Beauty: A Picture Lasts 1000 Years

Dear Reader,

To-day we will be discussing the value of photographs and the importance of you looking your best in each and every one. You must remember, dear, that others will be seeing these pictorial representations of you whether tomorrow or in a hundred years, and you always want to be remembered at your most charming and beautiful you. Now, if you are a regular reader of my column and subscriber to my advice, you will always be ready to be photographed. However, here are some tips for your diary:

1. Always look presentable regardless of whether or not you plan on being photographed. Don't leave your home without having bathed and dressed tastefully and properly, in age appropriate clothing, of course. Make sure your hair and makeup are pleasing as well.
2. Don't forget to bring along your perky disposition, smiling and sparkling during each moment of the day.

If you follow the above tips, you will be ready for any picture, whether posed or candid. Additionally, only save and/or distribute those photos of yourself which show you in your best light. Any photos which render you unattractive or in an unflattering pose should be destroyed immediately. You want your descendants to respect you and feel that their ancestors were well received by society, not on their way to a beach party or garage sale. Let your collage be flawless and the memory of you be cherished.

Until next time...

HF

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