I was walking down the street when a man came up to me and asked where I got my dress tailored. I told him that I tailored it my self. He told me that I have true talent and should be working as a clothes maker. That is where I got inspired. That man was the boss of the millinery. He asked me if I wanted to be the boss and I took the job I make so much money every day enough to by a dress! I share the money with my family. My job is not the easiest job.

I work for hours everyday assisting costumes. I never get any breaks. The bones in my hands burning whenever I make a dress. Every time I make a dress, customers by three dresses. I loose material so I have to go to the general store across the block. At least I have enough money to by cloth. Everyday since I have got the job, I had more money and I can now make money by doing what I want to do. My boss, Mr. Browns, Told me that I was one of his best Milliners. He said, “It is time. I am now 21 years old. I have to retire. So now I am giving this Millinery to you. You are now the Boss! This is your reward. I hope you are happy, overjoyed, and excited! I know this is your dream!” I was so happy when he told me. This was a big shock to me. I never thought that Mr. Browns would do this for me. I never thought that I was this good to manage a millinery.

I wrote a letter to him saying:

Dear Sir. Barwicke,

Thank you for this wonderful opportunity. This is so amazing. I hope you have a wonderful life after you have retired. The only question I have is: Why would you choose me to be the Boss of the Millinery? Was I that good at my job? Anyway, This was my dream ever since I was little. In England, I used to put up a stand outside of my little house. I used to make small dolls with button eyes and a weaved nose. I also made clothing sets to go with them. I made a couple Euros selling them to friends and some people walking down the street. It was fun and I knew then what I wanted to do when I grew up. So thank you!

~Felicity

Everyday I go see my husband at his work place. He is a very crafty carpenter. He is a very talented young man. Everyday my husband makes something for the house. Something very natural. He carves wood and makes it into the shape of something. It is quite beautiful. This is the only time I could spend time with him since I am very busy now that I am the manager. He writes me letters everyday about how I am doing, what am I learning. That shows that he dearly cares about me.

Dear family,

I appreciate for all your support and comfort. You have made it possible for me to pursue my dreams of becoming a professional milliner. If Mr. Barwicke didn’t see me on the road with my newly tailored dress then I would never have the opportunity to be who I am now. I already thanked him a great number of times. He was one of my closest friends. He helped me along the way and sometimes when I was able to have supper with him. I hope he can visit the Millinery. Now I am thanking you for raising me and teaching me to do the right thing.I don’t want to boast but I feel as if I have become a very mature adult.  

Much obliged,

-Felicity