Actually, probably an embarrassing hour! I’m still waiting for midnight and probably in the morning, I’ll regret having posted this.
Today (Monday), we weren’t going anywhere. I slept in an old green T-shirt – old and thin. No bra, of course. Thank goodness, I had put on a pair of jeans.
About the middle of the day, Vince was outside working. I was getting ready to cook and I grabbed the garden snips, put on a pair of Vince’s old Crocs and went out to cut some basil for the dinner. This ain’t Texas and we no longer live in the woods. Vince said “Come help me measure to put stakes in the ground where we want the trees planted.” My first thought was . . that’s close to the road and people can see me but then I figured they’re going fast enough and seeing an old lady out dressed like that wasn’t worth looking at. Then . . the people across the street walked over. I’ve met the lady. I have not met the man. I would rather not have met the man with that old T-shirt and not enough undergarments on! They talked and Vince said “Come see the trees we’re having planted.” They walked over, talked about the trees, then Vince said “Come see the garden!” Oh, my goodness . . no! It was a little chilly outside and starting to drizzle. I thought about saying “I’m in the middle of cooking so I’m going to go in” but figured that would be rude.
When we did come in the house, I realized that I had not even combed my hair since getting out of bed. I had brushed my teeth. What a sight. They probably both cracked up after they left.
First impressions . . I would like to forget that happened. Why can I forget what I did 5 minutes ago but will probably never forget meeting that man for the first time. I’d like to say I’ll do better but I probably won’t.
Paula Hidalgo says
Don’t feel bad, my neighbors often see me in my nightgown and robe when I walk the dog early or late…LOL, I don’t think they even care!
Judy Laquidara says
It was kinda the initial shock of standing there thinking . . I should have on more clothes. I think everyone else around here is more “normal” so I’ll probably become known as the crazy old lady on the corner.
Cilla HouleTyler says
I’m known in town as “that essentric Dachshund woman”. Not only due to my herd of Dachshunds (I do rescue) but my choice of clothing colours (yes, a tad bright). Oh and my copper coloured hair!
Judy Laquidara says
Cilla, you could be known by a whole lot worse things. I love you for taking care of Dachshunds. We’re still having an almost daily debate over where I can get another one.
Helen says
I have had similar things happen, too, Judy! I am probably known as the crazy woman in the neighborhood, too! However, I am pretty sure they love me despite my eccentricities!!
Judy Laquidara says
Well, I didn’t move here to win a popularity contest so if they think I’m crazy, so be it.
Deb says
Since I’ve retired the bra is almost never worn now — but I wear a loose top over whatever top I’m wearing to hide that fact if we go somewhere. Bras irritate my skin now and I just refuse to wear them anymore. I figure I’m a senior citizen/retired and I’m entitled to do that now — and if someone is ‘offended’, I could care less. I brush my teeth & fix my hair first thing in the morning as it makes ME feel better, but other than that its very casual around here. Jeans, t shirt and slippers usually for both of us. Yes, I am also one of those who takes the dogs out in my nightie and also tops off the hummingbird feeders front & back that way, too…and we live on a hill where everyone can see what we’re doing. Could care less what someone else thinks.
Nelle Coursey says
You should not feel bad. They walked into your space uninvited and they should not judge people by their clothes they are wearing. If they do, then they are not the right kind of people for friends. It would be different if you were out in a public store dressed like that, but you were in your own yard. I bet they do the same things at their house.
Judy Laquidara says
No. They are good neighbors. They wouldn’t judge. In fact, she walked over today and I told her I was so embarrassed yesterday. She said “Don’t be! I’ve had the same thing happen to me many times.” She said she didn’t even notice and doubted her husband did either.