Thursday, February 3, 2011

Buttons and Bowler Hats


I am an old person, trapped in a young woman's body.

To start: 

I swoon over tea cups, prefer black & white films, TV shows & photographs, own too many silk scarves, love the crackle of records, embroidery & the taste of honey...
I love over-sized sweaters, caramel pecan rolls, cold coffee, cowboys, plaid, amber beer & the smell of spices & books...

But as much as I enjoy the hobbies and interests of the 65+ crowd - I'm not nearly as cool as they. I need these books. Need them. I want to know how to grow a window herb garden, write a love letter, make dandelion wine & use baking soda to clean. & how to grill a steak, throw a curve ball, play harmonica & tie a bow tie.

& really, I don't know how to sew a button.

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