Hi Shirley:
That picture was taken last year and I'll hit the big 60 on November 4th.

I have been making some major changes in my appearance because none of my clothes fit me and I had to buy some skirts and blouses and handbags. I went from being a frumpy overweight person to the person in my photo.

I thought I looked good and I thought Alan liked the way I looked when I would meet up with him at Dunkin Donuts. Boy I couldn't have been more wrong.

I asked him tonight, "do you notice the changes I am making, how does that make you feel??" I just wanted his opinion. Well, it seems he thinks I'm being ridiculous. He says it's vanity. Women shouldn't be vain. It's a sin.

Isn't that nice?? After all the stuff I have done for him, gone to doctors, taken care of his feet, day after day, he says such a thing to me.

Well, as of my typing this post, I am not talking to him. He is absolutely clueless. What a shame.

I do appreciate your taking the time to give me some nice words. It's nice that somone does. Not happening in this house.

Melody