So, Hubby and I were having dinner recently with annoying couple M. and K. Now, you may ask, if they’re annoying why did we go out with them?
But perhaps I should re-phrase, we went to a wedding and they happened to be seated at our table. All through the soup and way into the main meal, we were regaled with tales from M. about how successful he is, how he started his business, where he limes on a weekend, why we should all go together soon (ick...), how his kids were at the best schools - yadda yadda yadda. Did I mention he had awful table manners as well? (but…I’ll spare you the gory details!)
How I wished I could escape…
But as they say, you gotta be careful what you wish for. Just like that - while ready to dig into the chocolate éclair on my plate, I got afflicted with the worst tummy pain you could imagine. I could feel my face turning green, so I made a fast get-away to the ladies’ room. As I sat glumly (and alone) in the hotel bathroom, missing Mr. Éclair… I couldn’t help but think that at every wedding, there’s a guest like “M” to be found.
You know? The person so insecure about himself, he ends up boasting and telling his whole life story to a bunch of strangers who would just rather he’d shut up so they can have that last bite in peace. Oh well…we can’t escape the “M’s” out there, so the best we can do is to enjoy the dessert along the way!
Monday, August 6, 2007
Wardrobe Philosophies
OK…so I’m a “minimalist”.
In this crazy world full of over-consumption, I’ve somehow managed to speak that word out loud! I believe in a few great shoes, a couple fabulous handbags and well-chosen jewellery. My sister laughs at me because I’ve been wearing the same watch for about 6 years now, with no qualms whatsoever. This wardrobe minimalism is the very reason I was so appalled at myself for ending up with 2 pairs of shoes for my wedding. The thought of it, goes against the very grain of my wardrobe philosophy! Anyway, to find out how I did indeed end up with these 2 pairs, check out the latest article to TW, on Shoe Selection: http://www.trinidadweddings.com/shoe_selection.asp
Not to mention, having a baby recently, sent my need for undergarments to newer and weirder heights. When I first had my baby, my friend C. (of the ridiculously-flat-stomach-post-2-babies) swore up and down “get thee a girdle!” So, I did and a year later, I am also now hanging up my nursing undergarments for good (well…until the next baby!). Thankfully, brides nowadays have much better choices than us new moms out there. Check out our article on Undergear for more! http://www.trinidadweddings.com/undergear.asp
In this crazy world full of over-consumption, I’ve somehow managed to speak that word out loud! I believe in a few great shoes, a couple fabulous handbags and well-chosen jewellery. My sister laughs at me because I’ve been wearing the same watch for about 6 years now, with no qualms whatsoever. This wardrobe minimalism is the very reason I was so appalled at myself for ending up with 2 pairs of shoes for my wedding. The thought of it, goes against the very grain of my wardrobe philosophy! Anyway, to find out how I did indeed end up with these 2 pairs, check out the latest article to TW, on Shoe Selection: http://www.trinidadweddings.com/shoe_selection.asp
Not to mention, having a baby recently, sent my need for undergarments to newer and weirder heights. When I first had my baby, my friend C. (of the ridiculously-flat-stomach-post-2-babies) swore up and down “get thee a girdle!” So, I did and a year later, I am also now hanging up my nursing undergarments for good (well…until the next baby!). Thankfully, brides nowadays have much better choices than us new moms out there. Check out our article on Undergear for more! http://www.trinidadweddings.com/undergear.asp
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