Impending spring

March 13th, 2008

Yes, spring is definitely on its way. Shoots of kelly green are popping up everywhere in our front yard. The temperature’s on the rise. Flies are returning. And suddenly I’m noticing just exactly how much dog poop is in the backyard. Which probably explains the flies.

I love spring, for all of the expected reasons. Just like everyone else, the promise of sunlight and new flowers makes me giddy. The return of green grass and merrily chirping birds. However, there’s one thing I simply dread about spring - trying to figure out what to freaking wear.

I like to think of myself as somewhat of a mild fashionista. In the sense that I’m willing to take some risks with my wardrobe selections. But ever since I can remember, I just have this thing about trying to dress myself in the springtime. I just can’t figure it out. It’s too chilly for short sleeved tops & button ups, and too warm for the tried and true turtleneck (more suited for fall in my opinion). Long sleeved poplins? Probably, but then by noon I’m sweltering. Cardigans? Again, the same issue. What then? What??

The only thing I’m certain of in springtime, besides malted chocolate eggs, are skirts. I know that my legs have had enough of hibernating inside of pants (which I will of course continue to wear no matter the season because, as you know, I LOVE PANTS) and that if they don’t start getting color soon, I’ll be laughing stock of the Berkeley Park Community Center pool. And my neighbors, for that matter. No, there’s simply no questioning the importance of the skirt, preferably knee-length, at spring.

So, I look to the oncoming season with fear once again - not knowing if it will ever be safe to leave the house in my snap button cardigan, or pastel blue turtleneck. Maybe no one will notice me until summer. With my almost see-through pale white complexion, this is next to impossible.

Bring it on.

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