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January 16th, 2009

Work from home attire

It seems like every work at home opportunity has a tag line about “Finally, you’ll be able to work in your pajamas.” I always assumed when I was a kid that I’d get dressed in cute suits everyday & wear pearls to the office. It wasn’t until I was older that I discovered that wearing high heels isn’t nearly as much fun as it looks.

I like working from home because:

1. I get to wear my pajamas to work if I want to.

2. My mind can take detours & spend time looking at random things like auto insurance in Texas when I need a break from my job.

Sometimes, I’m so comfortable that I forget that I’m supposed to be working, which may or may not be a bad thing. I know the proper wardrobe for the office, but I forget what is work appropriate for the home office. I know that if I’m dressed up a little bit I feel better. If I feel better I probably work quicker too. I just don’t feel like going through the hassle of putting on makeup if no one is going to see me. It’s one of those things that I need to start doing just for me.

January 16th, 2009

When did I become a grown up?

I was slightly horrified as I was going through my closet today. Everything seemed to be brown, black or beige. Things matched & coordinated & went together in outfits. I thought that this wouldn’t happen to me. I just always assumed that my wardrobe would retain it’s personality…my personality.

I love bright colors like oranges, yellows, & blinding pinks. I guess it’s because I’ve been shopping at more upscale stores lately. When I spend more money on something I want to keep it basic so it will last longer. I need a cute riding coat & possibly a purse that looks like those english saddles. Technically, I don’t ride horses. Well if we want to be really technical, horses scare me, but I need a bright warm coat to cheer up my wardrobe. I don’t feel like a grown up yet so why am I dressing like one? I guess I’m just always afraid that I’ll be pulled onto some makeover show for still dressing like a teenager.