[robin_beales]

You're outwardly very attractive Robin and from what I can tell in your posts, you seem like a nice person on the inside as well. Your diligence has paid off! I wish it were possible for me to do what you've done so please don't ever take it for granted and take time to enjoy it everyday as I'm sure you do. Best wishes.

Thank you very much for the compliments --- like all girls here and elsewhere, it is WORK trying to look cute and pretty, all the while looking like we just do it in stride!!! If you had ANY idea how much time we spend in front of mirrors w make-up, or how many times we try on different dresses or jeans, or --- and this is ME every day --- how many different pairs of heels we try on before we leave the HOUSE!!! --- well, as I was saying, if you had any idea how much we OBSESS with little stuff you'd get us a shrink --- immediately!!! LOL

Anyway, on a serious note, it does TAKE TIME and you hit on it --- DILIGENCE --- to pursue ones own goals. Patience and hope and a positive attitude really pay off.

I wish you were able to pursue your own goals and needs in a more open world and a more open society. Your words are well put --- and well taken --- I do not nor will I ever take for granted the blessings I have in my life, and the opportunity I have had to live the life I have needed to live --- as a woman, a lover, a friend, and a "cute chick" when the mood hits

In a few years, perhaps I can be the spouse of the man that loves me. Then the USA will indeed be where "all are created equal."

Thank you. GOD BLESS YOU.