My son has always said that blogging as I do is a bit narcissistic. And I agree. But It’s also true that photos from a distance disguise the more intimate characteristics of portraits.
I had an opportunity to have studio photos taken earlier this year, intended as gifts for my children. Showing my age, journey, and blessings. Coco
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You are all so good to me. I have to clarify, though, my son is ribbing me (joking me) when he says that 🙂
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I don’t know that I agree with your son. Sometimes you just need an outlet to express yourself – to share your creativity and your thoughts. You probably already know what your family will say – or else it’s not something they are particularly interested in. You have been a gift to me – an inspiration about sewing, about living life well, and about being honest about the fact that sometimes it isn’t easy – regardless of COVID or other outside circumstances. I love your blog – and I’m sure I’m not the only one!
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What a fabulous photo. Such a special gift.
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Coco — You are a gorgeous lady. Thank you so much for sharing. Your work inspires us all!
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I love your photos and your sharing! You are interesting and inspiring!
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I look forward to your blog. Enjoy it very much. Beautiful pictures.
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Beautiful portraits.
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You look confident, intelligent and lovely. The whole package!
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Tell your son from us, your readers, that your blog is an inspiration and a joy to many. Lots of great sewing ideas, and it’s always lovely to have someone who is willing to share of themselves so publicly. Many thanks, hope you continue for many years.
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I agree completely! I don’t think sharing your wisdom, advice, and talents is remotely narcissistic. I am grateful for all I’ve learned from your blog. And your portraits are lovely.
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You and your blog have been such a blessing to us, your readers! Thank you!
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Gorgeous Coco! Love that you show us you, all of you. No airbrushing; no rose-coloured glasses. Thank you for being a self-esteem goddess. Happy New Year, and May 2021 bring us some joy.
Mary
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Good job! Great gift!
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Beautiful. Best wishes for the new year.
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A beautiful photo is worth a thousand words. Well done you!
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You look absolutely beautiful! Wishing you a Happy New year🎊🎈💕 Lots of sewing on the upcoming year! You’re an inspiration to me to aspire and continue with this wonderful craft.💕
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Exactly! We get the face we’ve earned and why would we want anything else? My friends who have had ‘work’ done don’t look like themselves any more and it creeps me out. I wish I knew how to change the face on my replies. The photo was taken 12 years ago. Today I’m white haired and my face is a bit different. More Life Lines! Anyway, Lovely portrait!
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It is, but you look gorgeous and, as an over 60 who’s just realised that I can make better clothes than I can buy, I’m glad you blog
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Ps, from Sue. I opened a blog years ago and have never used it 😄
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🙂 well, it is fun, but the greatest gift is all the friends I’ve met all over the world, I am so grateful and my life is so full as a consequence. Yes, an endorsement!
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I think your son is missing the point. Your posts have lightened my days, improved my sewing skills, and lifted my thoughts above the stresses of a global pandemic.
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Ah, but he gets the other 99%. And he and my daughter are my ever-supportive superfund just when my stash hits 2 fabrics, and I’m thinking about doing that postage stamp quilt (which I think would be great fun in any event).
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Absolutely Gorgeous! You are an inspiration in so many ways.
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Hello Gorgeous 😁
Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year 🎉🥂
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And to you as well. Warmest wishes, Coco
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Your photos are gorgeous! You are gorgeous!
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Thank you, Jeanette – 🙂
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