I would give almost anything to have a weekend or even a day with my folks right now.
I need that unconditional love, comfort and hugs that only a parent can give, that makes everything better.
Nothing is wrong, just need and want that comfort right now. I want to curled up against them, drink tea, watch tv, read, and just be content.
XO.
Friday, 21 October 2011
Thursday, 20 October 2011
Flattered, but.....
In the past couple months I've received a few emails with invites to write about online clothing stores etc. With offers of receiving free items to try and review and/or a discount on their clothing lines.
Flattered, although not enough to be impressed. After viewing these online stores, it was clear the people sending me the emails have never ever read my blog, where I clearly state quite often, that I'm a plus size woman.
Know your audience. Know something about the person you're soliciting. Read the blog you're selling your proposal too. One of the many things I've learned from the talented Peter Shankman is, don't waste potential clients time, or your own.
It's not in your wisest move. It makes you look like you do not care about the prospects you're trying to reach, just the numbers, if you did not do enough or any research about the person.
Granted, some might say, I'm just a small time blogger with less than a few hundred readers that should be grateful to get more exposure. Sure, some might say that. Some (me) might also say, I may be a small time blogger, I don't write to get exposure, its a venting process. If I were to write about your product, one I can not wear, what does that say about me? I would surely lose readers and any reputation I have for being able to stand behind my word.
I wrote a nice and short response explaining it would not be a suitable fit for me to write a review on their lines as I'm a plus size woman and they carter to a very specific age/size demographic... best wishes with thanks for the invite and all that stuff etc..
Flattered, although not enough to be impressed. After viewing these online stores, it was clear the people sending me the emails have never ever read my blog, where I clearly state quite often, that I'm a plus size woman.
Know your audience. Know something about the person you're soliciting. Read the blog you're selling your proposal too. One of the many things I've learned from the talented Peter Shankman is, don't waste potential clients time, or your own.
It's not in your wisest move. It makes you look like you do not care about the prospects you're trying to reach, just the numbers, if you did not do enough or any research about the person.
Granted, some might say, I'm just a small time blogger with less than a few hundred readers that should be grateful to get more exposure. Sure, some might say that. Some (me) might also say, I may be a small time blogger, I don't write to get exposure, its a venting process. If I were to write about your product, one I can not wear, what does that say about me? I would surely lose readers and any reputation I have for being able to stand behind my word.
I wrote a nice and short response explaining it would not be a suitable fit for me to write a review on their lines as I'm a plus size woman and they carter to a very specific age/size demographic... best wishes with thanks for the invite and all that stuff etc..
Addition Elle 14+, Best Bra Shopping Experience!
I just had the least painful bra fitting/shopping experience in my life! Ever!
The staff at Addition Elle 14+ @ 7302 Marine Way Market Crossing in Burnaby, BC, Canada were amazing. I walked in, explained I was on my lunch hour and that my wire broke while at work.
Salesperson # 474737 wasted no time in small talk, she fitted me, pulled 4 styles in two sizes each style to start. She even came into the fitting room with me, to ensure I was fitting correctly, as I'd been wearing the wrong size (even though the people at The Bay did my last fitting)....
With the exception of one style, I was in and out in 20 minutes with 4 beautiful new bras suggested to me, in my possession.
This was my first experience where I didn't want to throw myself on the ground crying or kill the staff person helping me.
I wanted to hug Addition Elle staff # 474737!!!
I'm loyal member now. I'll be going back and stocking up on the gorgeous bras and panties! They do NOT look like armour. I had committed to the idea that being anything over a 40DD was going to look like amour that could shield small children from the sun with my bra.
To be a 38G/40DDD and still feel feminine + a positive experience = priceless.
Well done Addition Elle. Thank You.
Sincerely,
Just Saying...
Customer # 61437420
The staff at Addition Elle 14+ @ 7302 Marine Way Market Crossing in Burnaby, BC, Canada were amazing. I walked in, explained I was on my lunch hour and that my wire broke while at work.
Salesperson # 474737 wasted no time in small talk, she fitted me, pulled 4 styles in two sizes each style to start. She even came into the fitting room with me, to ensure I was fitting correctly, as I'd been wearing the wrong size (even though the people at The Bay did my last fitting)....
With the exception of one style, I was in and out in 20 minutes with 4 beautiful new bras suggested to me, in my possession.
This was my first experience where I didn't want to throw myself on the ground crying or kill the staff person helping me.
I wanted to hug Addition Elle staff # 474737!!!
I'm loyal member now. I'll be going back and stocking up on the gorgeous bras and panties! They do NOT look like armour. I had committed to the idea that being anything over a 40DD was going to look like amour that could shield small children from the sun with my bra.
To be a 38G/40DDD and still feel feminine + a positive experience = priceless.
Well done Addition Elle. Thank You.
Sincerely,
Just Saying...
Customer # 61437420
Boobies
The wire in my bra just made the snapping sound of a wet towel kissing a guys ass.
The wire in my bra just snapped. And I'm at work. I now have one floppy boob. Yes they're DD's so they do not sit all pretty and perky on their own people.
Stop laughing. lol It's not funny!
The only thing I hate more than bra shopping... is doing it in a rush on my lunch hour.
:(
That is all...carry on with your day now.
The wire in my bra just snapped. And I'm at work. I now have one floppy boob. Yes they're DD's so they do not sit all pretty and perky on their own people.
Stop laughing. lol It's not funny!
The only thing I hate more than bra shopping... is doing it in a rush on my lunch hour.
:(
That is all...carry on with your day now.
Cont....Social Ques - I got a little carried away.
This was my reply to Single & Picky's comment on the last entry.
Got a little carried away with my reply, so I thought I'd repost it as an entry, and welcome your input.
.....I have a few friends that are GF. It's hard. They hate it. While there are slowly becoming more GF choices it's not an easy life. Get really sick or just feel a little blah in comparison by avoiding the GF all together???
You (and other friends) are grown adults with the ability to educate themselves, ask questions, obtain professional nutritional information that will help you live a better life... FOR YOU.
For the naysayers.. screw you. Really. Educate yourself. Ask questions. Doesn't mean you have to agree in the end, but at least you'll have an informed opinion to back up your disagreeance of the issue.
Next....
Social protocol is gone.
The next generation are going to be a society of 140 characters to talk/type. There will be short hand, no more full written sentences.
Manners.... well they're already gone. No one removes their hats indoors anymore, end conversations by simply not replying, not giving up your seat to anyone who might need it, disrespecting their elders or authority, cos our legal system is flawed, and slow to prosecute those breaking the law in a timely manner.
I'm sad for the future children of this world. Personally, I think we grew entirely too fast as a species, and will destroy ourselves as a result of moving forward to fast and not taking more time to preserve the present and past in the process.
I'm sad for the days when human contact and touch is a thing of the past.
Got a little carried away with my reply, so I thought I'd repost it as an entry, and welcome your input.
.....I have a few friends that are GF. It's hard. They hate it. While there are slowly becoming more GF choices it's not an easy life. Get really sick or just feel a little blah in comparison by avoiding the GF all together???
You (and other friends) are grown adults with the ability to educate themselves, ask questions, obtain professional nutritional information that will help you live a better life... FOR YOU.
For the naysayers.. screw you. Really. Educate yourself. Ask questions. Doesn't mean you have to agree in the end, but at least you'll have an informed opinion to back up your disagreeance of the issue.
Next....
Social protocol is gone.
The next generation are going to be a society of 140 characters to talk/type. There will be short hand, no more full written sentences.
Manners.... well they're already gone. No one removes their hats indoors anymore, end conversations by simply not replying, not giving up your seat to anyone who might need it, disrespecting their elders or authority, cos our legal system is flawed, and slow to prosecute those breaking the law in a timely manner.
I'm sad for the future children of this world. Personally, I think we grew entirely too fast as a species, and will destroy ourselves as a result of moving forward to fast and not taking more time to preserve the present and past in the process.
I'm sad for the days when human contact and touch is a thing of the past.
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