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I’m about to share a little secret with some of you… a secret that only my dearest friends know:
I’m kind of excited to be a stylish older lady.
(photo via advancedstyle, one of my new favorite blogs)
{Luckily, I’ve had two fantastic grandmothers to lead by example}
But seriously. And my excitement was just confirmed today after reading this article.
Don’t get me wrong–I love being in my youth. I fully intend on enjoying each and every moment that comes with the freedom of being young. And I really can’t wait to see what happens to me. I really love feeling like {life is just perfect right now}, and there’s no rush–I’m doing everything I’m supposed to be doing–I don’t need to have a plan. Because I can really do whatever I want to do. It’s pretty amazing.
But there’s a certain grace with growing older that I’m excited for. And along with the wisdom, comes a sense of indulgence too.
That NYT article was inspiring to me in a weird way. I’m a bit of a health nut, but I love the idea of not giving up on life’s luxuries just because you’re “supposed” to. There’s a kind of “why not?” attitude to the people interviewed that I love.
Also. I can’t wait to wear some truly fabulous clothes. I’m thinking a mix of…
1. Grey Gardens
2. The Golden Girls
3. and this…
(portraits from the ever so talented advancedstyle)
Not to mention, I fully intend on having at least 5 cats. I’m crossing my fingers my grandchildren will refer to me as the funky, cat-obsessed grandma with awesome jewelry, who has a constant kettle of tea on the stove, cooks the best pasta recipes, and has the best collection of books + magazines ever.
memur kitty you must really check out my aunt’s new design company. i worked for them when i first moved to nyc and she’s a super genius when it comes to stuff like this. stylish older lady will be easily had because of what she is doing now. bam: http://www.omhu.com
xxxfurever
wow. i am OBSESSED. your aunt is a genius! it’s not weird if i buy a magnifying necklace now, is it? my vision is terrible and i already have a hot water bottle cover (honestly, not remotely joking about either of this things)
miss you lady! xo
thank you for sharing that blog! it’s now my new favorite as well. i’m hooked!
-suzanne