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Pola's avatar

I learned that this excess body fat around the belly is a hormone storage facility for women of a certain age, so let's not get rid of it completely 😉

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Jolain Muller's avatar

Glad it serves a purpose, though a bit less of it would be nice.

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Pola's avatar

Oh, yeah!

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Jan's avatar

Thanks for the post. Stripes never seem to go out of fashion and they are so adaptable I think, including in different colours. They certainly worked for Paul Smith! The A.Emory suede sandals look very chic. I think a toe loop style mighty not be comfortable for everyone but that's a given with all footwear, or is it just me? Footwear can be tricky. I'm way too old to apply the philosophy of, " You have to suffer to be beautiful" . A slung sweater round your middle is a great idea. Also is using a capacious scarf or silk shawl around your hips. A bit hippy chic for some folks but I think it works. I'm sure that whatever weight you've gained from your hols will fall away once you get back into your usual routines. I'd strongly advice against diet or exercise regimes.

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Jolain Muller's avatar

Hi Jan, I can vouch for for the comfort of the A Emory sandals toe loop and all, for me anyway. Like you I won’t suffer uncomfortable shoes as I used to. Agree on the scarf tied at the hip. It can add a whole new dimension to an outfit. Nice to hear from you!

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Jolain Muller's avatar

And to you, my friend! xxx

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Jolain Muller's avatar

Hi Amy, I appreciate your advice and compliments. I'm sorry if my feelings about my weight offended you. I assure you, I'm not ultra thin, I just know what weight feels right for my height and frame. Though I regret to see you go, I respect your decision and wish you well.

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Marilyn  Rskoski's avatar

Happy July 4 weekend my friend!

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Amy's avatar

Here's my advice about those stubborn pounds...

Colonized? Yikes! Starving yourself? Double yikes. Give up the language and attitude of violence toward your body. Make peace with your glorious shell that holds your even more glorious soul. What looks good? YOU look good, great even. Please stop promulgating ultra-thinness culture to what is arguably a mostly female audience. I'll be unsubscribing now. Ciao!

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Dewie's avatar

Adios . To each their own. Her content is just that, hers. I happen to appreciate those feelings as I share them. How rude.

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Jolain Muller's avatar

Thanks, Dewie.

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