The Poncho

 

1973

 

Oh okay, 2012.  Let's hope I didn't look like this bad in my 20s.

I have saved this old poncho for almost 40 years.

Last Saturday we were going for breakfast and I when I went to get a coat,

I noticed this old poncho.  Thinking that ponchos have sort of made

a resurgence, I thought why not.  Why not wear it? 

It is like wearing a warm blanket.

And would you believe I got two compliments on it and both from girls in their 20s?

 

What do you think?

1.  Is it too old-fashioned?

2.  Don't you think the fabric and colors still look fresh?

3.  Am I too old to wear this again (if it is fashionable)?

 

I might be a hoarder, but only of things that really mean something to me. 

 

This was bought in a little shop in Taos, NM, in 1973.  I loved this poncho, but

since I paid more money than I had sense back then, I saved it back.

  Now I wonder why.  I should have worn it out in the 70s.

 

Shawna, now you know the story behind the poncho. 



 

If you notice a turquoise poncho around Midwest City this winter, take a close look.  It might be me.

And by the way, I am serious with the questions and I will not be hurt if you tell me never to wear it again.

 

I love you!!!