January’s Penultimate Reckoning!

voltee ♦ January 24, 2011 ♦ 2 Comments

First of all, I want to thank you all for the wise words regarding my post yesterday and my book, Your support means a lot to me, truly. I’m not sure yet, exactly, what that support will means in terms of planning, and my courage, but I am certain that it means a lot. Now I just have to translate it into something that makes sense to me.
I’m almost caught up to myself. with these weekly reckonings! In the future, I will be more timely and consistent with the reckoning, but I don’t like doing it every week. Thankfully January is flying past, and next weekend will be the last one for a bit!
And so, let’s get down to it, shall we?
Up first, my Murder Mystery blouse (here). I love this little cami, and I haven’t worn it out yet. Almost 78% voted for it to stay, and I agree. I will wear it more. Also, I will have more murder mystery parties. Who’s in?
Next, my airport pants (here). This is hard! 75% voted to keep, but there is a part of me that agrees with Cat’s suggestion that maybe they are just too big. I think that I will keep these for now. Sometimes a girl needs a pair of pants that are just a little bit too big…
And, a big, fat skirt (here). So a couple of people think this is ridiculous. They may not be wrong. It’s so ridiculously full. But also, sort of awesome. This did make it on stage in Bye Bye Birdie, and I kind of fell in love with it. It’s one of my favorite costumes. I know I am being very lenient today, but I need to keep this.
Now, a very un-proud moment in my life (here), and a tee. I have had this for so long, it’s hard to think of tossing it. But I think that since I’ve laid out its whole, awful story to the world, I can set this free. This isn’t easy, but farewell, masterful paint job.
Next up is a silly dress (here), but I happen to love it. Yes it’s shiny and flashy, but there’s a backlace, and cute sleeves, and a ruffle. And everyone seems to like it as well. I will keep it, and if I can find a way to dance in it without sending flying chains everywhere, I’ll do that, too.
Oh, my non-weather-appropriate tank (here)! One of my favorite tales, and, who can say? Perhaps one day this will be one of my favorite tops? It’s not, yet, because I haven’t owned it that long. But I will keep it, and we’ll see where this relationship goes.
Ha, a wardrobe malfunction (here)! So many parts of this day are now hilarious to me, when, as the events unfolded, I was completely distraught. Perspective. It’s important. And so easy to lose. Especially if you’re me. Anyway. This didn’t get a single vote against it. And it’s cozy. And this winter is terrible. So I will keep. It’s on probation, though. Let’s see if I wear it more.
Now for a gown (here). I am on the fence about this one. It’s a strange thing. And I am collecting some very fabulous gowns in the costume closet, so I wonder if this is really necessary. I don’t feel much for this, even though I love the memory of my Glamor Shot. I think I will cut this loose.
Next, a dress (here). Ok, maybe this is a tad small. But the hard part, really is just getting into it. Once it’s zipped, it’s not painful at all. That’s the part that matters, yes? I keep it.
And the last item on the agenda for this evening, a golden jacket (here). I am surprised by the number of people who supported this piece. I really want to love it. I just don’t. I know that the second I get rid of it, I will need it for some show or another. I think I just have to go for it and let it go. I think this will be my most epic fail in terms of hope and investment and payoff for a piece of clothing. It’s sad. I just couldn’t make it work. No one can say I didn’t try, though.
And by ending with that jacket, I have an idea for a theme for next week. My first theme week! It should be fun!
Stay warm, folks.
That may or may not have been a hint.