Wednesday, October 26, 2016

WHEN I AM AN OLD WOMAN

Walla Walla Branch of the Red Hat Society

There I was, seated by myself at the local McDonald's filling time until my next Carnegie Picture Lab presentation, when these two women sat down at the table just kitty-corner from me. I immediately recognized their outfits as those of the Red Hat Society, and knew I wanted to take their picture. But people pictures present an obstacle for me as I don't like invading people's personal space. And while asking is always proper photo etiquette, the resulting photos are often not as natural as a candid shot. So I did what I often do, adjusted myself in a casual posture as I looked at my cell phone, ostensibly viewing Facebook or a text message, but in reality taking several candid photos. 


As I left, I stopped at their table and complimented them on their lovely hats. A short conversation ensued about the local branch of the Red Hat Society during which time I realized that I recognized these two women. The one on the right worked in the Walla Walla School District for years while the other was my Eastern Washington University Supervisor when I did my student teaching some 28 years ago. I now perform a similar role for Walla Walla University supervising their student teachers and have often thought of Jackie Ormsby as I reflect on my own long teaching career. 
Talk about synchronicity!



When I am an old woman I shall wear purple
With a red hat which doesn't go, and doesn't suit me.
And I shall spend my pension on brandy and summer gloves
And satin sandals, and say we've saved no money for butter.


For the remainder of the poem and more about the Red Hat Society, click HERE








9 comments:

  1. Hah!
    Bingo!
    But I like to wear jeans with genuine knee-holes ... I DO HAVE A BRIMMED GARDENING HAT, BUT IT IS BEIGE. i INHERITED IT WHEN A RESIDENT OF A NURSING HOME, MOVED ON AND HAD NO FURTHER USE FOR IT. vALE, mARGARET.

    Oh, poo ... shouting. I am in no mood, being an oldish woman, to go back and re-key.

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    1. No problem, Julie. I get your drift and I know you really weren't shouting.

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  2. Wonderful story and great pictures, Susan!
    I feel the same about invading a person's privacy. Many "great" pictures that I did not take or publish.

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  3. I love these photos.......love that they are enjoying life.....and really love that it turns out that you knew them both.......I love these unexpected joys in a day!!!! And NO I am not a member of the Red Hats........! LOL Not yet anyway!!!!

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  4. Nice story and lovely pictures. It's nice to recognize people who played a role in your life.

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  5. Synchronicity is the best. Good, bright stealth photos!

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