What has been your best Hatting experience? Becoming Queen of the Scarlett Belles in 2004 and after organizing and holding the 1st large Red Hat Event in the Hampton Roads area, founding the Hampton Roads Queens Council. Through these two groups I have made lasting friendships and we have had so much " Fun After 50 " dressing up in all kinds of outfits--something happens when that hat goes on--it gives you a sense of confidence, a feeling of belonging and allows you to take part in things you would never dream of doing on your own. That hat can be anything--a bra, a lampshade, a flowered lei or an extravagant creation you have made--they all give us the same feeling of belonging.
Tell us about yourself! I was born and raised in Suffolk, Va., where I have lived all my life. I am one of five children, the only girl with 4 brothers. I have been married to the love of my life, my husband Harrell, for 41 years. We have one daughter, who has turned into the most beautiful, loving, caring, thoughtful, fun loving and supportive daughter any mother could ever wish for. She and her husband have blessed us with two precious grandchildren, who have blessed our lives in ways too numerous to mention.
I have been retired now for almost five years, after working 28 years in the furniture business and 10 years in the car business. I am enjoying my retirement--traveling, being with family( especially my daughter and grandchildren), going out for Afternoon Tea and attending as many Red Hat Events as I can afford, making hats and costumes--Life is Good--God has blessed me greatly and I am so thankful.