Yesterday, I went to my mailbox and was so excited to find lots of great things: the newest J. Crew and Pottery Barn Catalogues, an issue of People, and an issue of Fitness. Even better, the People was free and the Fitness was free from Coke Reward Points. Just another reminder of why drinking Diet Coke is a good idea. But tucked in between my mags was a handwritten envelope. I was so excited that I was getting for real mail. And then I opened it.
It was a thank you note. From Nordstrom. Now, I was raised to always send a thank you note and have never really found an situation where it was inappropriate to send one. But that has changed.
This is what the note said :
Dear Allie,
Thank you so much for shopping with us here at Nordstrom. It was such a pleasure helping you, and I do hope you are enjoying your Spanx! Come back and visit us soon!
Sincerely,
Cassie (with a heart over the I)
(lingerie and hosiery)
I love Nordstrom. I really do. They have the prettiest purses, best makeup, great shoes, and clothes in all price ranges. However, I think this is a bit much. Wearing Spanx isnt so much a fun activity or treat you enjoy, like say a new pair of Tory Burch Reva's, its something you do because you have to. Beauty isnt always natural sometimes we all need a little help. On the plus side, it did make me laugh for a good 5 minutes after opening it.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Living in an apartment complex is sometimes like living in an episode of "Seinfield" sans the 90's clothing. Mine is no expection. Me and 2 of my close friends all live in one complex , "The Reserve" . Its like being in college sometimes without the homework. We have coffee mornings and pool days, and we have had a lof of fun getting to "know" our neighbors. And by know, I mean making up what we think their lives are like based on how they act.
Meet "old tan pool guy". He is about 65. He's tan. He sits at the pool EVERY day. He doesnt read, just sits and looks around, not in a creepy way. I know what you're thinking- if you know he's at the pool every day, then so are you. Not the point. :) We just cant figure out why he doesnt work - he looks clean cut.
Then there's "Perfect Running Girl". She is tall, blonde, and leggy. And she runs in perfectly coordinating outfits and a hair is never out of place when she comes back into the Reserve after her worksout. We have also spotted her doing squats on the sidewalk outside the complex- with her bottom facing traffic. I wish I had that confidence. And we all make faces of disgust as we go out to dinner while she finishes up her workout and then goes to eat her well balanced meat with lean protein and leafy greens.
But perhaps the most interesting of the residents is the mystery boy in 2402. He received a wedding invitation intended for me by accident and sent the following note :
"Dear Sender,
I live at 2402 **** Drive and received your letter. Unfortunately, Allie does not live here. I am sending you your letter back unopened so you may re-route it.
I assume its a wedding invitation from the envelope---Congrats and Good Luck
Best-
2404"
We have come up with all sorts of stories about 2402. One things for sure- he's WAY nicer than me- I would have never done that. And that makes me a little sad- and a little challenged in a good way. That in the world of email, and facebook, and instant-ness, that he took the time to do something for a stranger, someone he may never meet and for which wont get anything in return.
Thank you 2402 for reminding me of how I can show Jesus' love to others to- "love your neighbor as yourself".
Meet "old tan pool guy". He is about 65. He's tan. He sits at the pool EVERY day. He doesnt read, just sits and looks around, not in a creepy way. I know what you're thinking- if you know he's at the pool every day, then so are you. Not the point. :) We just cant figure out why he doesnt work - he looks clean cut.
Then there's "Perfect Running Girl". She is tall, blonde, and leggy. And she runs in perfectly coordinating outfits and a hair is never out of place when she comes back into the Reserve after her worksout. We have also spotted her doing squats on the sidewalk outside the complex- with her bottom facing traffic. I wish I had that confidence. And we all make faces of disgust as we go out to dinner while she finishes up her workout and then goes to eat her well balanced meat with lean protein and leafy greens.
But perhaps the most interesting of the residents is the mystery boy in 2402. He received a wedding invitation intended for me by accident and sent the following note :
"Dear Sender,
I live at 2402 **** Drive and received your letter. Unfortunately, Allie does not live here. I am sending you your letter back unopened so you may re-route it.
I assume its a wedding invitation from the envelope---Congrats and Good Luck
Best-
2404"
We have come up with all sorts of stories about 2402. One things for sure- he's WAY nicer than me- I would have never done that. And that makes me a little sad- and a little challenged in a good way. That in the world of email, and facebook, and instant-ness, that he took the time to do something for a stranger, someone he may never meet and for which wont get anything in return.
Thank you 2402 for reminding me of how I can show Jesus' love to others to- "love your neighbor as yourself".
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