But I’m not crying!
After a fabulous weekend with some fabulous women, I’m celebrating my 61st birthday today–the candle on the cake!! (no icing, please! 😉 )
When I was young, women didn’t tell their ages and if they did tell–they lied about it! Fabulous women over 40 told their ages and were not ashamed! We are comfortable in our skin and too thankful to be concerned about numbers.
Count your blessings: not your age!
I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for my mom. What I missed most about this experience was that my mom wasn’t able to be there. I learned so much more than just good manners and style from her. Her wisdom and sayings echo in my mind every day. She taught me to brush my teeth before putting on lipstick! 🙂
Dedicated to my mom
Taking a walk on the Catwalk …
fashion with compassion 
How CUTE!! You looked amazing! That is SO SO fun for you! You should do that again if you get a chance.
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Thank you so much! It was a blast!!
Fashion is fun!!
❤ carmen
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Looking eagerly forward to more photos and videos…
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You really know how to make a girl smile 😉
❤ carmen
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I like the way you criss-cross your feet as you walk the Catwalk. Your smile is so enchanting and captivating….your eyes sparkle…there is joy in your face.
The shade of red is superb for you….do put an elegant dance dress of that colour on your wish list!! You and the dress….WOW!! You showed the dress elegantly….the dress showed you elegantly.
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Awwww you are sooooo encouraging!!!
❤ carmen
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Having fun looking at your blog.
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🙂
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Happy birthday, Carmen! How fabulous do you look!
I just saw your catwalk! HELLO! You’re a pro!
So many February babies….mine’s next week.
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Thank you, Jeannie!
This event was so much fun and I know you would enjoy it, too! You’d be so graceful!
What day is your birthday?
❤ carmen
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It’s the 18th…I’ll be 53.
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You look beautiful, dear Carmen! I still cannot believe you are 61.
Happy birthday and many other gracious walks on the Catwalk!
Ileana
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Thank you, Ileana!
I appreciate you taking the time to write.
You are fabulous!!
❤ carmen
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Wow! If 61 looks like that, I’ll take it!
Happy Birthday!
bisous
Suzanne
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Thank you, Suzanne!
You are so sweet!!
❤ carmen
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You look fantastic!
Hope you have a fantastic year – Happy Birthday. 🙂
Cheers,
Laura
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Thank you, Laura! 🙂
Have a fabulous day!!!
❤ carmen
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The beautiful woman in red. You are truly spectacular, elegant and sophisticated. Your 61 years are wonderful. Congratulations on your style and your birthday. Tomorrow is mine (56), I’m excited sharing the date.
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Thank you for the compliment, Josep-Maria! What a surprise that you were born the day after me (but several years later!!)
Feliz cumpleaños!!!
❤ carmen
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Happy Birthday!
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Thank you!! Glad you stopped by!!!
❤ carmen
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You look absolutely stunning! Happy Birthday! Here’s to looking another year younger 🙂
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Thank you, Jean!! I remember watching you on the Catwalk when you were only 14 – a natural beauty!!!
This was an experience of a lifetime, a highlight of the year (and it’s only February!) and a wonderful birthday present!!
Would have been great if you were in town, but I’ll be posting lots more photos and videos so you’ll have a glimpse of the glamour we enjoyed!! ❤
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