Curls flounced and bounced as Tal moved to a beat only she could hear. “Huhhhhh! Look at this!” “Tomorrow is an anniversary…” Cal ran her dominant index across the squares. “… first chemo… We can do hard things.” “What a diffffff-errrrr-ents a year makes!” Thalia’s wiggles overcame her seat. She popped up to standing. “That movie we watched last night — those women — what they did! So many smiles — and such laffff-ter!”
I remember when “Calendar Girls” was released. Created a bit of buzz.
Fast forward almost 10 years and my wife had decided (well, circumstances had a lot to do with the decision) to have a double mastectomy. The second most important decision involved reconstruction vs none.
At that time, an excellent tattoo artist (former favorite of motorcycle gangs) in New Jersey had begun offering tattoos for women who had opted for no reconstruction. His artistry and mastery allowed him to produce work that astounded many. Not just his clients.
Now I see from time to time collections of images of women who had foregone reconstruction. Many participants describe the experience as “empowering.” But either decision can have its drawbacks.
Yes, this is an extreme illustration of recent discussion here about living in the present, having life goals, while still being able to respond to the curve balls that come our way. Living a life of purpose sometimes means redefining that purpose. A heightened focus. A new and different book project. Trying out new skills and loving it. And not being diverted from our chosen path. (Knowing where the North Star lives)
Some might choose to discard all reminders of unwanted detours. Others turn them into art! 🤗
Sign: “‘Diamonds are formed under pressure.’ ‘Bread dough rises when you let it rest.’ What motivates you may destroy someone else. Let each person be their own thing.” 🤔
Deb and I loved “Calendar Girls”! Although when we saw it, they had older women in the cast, so someone must have updated the trailer because these ladies are all our age or younger... 😉
Congratulations on your Anniversary, Gail! And the many more to come! 🎉
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I remember when “Calendar Girls” was released. Created a bit of buzz.
Fast forward almost 10 years and my wife had decided (well, circumstances had a lot to do with the decision) to have a double mastectomy. The second most important decision involved reconstruction vs none.
At that time, an excellent tattoo artist (former favorite of motorcycle gangs) in New Jersey had begun offering tattoos for women who had opted for no reconstruction. His artistry and mastery allowed him to produce work that astounded many. Not just his clients.
Now I see from time to time collections of images of women who had foregone reconstruction. Many participants describe the experience as “empowering.” But either decision can have its drawbacks.
Yes, this is an extreme illustration of recent discussion here about living in the present, having life goals, while still being able to respond to the curve balls that come our way. Living a life of purpose sometimes means redefining that purpose. A heightened focus. A new and different book project. Trying out new skills and loving it. And not being diverted from our chosen path. (Knowing where the North Star lives)
Some might choose to discard all reminders of unwanted detours. Others turn them into art! 🤗
“We’re going to need considerably bigger buns.” 😂🤣😂
What a great trailer 🎬 clip 🎞️ you shared!
Looks like a MUST watch film to me!
Isn’t it interesting, I mean really interesting just how much difference a day makes? And 365 of them? Whoa 🤯!
Sign: “‘Diamonds are formed under pressure.’ ‘Bread dough rises when you let it rest.’ What motivates you may destroy someone else. Let each person be their own thing.” 🤔
Deb and I loved “Calendar Girls”! Although when we saw it, they had older women in the cast, so someone must have updated the trailer because these ladies are all our age or younger... 😉
Congratulations on your Anniversary, Gail! And the many more to come! 🎉