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Margot Hale, in a navy satin robe with lace cuffs, sits on a bed with legs crossed, touching her hair.

The Rest of the Story, in 5 Cheeky Rules

by Margot Hale, 58

After that grim March prognosis, I proved the doctor wrong and was gliding across the studio floor with my thirty-nine-year-old tango instructor every Tuesday.

My husband cheered me on while I practiced my steps at home.

  1. Pick the right partner. Mine was thirty-nine and knew how to lead. My husband cheered every smooth turn I made.
  2. Wear the red satin. The neckline drew every eye. Honey, some men just can't handle a woman back on her feet.
  3. Call it exercise. Hubby bought me strappy heels for physical therapy. Men always back your recovery until they see the fire.
  4. Master the dip. I dipped so low the crowd gasped. My first two husbands would have dropped me cold.
  5. Plan the recital. I nailed every turn while my husband clapped loudest. The doctor never showed his face.

Never trust a man, darling.

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