Bad Credit Girl

I’ve just called the girls to see whether if we are going to do something on Friday night. We went to Sona last week, so I thought that this time we should do something different not to wild and not to quiet.

They all agreed to go to the movies and we chose Sex And The City, The Movie. Yes, I know it’s been on screen for a while, but I couldn’t manage to see it till now. I don’t like to go to the movies alone, and everybody else has already seen it!!! What was I supposed to do??

I wanted to see that movie since I first heard they were going to make it. I saw the whole show and I love Carrie’s style I think (and always say) every woman in the world should take at least the time to see only one chapter of the TV show and think about her own style and it would mean a lot of help to more than one!!!

I don’t know why, but every time I write I tend to loose the main idea of why am I writing…where was I??? Oh yes, the movie! Well, everybody saw it. And they were talking a lot about it…it was awful to lie about watching a movie. But I couldn’t let people know that I haven’t seen it yet when I’m always telling people how to dress and I’ve also bought a pair or two of Manolo Blahnik shoes!!!

As it was my idea, I was in charge of the tickets. What a hard work!!! As the movie is almost released, I couldn’t find a cinema and I started getting desperate. Finally I got tickets for Friday night, 10:15pm at Century 8 in North Hollywood. It’s a bit far but the movie is worth the sacrifice!!!

I’m still waiting for my Neiman Marcus’ Store Card!. Yes, I know it’s been just a day… Wasn’t it enough?? It should be here, I can’t wait!!!!

I thought of it all morning, and as always that something new is going on, I wasn’t able to concentrate much at work.

As soon as I got home I started viewing the online catalog all over again and I’m still in love with the trench, but I’ve changed my mind on the Valentino’s shoes, I think I’d rather buy those magnificent Yves Saint Laurent black pumps. They’ll go perfect with everything!!!

I was looking at the makeup section and I decided to renew mine as well. I think I’ll go for the Dior Collection, they have a great variety of textures and colors that will be perfect for the summer.

And I’ll probably buy a new pair of sunglasses…I just seen Gucci’s and I loved them I’m enjoying the web site a lot, they have everything. The home and entertainment section is great. And what to say about clothing section (I’ve also looked at the men’s section they have great things for them) I can’t stop finding things that I want. My list is almost two pages long!!! I can’t wait!!!! I think I’ll go by Neiman Marcus tomorrow and try the trench on. I could use another credit card to buy it, but I thought that would be my new card’s first buy so I’ll probably wait till I have it.

Well, maybe not…who knows!

Back from work I stopped by Neiman Marcus just to have a look on what’s new and I was offered to obtain their Store Credit Card. Of course I said yes (you know how much I love credit cards), unfortunately I didn’t have much time so I just filled in the forms and they told me it will be sent to me by mail.

At first I was just happy to have a new credit card, but when I got home I searched for the online store, and so far I think I’ve already checked every single object they have on sale. I’ve found so many things that I want to buy that I started making a list. I cannot wait to have my card!!!

I was told to wait from 3 to 5 business days which is not a loooot of time, but now that I know what I’m going to buy it seems that I’ll have to wait forever!

I’ve found this beautiful Techno Trench by Valentino Red that I just can’t wait to wear. And I’m pretty sure I’ll have to buy another pair of shoes to match with it… probably those Valentino’s on the same picture… but I’m not sure I’ll have to go back as soon as I have my card and try them on… then I’ll decide. But I already know I’ll have the trench!

Oh my god I’m so excited talking about shopping! What will I do for the next 3 to 5 business days????

Last night I decided to get a little spoiled. I made dinner (some delicious homemade microwave macaroni) put music, and light some scented candles that I had bought time ago.

This morning, before leaving I wanted to put some order in the living room. When I finished, I realized that my shirt was covered with spots of those candles (which I won’t buy again in my entire life).

Once I finished insulting the stupid candle, I went into hysterics. It was time to leave and I had not a clue on what will I do! I took a deep breathe and then I told myself… “Niki, do not let this ruin your day”. And I did not. I took another deep breathe and started to figure what could I wear.

30 minutes later, dressed and with a beautiful smile I decided that it was no sooo late, and I still had a few minutes to do my stop at Starbucks… Then I started to curse again as soon as walked into the store and saw the row they had. (People do not work? Nobody has to be on time?) I hate it, every morning the same thing. Always the same people.

On one hand those who have nothing to do but standing at the bar and start asking “what is this? what is that? mmm Ok, I’ll take this. Oh no no no wait! better that one!” In this group are also those who place a huge order to be “nice” with all their colleagues, and suddenly can’t figure how to carry the 100 drinks they’d ordered (Come on! haven’t those people realized that humans have only 2 arms?) Then, you have the nice and polite people (I come on this group) that order and pay in less than 3 minutes (cause we had plenty of time to choose while we were waiting!) Finally there are those who are standing behind you, and although they have no reason, will still complain and ruin your day. But we don’t care about them. Those people will never be happy.

Following the main story (mine!) I like to drink a different one every day, according to my mood. Today I had a Honey Latte (delicious!) It changed my day from good to great!. I ended up being late to work, but my boss didn’t seem to care much when I gave her the Strawberries & Creme Frappuccino that I bought for her.

In short, we shouldn’t take these things to serious… is the ritual of every day at Starbucks.

We are late to work, we complain doing rows, we fight with our neighbors… and spend half of our salary there!  But we walk out holding a piece of heaven in our hands, and knowing tomorrow will be worse … but we will keep coming!

I feel really bored today. I still have that cold, and I couldn’t go out last night. As I didn’t have much to do, I reviewed this week’s mail. I come to think now, perhaps it would have been better to stay in bed and do nothing.

As I had a look into my mailbox, the Credit Card Statements began to appear. I don’t want to hear a thing about it. I have no idea how much have I already spent among all my cards, and I don’t think I would like to know. Another “happy” found was the auto loan, which I don’t know why would I have asked for (well, actually I know, who can be without a car in this city!). The only thing that I was happy to find were a few shopping catalogues of my favorite stores that were finally the only things I picked up.

After passing over an hour watching the catalogues and thinking about things I should renew of my wardrobe I remembered of the “non desired mail” and went back for it.

I said I went back for it, not that I opened it. It’s still stacked on the table and I really do not feel encouraged enough to open a single one of those letters. I feel panic of what can they say. I think it’s been more than two months ago since I opened the summaries of some of the credit cards. All the time I’m hoping that my situation will improve, and I’ll catch up with payments and get rid once of loans and debts. But that never happens, and often I don’t know what to do.

I fear losing the things I love and that somehow, maybe, I know I should not have acquired. But I can’t give up my lifestyle or my plans.

I don’t know what to do; I should find a way to start again … but how?

What can I say about last night? We had a great time. I don’t know if it was the wine or our constant talking but I still can hear the girls’ voices!

We arrived early and with time enough for a drink at the bar. I must say that I was surprised by the design and the ambientation we found.

Once we were sat at the bar and ordered, we continue talking of this and that. Among other topics (as supposed) my sandals caused sensation. And I am glad, because each one of my girlfriends is always trying to be a step ahead in terms of fashion (and everything).

The best part was that my sandals not only fascinated my friends, but also lifted glances of several people in the room, which was more than flattering. With all this, my mood was getting better every second, and, for the moment my Honey & Ginger arrived (exquisite, Sona has got 100 points!) I was really happy to be there.

When we walked to the dining room I already felt like a super star.

Generally we always dress as if it were the last night out in life, and by the way people looked at us and the kindness of Sona’s staff, I guess (and hope) that several people have been wondering whether if I was not a TV star (I’d behave like I was!)

The food was exquisite. I have to give a special mention to green tea bread (yes, green tea), after the first bite (kind of weird) it becomes completely addictive! Another delight was the mushroom soup and what to say about the chocolate biscuit (terrific!!) I’ve also had a taste of the Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding Veronica ordered, it was delicious! Cheers to her choice! Only in dessert’ selection, cause this time (I’m sorry for her) she chose the worst handbag I’ve seen in my life. Anyway it was so funny to make her note it and watch her trying to hide it the rest of the night!!!

When the time to leave approached I remembered my master, forgotten somewhere in my beautiful, (I can’t help saying it) Prada Clutch Bag I bought a few days ago. When I saw my $220 plus tips I started to sweat and prayed heaven the card will work. Then a lot of horrible images came to my mind.

I was desperately giving all my cards to the maitre to see if any of it could afford the dinner while everyone stared at me. My friends’ surprised faces and what would they think. My person washing dishes in Sona’s kitchen with my $1100 sandals…

After the longest 5 minutes of my entire life, the card happened to work, and I turned again into the TV star I was until I’d finished the dessert.

Anyway, I think these situations give a touch of spice to the evening … but is no reason to think about dying or wash the dishes? Who would imagine such a thing!

Back to my story, returning home was pretty normal, although when we left the warm room I started thinking I should had taken an overcoat with me. The cool of the evening must have affected me, and I think I got a cold.

Well, fortunately for my credit cards, I think I will stay home tonight!

Today (as every Friday) was a terribly long day. Despite I’m not convinced with tonight’s plan yet, I’m always anxious to go out with my friends. I keep thinking what are they going to wear, if maybe anyone made some unexpected and surprising change of look (it usually happens, and we have a lot of fun). I myself have made some drastic and spectacular changes occasionally).

Every time I go out, I spend hours thinking about what will I wear, and which accessories. Today I could barely concentrate at work thinking of my beautiful sandals. The time seemed not to pass and every time I watched the clock the needle was still in the same place!

Okay, I admit that I had watched the clock several times per minute… what kind of person would I be if I hadn’t?

Who can think of working when you are just a few hours left of a girl’s night?

After work (and still thinking of my sandals), I went straight to Kevin’s (my hairstylist) to get my feet done (of course!). Even when they were very well I’ve also decided to get my hands done as well, and had convinced Kevin to give a touch on my hair. I want to be perfect tonight and every detail counts. Maybe you have not noticed but I am quite perfectionist with my appearance, I can’t stand being untidy, even when I’m alone. I do not understand that people who go through life without a drop makeup or a nice detail in their hair.

Come on!!! We’re in LA! It is assumed that we are beautiful and have a great style; I don’t know why there are people who strive to show otherwise.

Same thing I was talking to Cath (Cath is responsible for the hands and feet beauty at Kevin’s). You wouldn’t believe how many people appear in the beauty salon for an urgency extreme makeup just by having a party, or those who don’t take care of their feet throughout the whole winter just because they do not show them (please, you live with your whole person all year!!!)

Well, I will forget all this for a while and I will dedicate the rest of this afternoon to myself. I was looking at the reviews of Sona and it appears the food is exquisite. I do not think we will see anyone famous, but at least I will have the pleasure of eating well and I won’t deprive myself of the dessert!

This afternoon, after a long, long shower (which was absolutely necessary to remove the bad mood caused for the change of plans over the weekend) I decided to go shopping and find that wonderful pair of shoes that had in mind.

Following Kevin’s advice (Kevin is my hairstylist) as I always do, cause he is not only a great stylist but has also a great fashion sense) I stopped by Saks and asked for Rene Caovilla’s collection.

At this point I should stop and say Oh my God! I got completely fascinated and I wondered how was it possible that I had never looked closely before?

As usual I took my time to look, ask questions and try everything I found interesting, until I had a crush on a fabulous pair of Jeweled Sandals that were ideal for my newly acquired Prada Clutch Bag (besides, they were going to give a lot to talk about, and not only cause they were perfect. They were really expensive!!).

So far everything was going perfect. Then it was time to pay. Oops! Now I should stop again and say (I wanted to die!). At first I wasn’t sure that my Master Card could withstand the outrageous $1075 that sandals cost. I must admit I’ve been using it (a lot) this month, to avoid my other cards to overpass their limits. This managing credit thing gets a little complicated sometimes because, although I would like to organize and maintain out of debts, I do not want to be deprived of things I like. I just can’t wait anymore… When am I going to be rich??? I keep watching on TV all those things that only a few people can have and just can’t help thinking why can’t we have everything we want.

Why does it have to be so easy just for some people??
When is my time going to come?

Going back to the card, it worked. It means that I’m still doing well, and (for sure) I’m going to use it again tomorrow night (yes, at Sona). I hope it will not happen to fail this weekend!.

Anyway I always carry a few other cards (just in case)

I’m going out with my girlfriends this Friday as almost every week.
We’ve been planning that night for…I don’t know, maybe a month?

Whatever It was decided we were going to dine at the coolest place in LA and they have just made a reservation in Sona Restaurant one of the best West Hollywood’s French Cuisine…

I mean, Sona is OK, it has many good reviews on the Internet and has also been recommended to me a couple of times, but… Sona???

Where is the cool night? What happened with “we’ll meet someone famous!” (OK, maybe just see someone famous) We had talked about going to one of these Top 10 places preferably owned by a star (even if expensive). I have the idea that those little pleasures should be given in life. I have also told them not to think it as an expense but take it as an investment!! if we want to be well known celebrities someday we should start now. Am I right?

I have also been at my hairdresser’s this morning!! I must say he has done a great job, I feel as if I were to assist to an awards ceremony.

By the way, if a Paparazzi was there, I’m sure I would look great in a magazine’s first page. It would be a good first step into the big world wouldn’t it? I can imaging the news “American mysterious beauty was discovered by (whomever)” “George Clooney himself saw the picture and asked her out” “She refused” well…maybe “She accepted”

Anyway, I think that’s not happening this Friday.
But I’m sure we will have a great time, I still have this beautiful hairstyle made by Kevin, ahhhh. And I’ll manage to get a new pair of shoes that is going to give a lot to talk about!

And as I said before, I was told the food Is excellent. So let’s see what happens =)

Have you ever been at a D&G store and felt suddenly in love? Have you had that glorious sensation that everything is going to be fine just because you are looking at your brand new Giorgio Armani Edition Cell Phone while you carry it back home?

And what about feeling the queen of the night wearing that $500 Prada Clutch Bag in combination with those black sandals that you knew you had to buy? Well, I did. I do. And I’m sure I will…Because I just love shopping. So what? 

People always tend to refrain their desires even those small ones, in the name of good sense and buying behavior; What is that? I mean, I try to give a good use to my earnings but I want to live and enjoy life at the same time!

“Money doesn’t give you everything”, “Don’t get obsessed with money” so they say, but here comes the funny thing… almost everything has to be obtained with money!!!

How could I combine my many future plans and aspirations with a life style that it’s sometimes hard to keep? How does people do? How do you personally do?