm the kind of person who would eagerly anticipate it for months, and then dread it immediately beforehand. Can you post any pictures? (Sorry to not answer your question. I'm great at denial, so I just pretend I've always loved everything, haha.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annlaura Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Oh, I think I'm jealous! Enjoy yourself, your DH, & your friend. I know my attitude about many things changed after having babies. Many previously important things suddenly became trivial. But I know I'd get nervous about dressing for this type of event too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarcyB Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 What an awesome experience that sounds like!!! I understand the dress issue, but I hope you've had a wonderful time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Wow, that sounds like fun! I used to worry about what other people would think of how I looked, but now I only care about how I feel about how I look (and maybe dh!) and that I am comfortable. One of the advantages of being older. Have fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Wow, that sounds like fun! I used to worry about what other people would think of how I looked, but now I only care about how I feel about how I look (and maybe dh!) and that I am comfortable. One of the advantages of being older. Have fun!! :iagree:THIS is my attitude now -- I began thinking this way at some point the past few months. It IS very free-ing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 How exciting for you! Dd11 is a huge George Washington fan-she wants to have her wedding at Mt. Vernon one day! :) Great attitude adjustment-keep it up, and have FUN! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Hope it was a wonderful time!!! I have decided to let my hair go grey. The greys no longer take color and my natural color is fading. I talked to dh and he encouraged me to act my age, or at least my hair. I was inspired by Doran and Julie who have beautiful grey curly/wavy hair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 I saw the title of your post and thought, "what is she going to wear?" :lol: I'm delighted that it's not causing you grief this year! Have a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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