WHAT IN THE PLUPERFECT DO I HAVE TO WEAR!


That is the question.....................


The big guy and I were invited to a client's reception last month; an event that I looked forward to attending but, my oh my, what in the world would I wear. No matter that I have a closet full of clothes. When I need to get myself put together, the dilemma is always the same.


Oh, what pressure it is, fixing oneself up! This has been the same hymn I've sung; second verse for the past some odd ages. But, I am now ready to move into the hallelujah chorus. So this is how things laid out.....


One thing for certain, my closet contains several black dresses... your basic one long sleeve types, short sleeve ones. and various combinations of black tops and skirts. My favorites are the extra stretchy ones....no explanation needed. I have always heard that every woman needs her little black dress. So, ok...but then what!


Never being one to enjoy anything, "as is," I decided to consult my treasure trove of fabric remnants, trim, salvaged buttons, etc. This is my stash of "go'in to use for something, someday, somehow." This prize of possibilities is safely stored in an old dilapidated box hidden under the guest room bed. I don't like the prying eyes of my household peering into my private places and, perhaps, asking something like, "Ye gods! What in the world do you have in there?" That is less than encouraging and could potentially be the start of a fight.


OK, so tossing fabric in and out of the box I found some interesting silk with a colorful graphic design of butter-flies. A couple of yards to work with and a snippet of trim and beads scattered here and there and I had a wrap in the making. A flurry of fabric and my Singer purring, that black dress wasn't meant to be unadorned.


An hour or so later, it was finished. Added a piece or two of jewelry to complete the look. Pulled out the trusted old  black pumps. Fluffed up the hair a bit. Put on an extra heavy coat "Red Hot Lightening" lipstick and then, I heard the magic words.....

WELL, LOOK HERE NOW,.....

LET'S GO MAMA.

SHUT UP AND RIDE!

MY FAITHFUL PARTNER HELPS WITH SELECTIONS....AND WHAT A GOOD EYE SHE HAS FOR STYLE!


THE SEWING BASKET IS READY

WELL, DON'T ASK ME TWICE!