Fashionista
One more, about Lisa. Lisa worked part time at Macy's (Serramonte) in their professional business women's wear dept when she was in high school. One day she called me at work and told me she had put aside some clothes for me to try on. I went to the store, and found a dressing room reserved for me, with a group of suits and dresses for me to try on. I had the loveliest time, trying on the clothes that my daughter had thoughtfully picked out for me. I put each one on and came out for her inspection. Lisa was very serious and businesslike, evaluating each ensemble critically, eyes narrowed, and giving me her verdict. Hmmm no, no, oh no that won't do!, and finally yes!, now THAT looks good. Her judgment was excellent, and I went away with a lovely green suit that I would not have even tried on without her intervention. It was the first of many role reversals to come as she changed from a little girl into a grown woman. I remembered vividly picking out clothes for her when she was little and being the one doing the evaluation. It was funny, exciting and a little sad to see her so grown up and moving on in her life.