while I returned the paraphernalia to each proper poc- ket the corsetiere figured up the cost of my garment. She told me that I would be able to pick up my corset in 3 1/2 to 4 weeks, and I, of course placed a deposit on it.

Four weeks later I called her and established that my corset was waiting. I made an appointment and went to the shop at the agreed time. Quite frankly, I was nervous as a cat because I had made up my mind that I wanted to try the garment on before accepting it and I was wearing a "Majic Lady" panty, nylon stockings, and chemise under my male rags. However, the corsetiere's tact and obvious lack of concern hel- ped me over the rough spot. After fitting and adjust- ing the garment she had me practice tieing the special slip knot used for lacing corsets and also instructed me in sitting and rising from a chair because quite obvi- ously I needed the instruction. I wore the garment home, and though I don't wear it constantly I have now become used to it and find it quite comfortable.

Should this little writeup help any of you who have not done so to seek out your local corsetiere for a personal fitting I have only one bit of advice to of- fer. Wear appropriate feminine undergarments for the first fitting. I didn't care for the idea of applying a "fitting" garment over my trousers and I am sure you won't either if the thought occurs to you.

PRESCRIPTION

by PHYLLIS 22-A-1

When evening is here, yet you feel so low 'Cause you're all dressed up and no place to go. Things seem to be wrong and you're tired to boot, If I were you doctor I'd get to the root.

I'd prescribe a large dose of pencil and paper And tell you to write of your happiest caper

Send it in for the Mirror- or maybe TVia

You'd feel better then-need no doctor to see ya.

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