Distractions

One can't live on studying alone; therefore, with the help of my specialist classmates, I'd like to take a short detour from all things related to verb conjugation and consider another important aspect of my diplomatic career: what to wear to the Marine Ball and any schmancy representation event we might be invited to. 

(Sidebar: I spent all day Saturday last weekend learning about "Protocol and US Representation Abroad" subtitled "How Not To Embarrass Yourself And Your Country By Sipping From The Finger Bowl Abroad." Although I struggled a bit in the Soup Course, I now feel ready to tackle a six-course meal.)

Besides dreaming of a house/apartment with more than one bathroom, I'm also relishing the notion of a life requiring a new wardrobe. Does this make me sound superficial? Well I hope not, after all, I spent twelve years in muddy riding boots and breeches; I think I owe it to myself to dress like a girl now and again. And besides, the woman whose place I'll be taking in Bogota has let me know that the embassy staff tends to dress "pretty fancy," and the Ambassador's OMS said I should probably pick up, "a cocktail dress or two." So is it my place to disagree with these women?

Certainly not.

In fact, in the interest of putting my new career on the best footing, I believe I have some shopping to do.

November 10: Marine Ball. What do you think of these options? (Thank you Heidi and Agnes for this website)
http://www.lightinthebox.com/Sheath--Column-V-neck-Knee-length-Chiffon-Matte-Satin-Mother-of-the-Bride-Dress_p52011.html

http://www.lightinthebox.com/Trumpet--Mermaid-V-neck-Floor-length-Chiffon-Mother-of-the-Bride-Dress-With-A-Wrap_p49607.html

http://www.lightinthebox.com/A-line-Halter-Knee-length-Chiffon-Matte-Satin-Bridesmaid--Wedding-Party-Dress--SHL007-_p41851.html

Okay, I have to say that I'm a little upset that the first two dresses that caught my eye were considered "Mother of the Bride" dresses. Really? Is that what I'm attracted to? Is that my age range now? Unfortunately the fine print noted that "figure and hairstyle not included with dress."

*Sigh*

So thank  you for letting me have this silly diversion, even if only temporarily. Heck, I'm going to Latin America; I have some seriously spiky, strappy shoes to fill!

Disclaimer: just in case some horrible world event occurs while I'm writing and thinking about this totally "flauschig" topic: I haven't watched the news yet tonight; I cannot be responsible for feeling outraged right now. Allow me some day dreaming, 'kay?

Now back to the conjugating...