Friday, May 11, 2012

Meh. But it's a happy meh!

I don't feel like much of a military spouse these days, but it's nice to throw around a "thanks" or whatever. There was nothing here at the hospital today except some mommy makeover stuff in the lobby of the building we live in. Since I'm not a mother, I skipped. Pick one fake day of celebration over the other. That said, I did order my mom a sick Kitchen Aid and Aaron picked out a great gift for his mom and the other mother in his life. None of it really bothers me. Aaron tells me everyday that I'm awesome so that's all that matters. We "celebrated" with Five Guys burgers.

 I think the funniest thing that happened today was this rude lady at the car dealership service department. I was speaking with someone, and she found herself more important and told him to hurry it up. It was about a lightbulb. I'll admit that I'm pretty sensitive to this kind of stuff because I always think I'm being treated differently because I look so young. She probably thought I was some kid. Or not- but I'm usually not wrong about this kind of stuff. Over our weekend in Destin, someone commented on my lack of tan. All I had to do was mention that I'm turning 30 in a few short months and the person was wowed- and understood my choice not to leatherize my tender skin. I've decided to own my youthful looks. At some point in my life I'll have to start dressing like an adult, but that time is not now. And I can really pull it together when the time is right. I just love my cartoon t-shirts! Does anyone else face regular judgment because of a physical appearance? Lemme know!

Alright, back to the grind. Love you peeps and have great weekends!

7 comments:

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  2. Hello...I came across your blog today and let me tell you that I have been reading your posts all day at work(Let's not tell my boss)!! But, I wanted to tell you that I have been rather amazed. I wanted to tell you that I love your posts and never have I been so impressed with your way of thinking! I love it! You are indeed so very lucky! You have a wonderful husband and a super kool attitude! After reading all your psot I feel like I know you lol! I would love a friend like you! :) Shoot me an email if you get a chance! Keep your head up!! PS...your doing a great job!! vanessa@getcarports.com is my email

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  3. My patients never think I am old enough to be a nurse. The other day, I was at Lowe's self check out attempting to get spray paint. The attendant comes up to me saying, "Oh Sweetheart. You have to be 18 to buy spray paint." It was in such a patronizing tone. I pulled out my ID and said, "24." One day I will appreciate it. Not now though.

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  4. I look very young too! People always assume I'm in my teens and gasp when I tell them I've been married for years. I know I will appreciate it one day!!! I already appreciate it to some extent because there are some 25 year olds that look 35.

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  5. Yes. I am almost 40 and I don't look my age either. During my 20's it was difficult to get anyone to take me seriously even when I wore power suits. :)

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  6. Yep. I don't look as young as I did, but I can recall plenty of condescending attitudes over the years based solely on the fact that I looked rather young; particularly when my children where toddler/infant aged. I do appreciate it a bit more now that I'm coming up on my 33rd birthday though.

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  7. Echoing the above...I'm almost 27 and look younger than most college students. It can be frustrating now...but then I consider my 62 year old mother, who looks 15 years younger, and I don't mind so much.

    That said, I'm glad I work from home and only interact with clients via phone and email. I'm taken much more seriously! The few who do meet me are shocked to learn that they've been working with a "kid." Ha.

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