Amazing Attributes of Aging: Silly & Sacred Stories of Blue Garter Friends
Amazing Attributes of Aging: Silly & Sacred Stories of Blue Garter Friends chronicles the story of thirty-six women who grew up together in a small community and created a lifelong bond using the symbolism of a blue garter. After high school graduation in 1958, most of them left to scatter around the United States where they found homes and established careers; some married and raised families. From the original Blue Garter group, 27 have maintained close contact for over 50 years. Others are rebounding to the group now in the seventh decade. Their story of friendship is heralded as: Amazing! Unbelievable! Remarkable! Very unique! Enjoy the journey as these women reflect on their adventuresome spirits, decisions, and ways to make a difference in the world. The dynamics of growing up in the post-depression era experiencing World War II, and living the polio epidemic create interesting understandings of who these women are and how their personalities were shaped by world events. A significant section, designed to actively involve contemplative readers, is in dictionary style called, Amazing Attributes of Aging Women. Essays of Blue Garter women recall some silly and some sacred personal experiences throughout their 50 year friendship. Benefiting from community mentorship, transitioning to adult friendships, and celebrating lives well lived are shared. Selected photos, an outreach to women in literature, and multigenerational connections make this a keepsake book. Savored recipes and menus from Blue Garter birthday gatherings are appetite appealing. Even the bibliography offers a rich representation of aging fully.
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