Paris in the the Springtime
Remember that old word illusion?
What is wrong with this sentence:
Paris in the
the Springtime
Because people are familiar with the phrase, they tend to not notice the second “the.” I always liked things like that – or those paragraphs that are written, missing most of the letters, or with jumbled letters, but some people can read through them easily as though all the letters are there and in the right order. Your brain just fills in the gaps of what your eyes don’t see.
Like when you read a personal ad with no picture, or read a novel. Your mind creates a picture for you of the person or characters. That’s powerful stuff, but I find the brain creates positive images…and can set you up for disappointment. Because reality often (usually?) does not live up to the expectation you’ve created in your mind.
This all has absolutely nothing to do with today’s outfit…except that I keep referring to this tunic as the “Paris in the Springtime” top.
Catherine’s Plus very generously gifted me a gift card last December, but between the holidays, then the move, settling in, work stuff, yadda yadda yadda, I just this month set out to spend the gift card that had been burning a hole in my pocket for three months! So far I’ve gotten the navy blue capri leggings I showed you last week here…and this charming Paris print cream tunic. I’ve been looking for more a) printed tops and b) tunics vs. tees, so this was a win-win! I really like it under my cream cardi but I can also wear it under either the camel or black ones.
I do have to say, Catherine’s sizing is very generous. I purchased several things in a 3x (my normal size) and they were way too large for me, so they went back. Going forward, I’ll be looking at the 2x items…but it’s nice to know I have some leeway in their sizing. With a lot of brands I’m at the very tip-top of their sizing, with no more “up” to go.
I’m also trying to break my sneaker habit so wore these little taupe flats from Target, but…very quickly my feet were in pain. Not the shoes’ fault, my feet just need some extra-special care.
The confused oncologist: the rest of the story
Goodness, so many people asked about this I figured I better explain. To make a long story short, he almost seemed to be looking at someone else’s chart as he examined me. He asked me about seeing three different doctors at different times and in different locations, who I have never seen. I was like what? huh? me? what? And each time he would apologize, say “my bad,” but then move onto the next question which was about yet another doctor I have never seen. Even the “checkout” and scheduling my next appointments was confusing. I mean, HE seemed confused. Or distracted. Or something. Anyway. I go Thursday for a CT scan…and have my follow-up with him in OCTOBER. I don’t really understand the order they’re scheduling things in. So, nothing is wrong. He’s not confused about ME. He just seems sorta confused in general.
The End.
What I Wore:
- Catherine’s Meadow Signature Crepe Buttonfront Tunic, size 3x. Gifted.
- Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda tapered jeans, size 22w short.
- Old Navy open-front duster length cardigan. Size 2x. Sold out in cream, but still available in light grey, black and navy blue.
- Taupe flats from Target. No longer available. Comparable here.
- A New Day Women’s Clubmaster sunglasses from Target.
Photos by me.
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jodie filogomo
I always skip over the extra words like that…and have to go back and reread it to find the mistake. So is this outfit Paris in the the Springtime?
And thanks for the rest of the story. Maybe your oncologist was having a brain fog day??
I just love your photos with all the brokah….
OXOX
Jodie
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Karen
What lovely pictures, Bettye ~ love the colorful flowers! And I think your tunic top is lovely too!
I was also puzzled by your doctor appointment. Last year I called my dentist office to be seen as soon as possible for a tooth issue. After checking “my” chart they were very confused and quizzical and finally said just come in and we’ll figure it out. Turns out they were looking at the wrong chart, and immediately apologized for that when I showed up for my appointment.
Which makes me wonder if there was a mix up with your chart–and doctor had the wrong chart on the screen. Easy to happen I would guess!
Melissa
Your photography skills are amazing! As a new subscriber, I must admit to truly enjoying your posting/writing style. I smile every time your posts show up in my inbox. 🙂
Melissa
Your photography skills are amazing! As a new subscriber, I must admit to truly enjoying your posting/writing style. I smile every time your posts show up in my inbox. 🙂
Chris
Ooh, that’s a wonderful close up of those pink roses(?) in the pot! Spring has sprung! Doctors…just like us…bad days, confused, but sure don’t want them to be anything except on their game.
Iris
Love the “Paris” top – actually the entire outfit. I hear you about the shoes – it can be a real pain.
The flowers are always gorgeous – and I agree with several comments about your photography skills. Good job.
Grace & Peace,Iris
http://www.IrisOriginalsRamblings.com
Tina von Tinaspinkfriday
Wow Bettye these are wonderful pictures. You look amazing and this tunic is amazing.
bettyewp
Thanks so much, Tina. I do love the tunic. I have no doubt you have an Eiffel tower shaped handbag that would be darling with it, or a red beret!
Missy May
I love the comfort of your outfit a lot. You look wonderful!
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bettyewp
Thanks, Missy May! Thanks for stopping by!
susan
I love Paris in the springtime…
The tunic, I meant, not trying to steal anyone’s song. Also enjoyed the way you styled it. If those shoes hurt your feet, why not try those beautiful espadrille type shoes I saw you wearing a few posts back? They looked cool and comfy.
Your spring pics are epic. I just love them all, in particular the daffodils. I am really quite surprised that National Geographic hasn’t snatched you up. Speaking of spring, I saw a wild turkey with all his feathers spread out (it’s mating season, apparently) last Monday, and yesterday, saw another. I can’t tell you how much this gladdened my heart, and its stuck with me the entire week. Every time I see a wooded copse in my travels, I slow down and my eyes begin the turkey-scanning. It makes me fantastically happy that in spite of all this (over) development, there are still nearby places where turkeys can get it on in peace. God bless the horny, tasty little gobblers!
Actually, these were not little at all. Quite large, they were, and quite fast, Cornell lab of Ornithology tells me.
However, I digress…
Great post, Bettye.
bettyewp
BLURGH!!! I wrote a whole long response to your comment, all about the changing ecology of Long Island, blah blah blah…and it’s gone!!! Damn You, Internet!!!
Well, the good news is I’ve been thinking of writing a post about Long Island for some time, so…now there’s just more content for it! So…I’ll share my wild turkey photo soon!