If you looked at me from afar -- I think I would resemble a Country Mouse.
I've traded in my heeled boots for Clark's brand sneakers. I've lost my sophisticated H&M coat to the more practical 'puffy vest' or a more rugged North Face shell. No more need for a shoulder bag, the messenger bag slung over my shoulder holds my stuff while supporting my neck and shoulders. And finally, I've traded in my city driver's license and little city car for the big 4wd SUV, complete with LL Bean boot magnet (just so I can find my car among its numerous twins out there). I've even gotten beeped at twice this past week alone for not slamming the gas pedal to the floor the second the traffic light turned green. Sheesh!
Most days I do feel more comfy in my low-key outfits, jetting off on foot to grab coffee from the local java spot (heaven forbid I actually go to the Starbucks). But then there are the days when I wish looking more glam was part of the initiation to this more countrified state. I suppose when my bethrothed and I are wandering around in matching ski parkas, it will look cute. And eventually I'll be more adept at mixing and matching my city mouse and country mouse outfits. But for now, I secretly love and appreciate that I can dress like I'm ready for some big adventure -- hiking, skiing, or apparently just going to the grocery store.
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When you lose your front tooth, I'll agree that you look like a country mouse. I'm afraid you look too spectacular for that :) You'd look stylish in a brown paper bag
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