“When I walked down the
runway, I was thrilled by the
cheers and clapping that showed
how happy people were for me.”
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WBM january 2012
Patricia E. Matson, 45
Staff Writer, Lumina News
This fitness challenge has made huge differences
for me. Before it began in November 2010,
I spent most of my time working, reading, surfing
the Web or watching TV. Now I exercise nearly
every day, spend more time outdoors, am more
capable in my everyday life and have had adventures that I
wouldn’t have tried before.
Above and left: Patricia E. Matson walks the runway during the
“She Wore Blue Velvet” fashion show on Friday, Nov. 11, in an
outfit supplied by Ziabird of Lumina Station. The black, ruched
dress was designed by Elana Kattan of Miami; the felted silk
cape came from One Lupine Fiber Art of Maine; the bracelet was
from a line by Sweetie Pie Jewelry of Chapel Hill; and the earrings
were by local designer Deb Pyeatt. Her hair and makeup
were styled by Blush Haus of Beauté.
Fitness Challenge Finale