Originally Posted by
Persephone
Once upon a time Pablo Picasso was sitting in a cafe. A woman approached him, gushing with adoration, and asked him if he would just draw something on her napkin. Picasso obligingly did a little doodle and handed her the napkin.
"Oh, Mr. Picasso," she said, "I would be so thrilled if you would sign it."
"That, Madame," said Picasso, "will cost you $50,000."
"Fifty thousand dollars for something that will take you a moment?" she said.
"No, Madam," Picasso said, "It has taken me a lifetime."
As others have posted, passing is not so much about the clothes and makeup, although, of course, they matter. But it is more about movement, body language, and, ultimately, the confidence that comes from being yourself. It is the result of dedication, practice, and experience. And that can take time.
Hugs,
Persephone.