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This is the best comment “ Anonymousse don’t worry about Larry, the body is a weird ass place; just make sure that doctor knows she’s working on your money maker.”
Hope the appointment went ok yesterday.
How are you doing anonymousse?
I’d like to see Foo Fighters sometime. I’ve loved them since I was about 13. Omg. 30 years ago.
Watching Jury Duty with the husband. It’s so fun! Def recommend.
I’d do it before your review Copa. I’ve found it’s better to bring up issues before a review, whether you’re a manager or an employee.
That’s the only thing I hate about my backpack when I walk home. I do get a sweaty back. But there’s no way, with my lower back problems, I could do a tote.
I typically take the bus into the office, which takes about 20 minutes, and walk the 2.8 miles home, which takes about 40. I’ve made it in 35 though.
Oh, if I were in a sports-related field or wanted something more athletic, I’d go for a different look for sure. I’ll keep my eye out.
I was also checking out Tumi’s, but those cost even more.
I also have a Patagonia that’s packable and can be used as a backpack or tote. It worked so well on safari in Africa and now I use it for all longer travel. It worked great in the Galapagos too. In Kenya/Tanzania, all I had was that and a small duffel for two weeks due to the weight limit of the tiny planes we were using to get from place to place. It was so freeing!
I only recently bought the Rowledge. The husband broke my older backpack while vacuuming… it ate my strap. I wanted something a little more streamlined anyway and had been looking for awhile. So, thanks husband!
Oh, absolutely! I hold by my side or between my legs. The handles that make it more like a tote are so helpful for that.
I might not take it off on a non-crowded bus, but I’m def aware of what I’m doing and will adjust accordingly.
I will say, people who keep giant tote bags on their shoulders are also a problem. A lot of times, you’re slamming them into the heads of people sitting. That’s on planes too.
I have the Lo & Sons Rowledge. It’s handy and can be converted to a tote if you want to hold it closer to your body on public transport.
It’s similar to Copa’s. Just a little bigger and has the tote handles.
EDT: There’s two different sizes in the Rowledge. I have the bigger one because my work laptop is a little bigger.
I’ll check it out @kate. Thanks!! I hadn’t looked in a long while.
I don’t know why that one bag and color is stuck in my head, but it is. The smaller one sounds perfect since I’d mostly use it on a a night out.
Ooh, other splurge item, my MIL gave me her mother’s mink. It’s in mint condition and beautiful. She was going to get rid of it and asked if I wanted it first. Since it’s super old, it’s ok to own/wear out on a special occasion, right?
There was an article a few months ago in the NYT, I think, as to why designer bags have increased in price. I can’t remember the reasons. It also touched on the poorer quality.
I’ve always wanted to own a vintage, red Chanel.
Even the vintage ones are going up in price according the article. I do remember that tidbit. But I haven’t looked lately. A few years ago, it was $5k ish for vintage.
If it wasn’t NYT, it may have been the Cut.
@anonymousse, I won’t spring for a ClareV either. Way too much IMO.
@copa, I’m also a crossbody or hands free for life too. I used to LOVE my madewell leather tote. Used it daily for the better part of 10+ years. Smaller and crossbody is easier and better for my back. Same reason my work bag will always be a backpack. If I drove, maybe it’d be different.
Ooh, I wanted a cute pair of sneakers to wear with dresses walking around Italy. The Birdie sneakers are so, so comfortable. They’re roomie and work with my bunions. Excellent purchase. I ordered a 1/2 size up per the recommendation.
Thanks for the well wishes everyone.
I think CoJ linked to a ClareV bag when she was in Paris. They’re super expensive. Janelle on her team did a post of different belt bags. In Italy right now and not seeing a lot of those. I’ve been checking out the street style. It’s similar to what I’m seeing in Chicago and New York.
Took a high speed train from Rome to Florence this morning. I truly wish the U.S. had the infrastructure for high speed trains. We’re way too dependent on personal vehicles. Also, happened to run into a coworker at the Florence train station. Heard my name called out. Looked over. And crazy!!!! Another will be in Sorrento at the same time we are, but I knew she’d be here.
