Some things never change
Sure, I’m trying to be more professional here on this blog. Sure, I’m really making strides with growing my business.
But you should know that I’m sitting here with a wet head, bare feet (real photo at right) and a swimsuit cover up, stressing about a face-to-face meeting with a client in a couple of hours.
I dug in my closet for the only nice dress I have that still fits, and I literally had to dust off the shoulders before slipping it on. I’m grateful it’s long so I don’t have to shave my legs.
I’m hoping my only nice pair of shoes still have both insoles and that my feet haven’t widened so much from running that I can’t fit them into the toes.
You should also know that I ate fried Parmesan cheese for lunch, and I’m worried my belly will be bloated. I also need a haircut, and I don’t know what I’m going to do to cover up my roots.
Can’t I just go barefoot and show him the California free spirit writer I’ve become?
Yeah, I know. Sigh.
Sherri on 14 Aug 2008 at 10:43 am #
Free spirit? Um gee thanks for that visual. I like the pink geranium as an extra visual prop. Now, get back to work!
Claire on 14 Aug 2008 at 11:27 am #
I totally know the feeling. Working at home one gets used to not having much of a wardrobe. However, I’ve gotten in the habit of fixing my hair and makeup every day. Today, I also have to go to the client but I’ve got a cute new skirt I made, so that will be okay.
Beth on 14 Aug 2008 at 11:45 am #
Makeup? You wear makeup?
Wow. I definitely need to get out more.
steph on 15 Aug 2008 at 5:49 am #
LOL! Yeah, I haven’t touched makeup in ages! I know exactly what you mean! I do change out of my pjs to work and be around the house, but the clothes I wear aren’t much different!!
I don’t even think I have a dress that fits me. Or dress pants for that matter. Might be the result of sitting so much and eating bowls of chips. Hello, secretary butt.
Good luck with your client meeting! Ugh. I feel your discomfort, but I know you’ll do well. You’re nothing but profe
steph on 15 Aug 2008 at 5:50 am #
Huh. The power (nasty storm overhead and yes, reason 12,265 why I should have a laptop) went out just as I was writing, and somehow the message was not lost. COOL!
So what I was saying was that you’re nothing but professional regardless of your hairy legs or dusty dress. I’ve never thought of you as otherwise. I know you’ll dazzle them!
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