Dear Janice, I had to dig deep in the cobwebs to think where I had this poem. I wish I could take credit for writing the Lacemaker's version of "Warning" by Jenny Joseph. It was however, written by Marni Harang. I don't know anymore where I found it at nor what year. I hope Marni doesn't mind my sharing it with all of you. I have not idea how to get in touch with her so I will just add it to this email. I hope everyone will enjoy it. It is light hearted and fun - just like the Red Hat Chapter that I belong to - Lady Tumblin' Weeds . Best Regards, Carol Melton Litchfield Park, AZ, USA
I Shall Wear Purple by Mani Harang Adapted by Marni Harang from the poem by Jenny Joseph When I grow old I shall wear purple with pants and t shirts from Convention and go barefoot in class. Ill shake my head to comb my hair and use no lipstick. I shall spend my money on bobbins , beads and threads And buy lace books with colored diagrams only. Ill go to lace workshops and learn new techniques but only use them when I feel like it. Ill talk and whisper and borrow other peoples notes And have a cup of tea by my lace pillow And not wear a name tag And only go to lace days that provide refreshments and a program. Ill sit in the yard with my pillow and make lace And make up for the time spent cooking and cleaning and chauffeuring children, But Ill only finish the pieces I like. Ill use metallic threads, synthetics and silks All in the same piece of lace. And use more metallic and silks and beads and feathers In another piece of lace. But for now I must wear skirts and dresses And comb my hair. I must use only linen and cotton threads (and occasionally silk) And I must finish each piece of lace. I must set a good example for others Lacemakers both new and experienced I must volunteer and demonstrate and teach I must go to meetings and make my reports And worry about the accuracy of my pacemaking and the proper care and storage of my supplies. Im beginning to practice a little now So people who know me are not too surprised To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace-chat [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
