Pucci for the Monday
Manolo says, it is Monday and you are back at your desk slaving away for The Man and his Minions, slowly breaking your spirit into tiny pieces on the keyboard of your workstation, as surely as the convict turns the big rocks into little rocks with his sledgehammer.
Oh, how you dream of freedom, fame, and great wealth, and of tall, bronzed, well-oiled men in tiny swimming trunks who bring you fruity drinks and peel plump grapes for your enjoyment.
But then, at the peak of this daydream, just as Fabio leans into view, briefly obscuring the warm Riviera sun, you remember that there people who depend upon you, the hard-working husband and the two kids in school, who need you and the mighty efforts you expend to make their lives better.
Yes, it is not glamorous, nor exciting, nor especially self-actualizing, this mundane reason for enduring the unsatisfying job, but it is, in its own way, noble. Serving those whom you love gives your life purpose and meaning, makes it possible to endure that which is difficult.
Of course, sometimes, at least in your mind, you must cut loose and let your inner Joan Collins rage. Clad in the bright red Dynasty power suit with giant shoulder pads, you would teach that biotchy regional manager the thing or two about eye-scratching, hair-pulling, and cat-fighting.
Ayyyy! Quick, we need happy-making shoes, and nothing makes the Manolo happier than shiny sandals from Pucci. Breathe deeply and enjoy the bliss.
Pucci makes the smiles!
June 30th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
Oooooh, those did make me smile! So did “biotchy”! Thanks, the Manolo.
June 30th, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Right about now is probably where I assume I’m the only man reading this.
July 1st, 2008 at 12:44 am
Actually, Matthew, I’m sure you’re not alone. But I would concur that you’re perhaps just a wee bit outnumbered.
July 1st, 2008 at 11:30 am
Manolo, this is the nicest mash note possible for us working Moms! *smooches*
July 1st, 2008 at 12:38 pm
stunning shoes!!
July 2nd, 2008 at 8:51 pm
Oh Manolo I love you so, you always know how to cheer me up.
xo
July 3rd, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Very pretty shoes indeed, and they totally brightened up my day! Thanks dear Manolo~
July 3rd, 2008 at 8:53 pm
Holy crap I want to marry these!!! I just gleeked - let me wipe the screen off…
July 3rd, 2008 at 11:09 pm
Never does a Monday morning go by when i dont dream of Pucci. Or shoes sitting atg my desk for me. Manolo love your work. Would love to exchange links. :)
http://nextannawintour.blogspot.com
July 6th, 2008 at 11:05 am
La Stylist Mom, if you are reading, please, what is “gleeking”? I love the word and plan to work it into conversation but I want to know the correct meaning.