Comments | ras2883: "I see," said the blind man.

ras2883

"I see," said the blind man.

May 24, 2006 10:57

Last evening I had harped long enough, and my mother finally drove me to The Eyeglass Shoppe for new glasses. My eyes had been examined way back in March, so I actually could've ordered frames then had I not been such a dickweed and worn contact lenses to the appointment. But because I didn't, trying on prospective specs was pointless, as I couldn' ( Read more... )

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Comments 9

unsomnambulist May 24 2006, 19:38:20 UTC

There is something delightfully thrilling in finding just the right set of frames.

ras2883 May 24 2006, 23:02:01 UTC

I take great pride in finding the perfect set of glasses, whether they are unique or simply fit one's personality. They're like a fine piece of jewelry, purse or shoes. Why settle?

tomwalker May 24 2006, 20:17:58 UTC

I won't even recognize you when I see you next. But that's because I too need glasses. Would you still love me if I wore nerdy black glasses a la Ben Folds. I'm going to need them to continue playing with Adam and Will. And those goggles I sent you the link to...with the Red Baron style leather helmet (I actually wore something like that at older Heal shows ( ... )

ras2883 May 24 2006, 22:56:19 UTC

First the haircolor, now the glasses -- I'm becoming a professional. But professional what? I really can't see (pun intended) you in glasses of any sort, EXCEPT those goggles.

I don't think I could ever be your primary editor, because we're too close, and I take editing very seriously. When you critique a friend's, family member's or lover's work, they often become defensive, even if you're really trying to help (i.e. your rewrite of my grad. school essay or my recent slaughter of B.'s Pitt personal statement). Plus, you never let anybody read your stuff, and that's why you always hand in crap.

My new spectacles will most likely be ready Fri. or Sat., so maybe if you can finangle a car again you can see them this very weekend. I won't count on anything, though, because expecting two weekend trips in a row is selfish.

I need to start writing seriously as well. I'm going to devote a set time every morning to writing. Perhaps a schedule of a new topic every other day, with the in-between days allotted for revising? The Crooked Truth ( ... )

break_contact May 24 2006, 20:27:58 UTC

I never knew there was so much emphisis on finding a pair of glasses-and by no means is that bad! Next pair I think of this! Although contacts will be the next big purchase!

ras2883 May 24 2006, 23:05:16 UTC

Ha. I'm insanely picky. I bought new contacts yesterday, too, although I rarely wear them anymore.

tomwalker May 25 2006, 07:15:07 UTC

Wait a minute...is this what made you want to get into journalism?

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ras2883 May 25 2006, 14:35:14 UTC

Glitter gel pen (Press)? Gemstones (Gazette)?! Sequins (and Scandals)?!? Glitter glue (Gossip)?!?!

If this was my first impression what a journalist is, I would've started writing immediately and would be getting my Ph.D. as we speak.

Where did you find this...this...I NEED TO HAVE IT!

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ras2883 May 25 2006, 23:23:54 UTC

i just might take you up on this offer when i someday buy those vintage frames i like.

you are a good man, even though you HATE CHRIS GAINES/GARTH BROOKS.