tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post9088775657229263899..comments2024-03-15T19:47:04.133-04:00Comments on Being Ron: Old Versus NewRonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15977027331657615697noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-79862683809925557292012-06-08T20:46:59.011-04:002012-06-08T20:46:59.011-04:00Hiya Tara~
That's a GREAT idea!
I've act...Hiya Tara~<br /><br />That's a GREAT idea!<br /><br />I've actually purchased items from a consignment shop, but never thought to look for jeans!?! I've gotten some great clothing items (and inexpensive) out of consignment.<br /><br />" I can usually get two-three years out of them before the crotch or inner thighs blow out. "<br /><br />Me too! And I've gotten WAY over that amount with my old jeans. I think probably about FIVE years, so I should be grateful.<br /><br />"I have learned that air drying my jeans after washing makes them last much longer."<br /><br />I try to let my jeans dry about half way and then take them out of the dryer to air dry. But maybe I will take your advice and let them air dry totally.<br /><br />Great advice!<br /><br />Hey, maybe you should start a blog on giving helpful tips and advice!!!<br /><br />And you could call it...."Tara's Tips"<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by! Have a maaaavlalous weekend!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-1816887408773536532012-06-08T15:54:17.005-04:002012-06-08T15:54:17.005-04:00Have you considered finding jeans at a thrift stor...Have you considered finding jeans at a thrift store or consignment shop? "Gently used" would be way better than brand new.<br /><br />I always mourn the loss of a well worn pair of jeans. I can usually get two-three years out of them before the crotch or inner thighs blow out. I suppose I could patch them (i do own a sewing machine and even know how to darn), but meh...too much work, and us girls love to shop. I have learned that air drying my jeans after washing makes them last much longer.Tara Cutlernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-77115710894698730362012-06-08T09:49:43.734-04:002012-06-08T09:49:43.734-04:00Hey there Diane~
Yes, we a wonderful time during ...Hey there Diane~<br /><br />Yes, we a wonderful time during out blogger reunion! I will be posting about it tomorrow!<br /><br />"One day those new jeans will be your favorite old jeans...but I wonder how long that really takes?"<br /><br />God, I hope so because so far they feel like I'm wearing a TIN SUIT - HA!<br /><br />Actually, some of my readers gave me GREAT advice on how to soften both the texture and color of the jeans. Hope it works before I leave at the end of the month!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend! Hope all is well and that you're enjoying the month June!<br /><br />Much X to you and Cristybella!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-34625745116344085902012-06-08T00:16:09.994-04:002012-06-08T00:16:09.994-04:00hope you had a fun blogger reunion :) sounds so e...hope you had a fun blogger reunion :) sounds so exciting! One day those new jeans will be your favorite old jeans...but I wonder how long that really takes? I need to scan your comments to see if any readers have a great idea for softening up new jeans. xo, dianehou07grlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-35835223889086600202012-06-05T18:25:34.506-04:002012-06-05T18:25:34.506-04:00*waving*
Hiya Jay!
Tee, hee...aren't I silly...*waving*<br /><br />Hiya Jay!<br /><br />Tee, hee...aren't I silly man?<br /><br />" Rough and scratchy I do not do. And like you, I hate buying new jeans and put it off as long as possible. Even then I can't throw the old ones out, because of course jeans with pockets hanging off, frayed bottoms and the crotch hanging out might come in handy, for .... um ... something!"<br /><br />I soooooooooo hear ya, my friend! I too put it off as long as possible. That's why I got these jeans MONTHS ago, so that they would have time to fade and loosen up.<br /><br />"Have you tried bleaching those new jeans? Might be quickly than waiting for the steamroller and acid rain!"<br /><br />HAHAHHAHAHAHAHHA! If they don't fade soon, I may just try that. Thanks for the suggestion!!!!<br /><br />*two thumbs up*<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-9953922558436142232012-06-05T18:07:36.902-04:002012-06-05T18:07:36.902-04:00Hahahahahahaha! Brilliant!! And I am SO with you...Hahahahahahaha! Brilliant!! And I am SO with you.<br /><br />I always, always, always wash clothing and bedlinen before I use or wear the things. Rough and scratchy I do not do. And like you, I hate buying new jeans and put it off as long as possible. Even then I can't throw the old ones out, because of course jeans with pockets hanging off, frayed bottoms and the crotch hanging out might come in handy, for .... um ... something!<br /><br />Have you tried bleaching those new jeans? Might be quickly than waiting for the steamroller and acid rain!Jaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-53115048578158539842012-06-04T12:37:52.934-04:002012-06-04T12:37:52.934-04:00Howdy Robert~
"They were without a doubt the...Howdy Robert~<br /><br />"They were without a doubt the most comfortable jeans I owned. Sadly, I eventually tossed them."<br /><br />I have a feeling that eventually I'll have to do the same thing because they're falling apart so much, that I can't even cut them into shorts. :(<br /><br />"Wranglers are also my favorite brand because they wear long, fit well, and they're inexpensive. I mean they're jeans, so I don't want to spend a fortune on them."<br /><br />Exactly! I love Wranglers!<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by, pal. Have a super week!<br /><br />xRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-1818764278464289212012-06-04T12:28:20.362-04:002012-06-04T12:28:20.362-04:00Hey Ron, those old jeans of yours look very simila...Hey Ron, those old jeans of yours look very similar to a pair I once owned, sans the denim iron on patch. They were without a doubt the most comfortable jeans I owned. Sadly, I eventually tossed them.<br /><br />"Jeans are like wine, they get better with age."<br /><br />I agree! Breaking in a new pairs of jeans sucks.<br /><br />Wranglers are also my favorite brand because they wear long, fit well, and they're inexpensive. I mean they're jeans, so I don't want to spend a fortune on them.Robertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-33667802175112150042012-06-04T10:05:41.786-04:002012-06-04T10:05:41.786-04:00Hey there Jen~
"I have to agree with Herman....Hey there Jen~<br /><br />"I have to agree with Herman. Acid wash is terrible"<br /><br />Especially the ones that Diesels sells. They look like hideous! And for the prices they charge, it's ridiculous!<br /><br />" I totally understand the comfort of faded and well worn jeans. There's that sweet spot when you've gotten them just to the perfect point of wear."<br /><br />Ah....you said it! That sweet spot!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend! Have a grrreat week!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-41193909842530019352012-06-04T08:23:27.709-04:002012-06-04T08:23:27.709-04:00I have to agree with Herman. Acid wash is terrible...I have to agree with Herman. Acid wash is terrible. But, I totally understand the comfort of faded and well worn jeans. There's that sweet spot when you've gotten them just to the perfect point of wear. Then, I just want to keep them in suspended animation forever.whenpigsflynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-34792800178497327142012-06-03T19:55:41.738-04:002012-06-03T19:55:41.738-04:00Hey there Herman~
"That's a part of the ...Hey there Herman~<br /><br />"That's a part of the 80's I'm glad is firmly stuck in the rearview mirror. *shudder* ;-)"<br /><br />HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA! Right?<br /><br />And if you ever check out the prices for acid-washed jeans at Diesel, you will DIE!<br /><br />You could probably buy a used car, cheaper!<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by, buddy. Hope you and the family had a wonderful weekend!<br /><br />X to you, Karin, and Mr. Tyler!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-10047881557314208592012-06-03T19:44:26.327-04:002012-06-03T19:44:26.327-04:00Nonononono...can just try to forget that there eve...Nonononono...can just try to forget that there ever things known as "acid wash jeans"? That's a part of the 80's I'm glad is firmly stuck in the rearview mirror. *shudder* ;-)Herman Turnipnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-45896600383552759342012-06-03T19:02:07.104-04:002012-06-03T19:02:07.104-04:00Hellooooooooooooo Peg~
Isn't that the GREATES...Hellooooooooooooo Peg~<br /><br />Isn't that the GREATEST feeling????<br /><br />COMFY.<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend. Hope you had a great weekend and got a bit of rest in because you deserve it.<br /><br />(((( You )))))<br /><br />X to you and D!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-4927855833400709082012-06-03T17:18:32.825-04:002012-06-03T17:18:32.825-04:00I understand wanting the "lived in" feel...I understand wanting the "lived in" feel.pegbur7noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-71830781192228995572012-06-03T10:16:44.843-04:002012-06-03T10:16:44.843-04:00Hey there Jeff~
"I'd have a new set of s...Hey there Jeff~<br /><br />"I'd have a new set of sheets on my bed once a week and I'd have them put on right out of a refrigerator. I love me some crisp cool sheets."<br /><br />OH. MY. GOD. You're kidding me??????? Oh well, to each his own :) Now, I DO like my sheets COOL, especially during the summer months. I'm one of those people who likes to FLIP my pillow while I sleep so that I'm laying on a COOL spot - HA! If I could fit my pillows in the fridge before I go to sleep I would!<br /><br />"I wear Wrangler jeans too. I like the way they fit and they're a boat load less expensive than Levi's or many others. In fact I buy them at Kmart."<br /><br />Yaaaaaaaaaay another Wrangler lover! That's where I bought these jeans too, Kmart. I'll have check the next time I'm there and see if they have the faded ones because I didn't see them when I bought these. And yes, isn't Kmart the JUNKIEST store ever? The one here in Philly looks like war zone.<br /><br />We had a blast meeting up. I will probably be posting about it sometime next week!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, buddy! Always great to see ya! Hope you're enjoying a faaaaaabulous weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />X<br /><br />P.S. we finally got some cooler weather this weekend after being hit with a heatwave last week - OY!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-88250581469692516372012-06-02T23:34:44.978-04:002012-06-02T23:34:44.978-04:00If I were rich instead of so damn good looking ;) ...If I were rich instead of so damn good looking ;) I'd have a new set of sheets on my bed once a week and I'd have them put on right out of a refrigerator. I love me some crisp cool sheets.<br /><br />I wear Wrangler jeans too. I like the way they fit and they're a boat load less expensive than Levi's or many others. In fact I buy them at Kmart. It's the only time I go into that junky store too. I like to buy the washed or faded ones they have and they're not any more $$'s.<br /><br />Glad you got to meet some blogging buddies. I got to do that a couple years ago and it was great.Jeff Bnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-20885478453649819912012-06-02T20:55:08.952-04:002012-06-02T20:55:08.952-04:00Hey there V Girl!
" those "new" ol...Hey there V Girl!<br /><br />" those "new" old jeans look tore up from the floor up, ron."<br /><br />I know...don't they look RANKY??? I edited that one on PicMonkey, but I had no idea what I was doing. I just fiddled around with the special effects and it came out that way - HA!<br /><br />I know exactly what you mean because I truly have such difficult time finding ANY kind of pants in my size, let alone jeans. Wranglers are the only brand that seems to fit me. All my dress pants are from the young men's department.<br /><br />"and it was great meeting you. you are so cute, jumping up and down in the parking garage. we must do it again and this year in the big city."<br /><br />Ditto, girl! Last night I called my mother and told her what a GREAT time I had meeting you gals. Yes, PLEASE, let's do this again. And next time in NYC!!!!!!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by. Hope you're having a wonderful weekend! Isn't the weather gorgeous? I've been out all day enjoying it.<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-69253952764275946302012-06-02T17:58:11.906-04:002012-06-02T17:58:11.906-04:00hahah. those "new" jeans look tore up f...hahah. those "new" jeans look tore up from the floor up, ron. but i know the comfort you speak of. i had a pair of jeans like that, torn, raggedy, holes, fraying and finally my mom asked if i were going to get rid of them. she's not used to seeing me look a mess, but they were the only jeans i had that fit and they felt like butter. now i have no jeans, not one pair. i've tried on several, but none fit like the pair i had, so i'm still searching. pooh.ladyVnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-6761266379084824042012-06-02T11:28:30.866-04:002012-06-02T11:28:30.866-04:00Hola Denise~
"I also like purchasing previou...Hola Denise~<br /><br />"I also like purchasing previously owned pieces of furniture because it feels like they have a past."<br /><br />OMG...I feel the same way, I can't believe you said that!!! I know this sounds strange, but I like purchasing something previously owned because it feels like the 'essence' of the previous owner is IN it and has been handed down. Does that make sense?<br /><br />"Oh, that was funny because I could picture it."<br /><br />I swear to god, that's exactly what it feels like - the TIN MAN!!!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, girl! Enjoy a super-duper weekend!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-23595712856661092492012-06-02T10:55:02.578-04:002012-06-02T10:55:02.578-04:00Ron, I feel the same way about certain things bein...Ron, I feel the same way about certain things being old versus new. I definitely prefer older/used sheets to new ones. There is nothing more uncomfortable than new bed dressings. I also like purchasing previously owned pieces of furniture because it feels like they have a past.<br /><br />I don't wear jeans much because I just don't feel like I look good in them. But if I do wear them, I like them soft and movable.<br /><br />"And they’re still so stiff it feels I’m like wearing the Tin Man’s costume in “The Wizard of Oz.”<br /><br />Oh, that was funny because I could picture it.<br /><br />Have a wonderful weekend, Ron. Hope you had fun meeting your friends.Denisenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-42449551734535224012012-06-02T09:47:04.260-04:002012-06-02T09:47:04.260-04:00Hellooooooooo Pam~
"As a matter of fact I ha...Hellooooooooo Pam~<br /><br />"As a matter of fact I have a spray called “linen” that I will spritz on my sheets right before bed time which makes them smell so fresh! And I feel like I’m sleeping on freshly laundered sheets!"<br /><br />Oh, how cool! I've seen those sprays in stores before and often wondered how they were. I sometime use 'fresh linen' scented plug-ins in my apartment and LOVE the smell!<br /><br />"I can’t find them because I’m tall and thin and for some reason designers don’t think tall people are skinny."<br /><br />Yup, I know what you mean because they don't seem to make jeans for short and thin men either. I often buy jeans in the young men's department because they're the only ones that fit me. Plus, they're much cheaper.<br /><br />"I just threw out a pair of jeans because they ripped from the back belt loop down to the crotch—my entire behind was showing! There was no way I could fix those suckers."<br /><br />HA! That's exactly where the jeans you see in the collage are at, but I don't have the heart to throw them out. They're getting to the point where I honestly can't wear them out in public anymore because I look like a male stripper - HA!<br /><br />Thanks a bunch for stopping by, Pam! Have a fantabulous weekend! Enjoy this beautiful weather we're having!<br /><br />XRonhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-57885645381038517462012-06-02T09:36:29.133-04:002012-06-02T09:36:29.133-04:00Hey there Jeanne~
" You can pay an arm and a...Hey there Jeanne~<br /><br />" You can pay an arm and a leg for what one thinks is fabulous quality sheets only to get home and find out that they are like an emery board!!"<br /><br />HAHHAHAHAHAHAA....an EMERY BOARD! Loved that!!!!!<br /><br />"My sister irons everything...secretly I think underwear is included in that!! Her jeans are ironed!! And STIFF! Don't even know how she can walk in them."<br /><br />OMG....she irons her jeans too?!?!? And me? I'm trying to get them UN-ironed. HA! Oh well, to each his own, right?<br /><br />"Blogger Meetings ROCK!!"<br /><br />You are soooooooooo right! And we had such an AWESOME time too! We've known each other for 3-4 years and were finally able to get together at a time when we all had the day free. Getting together with fellow-bloggers is like getting together with old friends. I've met some of the most wonderful people through blogging!<br /><br />And yes, one of these days you and I will meet too!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by, dear lady. Have a terrific weekend! Isn't the weather gorgeous??<br /><br />X to you and the girlz!Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-54268821484557805042012-06-02T03:24:38.414-04:002012-06-02T03:24:38.414-04:00I know what you mean Ron! I HATE getting into bed...I know what you mean Ron! I HATE getting into bed and feeling like I'm in a straightjacket!! And getting paper cuts....bwahahaha! It's possible with the quality of some of today's sheets!! You can pay an arm and a leg for what one thinks is fabulous quality sheets only to get home and find out that they are like an emery board!! And the jeans...do not EVEN get me started on the jeans!!! My sister irons everything...secretly I think underwear is included in that!! Her jeans are ironed!! And STIFF! Don't even know how she can walk in them. I shouldn't criticize, but I personally prefer them nice and s o f t!!!<br /><br />OOOh! What FUN!!! Blogger Meetings ROCK!! I'm having my blogger friend over tomorrow!! Can't wait to hear all about your luncheon and tour!! One day I will get to Philly...I hope!! Have a terrific weekend Ron!! xo<br />JeanneJeanne Pursellhttp://bermudabluez.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-9998156136959636012012-06-02T00:16:58.008-04:002012-06-02T00:16:58.008-04:00Ron, I have to sleep on soft bed sheets too. As a ...Ron, I have to sleep on soft bed sheets too. As a matter of fact I have a spray called “linen” that I will spritz on my sheets right before bed time which makes them smell so fresh! And I feel like I’m sleeping on freshly laundered sheets!<br /><br />My jeans are disintegrating too and I’m having a heck of a time finding jeans that I like. I can’t stand jeans for women now-a-days. The rises are about two inches above fur and they are so damn uncomfortable. Plus you have to wear tops that are super long unless you want your underwear and stomach showing! WTH? <br /><br />I’d settle for jeans that are dark if I could find them with a decent rise and I’d pay good money too. I can’t find them because I’m tall and thin and for some reason designers don’t think tall people are skinny. <br /><br />I cracked up at your “crotch” patch. I just threw out a pair of jeans because they ripped from the back belt loop down to the crotch—my entire behind was showing! There was no way I could fix those suckers. I guess after years of wearing and washing they just gave out. So, if I don’t find jeans soon I’ll be running around in my underwear because more will be ripping/giving out ;-)<br /><br />Have a fantabulous weekend and fun with your blogging buddies! How exciting!Pamela D Harthttp://www.hartsbeat.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092603952139807812.post-19808842938781559102012-06-01T23:22:26.974-04:002012-06-01T23:22:26.974-04:00*waving*
Hiya Mel!
Yes...we had an AWESOME time!...*waving*<br /><br />Hiya Mel!<br /><br />Yes...we had an AWESOME time! It's funny how when you meet up with people who you've been blogging with for years, how they always end up being exactly how you thought they would when you meet them in person! And yes, I will be posting photos sometime next week. In fact, we all just emailed each other our photos and are looking through them now.<br /><br />"OHMYGOSH.......I so need to hang sheets this weekend--just for the smell. <br />But that was the 'old' way--and dryers with softner sheets just don't do the same for me."<br /><br />No you're right, they don't. There is NOTHING like the feel and smell of hung-out-to-dry sheets. Dryer sheets don't do the same thing.<br /><br />"I have a difficult time finding Levis or any OTHER make of jeans that fit AND have the length that I need. I've run out of the 'normal' sizes and I'm just not willing to go into those slim cut, low rise......"<br /><br />I know exactly what you mean because I have the same problem. I'm small waisted and my inseam is also short, and they don't make MAN SIZE jeans in my size, so I end up having to get young boys jeans. I've always had a challenging time finding pants in general. I need a certain 'cut' to look good. I'm also not a very patient shopper because I really don't like shopping for clothes.<br /><br />"But lemme assure you-- it's a cardinal sin to toss out old jeans..even with patches on the right side of the......ummm......or the left! You wear longer shirts and untuck 'em......or you get nifty dragonfly patches or sew on patches with a blanket stitch and go for a funky look!"<br /><br />OMG...I love that! And I so agree! By the time jeans get to the point of REALLY fitting well, it's time to throw them out and I WON'T. I know it sounds funny, but they become like 'good friends' to me, so it breaks my heart to toss em'!<br /><br />Thanks oodles for stopping by, dear lady! Have a glorious weekend!<br /><br />(((((( You ))))))<br /><br />X<br /><br />P.S. this weekend the temps here are dropping down, and brother am I a happy camper. 94 degrees is waaaaay too hot.Ronhttp://www.triloquist.netnoreply@blogger.com