Wolf Whistles and Wardrobes

Leaving the office today I was amazed at the activity in and around the center city area.  I’ve heard a dignitary and celebrity rock star in flowing white robes is coming to town.  That description sounds like it came from the lips of Carl Spangler.  Not true in this instance.  The reference relates to another religious luminary from Western Europe.

No this is not an update on progress of preparations nor is it meant to disparage the Keystone State portion of the tour.  I am concerned over the twelve million dollar price tag for the two-day event.  This does not take into account the lost productivity due to the multitude of businesses forced to shutter operations, including mine, beginning Friday and probably spilling into Monday.  Can you say “Yikes”?  Don’t we have homeless and destitute personages in this community?  Right and tee shirts with the papal visage will command upwards of thirty dollars.  Free enterprise reigns.  Where is P.T. Barnum when we need him?

Okay on to more mundane things like fall weather and wardrobe changes.  I’m thrilled to free the oranges, forest greens, beiges and browns from their resting place.  I hope they’re ready for liberal presentation at multiple venues.  There’s something slightly mysterious about full skirts, slacks and jeans, close toe shoes, sweaters and long sleeve shirts.  I’m sure you understand the not-so-hidden meaning.

For those who enjoy the wolf whistles and gawkers, cooler weather may deliver goose bumps and pink flesh if you delay wardrobe change.  That’s your personal choice and I’m sure there are numerous admirers who will appreciate your thoughtfulness.

And then there’s the holiday season; time to officially celebrate good times with friends that should be heralded year round.  I’m all for overt reminders and every year I wish the spirit of the season could prevail upon us to be of good cheer for longer spells than the days beginning with Thanksgiving and ending abruptly on New Years Day.  For some we don’t need reminding but for most of the world the hustle and bustle insinuates itself on our bliss all too suddenly.  For others there is Hallmark and the others who capitalize on the hype of certain days designated for mandated outward displays of affection.

This will be my first year out and about during the entire holiday season.  Previously I was relegated to events that did not hold my interest, all in the thoughtful pursuit of another’s happiness.  Marvel of marvels I’m excited for the possibilities including, ahem, shopping for holiday fashions.  What closet would be truly complete without those bright and cheery colors, patterns and designs?

The colors in my portion of the world are magnificent and have been for some time.  Oh yeah, that goes for the fall foliage too!  I hope you can say the same with absolute confidence.

Love and hugs, Nikki DiCaro