She'd taken on the role to prove herself—to her family, to David and even to herself. She'd spent a week assisting with tours, being trained—delicately, she thought now. Staff members treated family members with kid gloves.
It had jarred her to realize just how little she knew about the winery, about the vineyards, about the process and about the public areas and retail venue. It would take more than a week and some subtle education to learn how to handle any of those areas on her own. But by God, she could handle a group at a wine tasting.
And was
determined to prove it.
She was
going to learn how to handle a great many things, including her own life.
The Villa
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We're not sure about old dogs and new
tricks, but for humans of a certain age, the science is clear: Being an
absolute beginner is an absolutely great way to stay sharp and strong. Learn
from eight women who mastered new skills in their 40s and beyond, and warm up
for your next act.
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Struggling to crochet—her newest hobby—Sylvia sat on the porch with a pitcher of fresh lemonade and butter cookies while Fiona listened to the client repeat the gist of their phone consult.
The Search