tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post891918939077733790..comments2024-03-11T16:14:49.158-07:00Comments on Don't pet me, I'm writing: On crotch patches and dead novelsTAWNA FENSKEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11468819219529035563noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-83940651574257895992010-04-29T09:58:23.334-07:002010-04-29T09:58:23.334-07:00KAK, this is an intriguing theory! I may have to g...KAK, this is an intriguing theory! I may have to go buy some new jeans and test it out.<br /><br />Nicole, don't you hate that when you can't find the identical jeans anywhere online? I've tried like crazy, and if anyone could find me a pair of Red Engine jeans, Firebell style, size 28, new or used, I would probably die with gratitude.<br /><br />India, this is a good idea, I'll have to look into it. I usually just take old clothes to the thrift store, but I assumed no one would want these jeans because of all the holes. Hadn't considered denim recycling. Thanks!<br /><br />Sean, would you like to wear them?<br /><br />TawnaTAWNA FENSKEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11468819219529035563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-32894237143078931292010-04-29T07:17:48.163-07:002010-04-29T07:17:48.163-07:00There was nothing wrong with those jeans. Nothing....There was nothing wrong with those jeans. Nothing. Not a thing. Nothing. Nothing.Sean Ferrellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01233391827095815940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-88172684134164616762010-04-29T03:43:30.069-07:002010-04-29T03:43:30.069-07:00On the bright side, if your local recycling centre...On the bright side, if your local recycling centre accepts clothing, you can donate them knowing that the denim will be used to create something else... sort of a nice thought!India Drummondhttp://www.indiadrummond.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-21765342909696750122010-04-28T16:52:13.197-07:002010-04-28T16:52:13.197-07:00My favorite pair of jeans is on its last legs...er...My favorite pair of jeans is on its last legs...er, crotch seam, too. I've been on the hunt for the next favorite pair of jeans for a year, ever since the reality of impending retirement became unavoidable. I'll miss those pants...(*sigh*)<br /><br />The tee looks great on you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01899768909313326172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-88630027109966318782010-04-28T16:23:07.102-07:002010-04-28T16:23:07.102-07:00The crotch holes? Totally a result of the fake sex...The crotch holes? Totally a result of the fake sex. Yep. Yep. Yep. Blaming it all on Pythy.K.A. Krantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06674754426001151828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-9968241272671095072010-04-28T15:39:49.037-07:002010-04-28T15:39:49.037-07:00Delia, why do I suspect your husband's theory ...Delia, why do I suspect your husband's theory about his crotch holes is the same as my husband's? <br /><br />Greg, they are lovely jeans, but I'm pretty sure I'm reaching the point where I could be arrested for wearing them.<br /><br />Cynthia, thank you for the vote of confidence on the trunk novels. Maybe someday, eh?<br /><br />Lindsay, isn't it a lovely shirt? I'm thinking of wearing it every day for the next few weeks.<br /><br />Patrick, I believe you're right! I can always count on you to get to the bottom (pun intended) of things!<br /><br />Linda G, I think I may have at least one drawer novel I'd probably never even show Michelle :)<br /><br />Thanks for reading, guys!<br /><br />TawnaTAWNA FENSKEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11468819219529035563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-83133467263133376922010-04-28T15:11:35.311-07:002010-04-28T15:11:35.311-07:00The shirt is fabulous, dahling!
I will refrain f...The shirt is fabulous, dahling! <br /><br />I will refrain from commenting on your crotch hole. *ahem*<br /><br />And I will never throw away my drawer novel. NEVAH! Instead, I will hold it like the Sword of Damocles over Michelle's head. If she doesn't work her magic & sell my paranormal mystery, I will make her read the dreaded drawer novel. THAT ought to be great incentive for her. ;)Linda G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04576828490765434497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-90173178394127427712010-04-28T13:39:20.376-07:002010-04-28T13:39:20.376-07:00Are those fart holes?Are those fart holes?Patrick Alanhttp://patrick-alan.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-47602741109069633622010-04-28T13:00:16.322-07:002010-04-28T13:00:16.322-07:00The shirt came! And to think, you only checked it&...The shirt came! And to think, you only checked it's shipping status 746 times.Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17083672496247033866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-82459838041803656722010-04-28T12:53:10.263-07:002010-04-28T12:53:10.263-07:00This reminds me of The Kiddo and how she loathes t...This reminds me of The Kiddo and how she loathes to part with anything. Last week I wanted to toss a ratty pair of leggings that were size 3. Keep in mind that she is a TALL size 8. <br /><br />"No, Mommy,," she said, grabbing them and holding them close to her chest. "I can wear them for capris!"<br /><br />And your so-called trunk novels have a good shot at that fat advance check -- trust me. I read 'em ALL. :-)Cynthia Reesehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13128418037470085123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-51665353292868259152010-04-28T12:41:20.446-07:002010-04-28T12:41:20.446-07:00those jeans still had lots of miles left in them. ...those jeans still had lots of miles left in them. they were like new compared to mine.<br /><br />best,<br />greg gutierrez<br />zen and the art of surfingGreg Gutierrezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01855863421285825296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-42783451320841922802010-04-28T11:41:52.870-07:002010-04-28T11:41:52.870-07:00My hubby has the exact same problem with crotch ho...My hubby has the exact same problem with crotch holes, although with him it's more pervasive. I have a ready supply of denim patches. I know the reason _he_ would give for his pants always giving way at the crotch, but I still contend it's the scratching. <br /><br />@Jennifer X, try Shoo Goo. No, seriously, that's what it's called. Wonderful stuff. <br /><br />Lovely shirt. I'll sing a dirge for your jeans.Delia Moranhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01957513773943040065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-11442966799024538952010-04-28T11:02:57.825-07:002010-04-28T11:02:57.825-07:00WendyCinNYC, someone actually suggested I could ha...WendyCinNYC, someone actually suggested I could have the retired jeans made into a handbag or something. The retired novels, not so much.<br /><br />Karla, I actually did go back through my first novel about four years ago and it wasn't as bad as I thought. Still not great, but certainly rehab-worthy if it ever comes to that.<br /><br />Candyland, I will say that I got the jeans used at a thrift store, and the crotch holes were already starting to form. I can't be blamed entirely for them! I agree though, crotch hole is an excellent phrase.<br /><br />Penelope, thanks for the compliments on the shirt and the condolences on the jeans. I feel like I should be getting sympathy cards or something<br /><br />Jennifer X, I feel your pain. I end up having to retire shoes that get too smelly :)<br /><br />LR, you're right, there's a certain innocence about those first novels (er, not exactly innocent, since mine had a fairly racy sex scene, but you get my drift). They're always written before you really start self-editing to the point of paralysis.<br /><br />danicaavet, that's the thing, even when you reach the point that you can't wear them anymore, it's so hard to actually chuck them. It seems wrong somehow!<br /><br />Thanks for reading, guys!<br />TawnaTAWNA FENSKEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11468819219529035563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-15688012977256615182010-04-28T09:50:34.959-07:002010-04-28T09:50:34.959-07:00Love the shirt! Yes, I know exactly how you feel a...Love the shirt! Yes, I know exactly how you feel about the manuscript and the jeans. I have a pair of khakis in my closet...they're ripped to hell and back, but I just can't. Get. Rid. Of. Them. I can't wear them, but they were so, so comfortable...I guess I'll have to do the same with them as you did your jeans. You have my sympathies...It's a sad day when your pants need to be retired.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-20214999213111777882010-04-28T09:47:34.168-07:002010-04-28T09:47:34.168-07:00Great post. I for one believe in the merits of tho...Great post. I for one believe in the merits of those old "dead" novels. <br /><br />They might not be perfect but they have a raw passion to them. Something virginal and untainted.LRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16839870925431989156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-67810226843872610822010-04-28T09:27:13.046-07:002010-04-28T09:27:13.046-07:00I have a pair of shoes that still look good, but t...I have a pair of shoes that still look good, but they are in a similar condition. I'm going to try to super glue the sole back on ONE more time, but I've been tripping on the loose end for awhile. They are so comfortable! I feel your pain about your jeans.Jennifer Xhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00918808756376424041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-61510596589384815462010-04-28T09:25:57.993-07:002010-04-28T09:25:57.993-07:00You look fabulous in that shirt!!
I know what you...You look fabulous in that shirt!!<br /><br />I know what you mean about saying good-bye to your favorite pair of jeans. So sorry for your loss.Penelopehttp://penelopelife.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-5511485508435606562010-04-28T09:19:01.770-07:002010-04-28T09:19:01.770-07:00LOVE the shirt, and yes,I'm wondering... how t...LOVE the shirt, and yes,I'm wondering... how the hell do you keep getting crotch holes? I have one pair of jeans I've worn for about 10 years that have never gotten a crotch hole...And can I say crotch hole one more time (not sure where else I'd say it)Candylandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08956196611348299424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-73624899536598598912010-04-28T09:18:49.312-07:002010-04-28T09:18:49.312-07:00Ha! great analogy! I too have that first craptast...Ha! great analogy! I too have that first craptastic novel lurking in the shadows of my computer, just itching to break out. I keep telling myself that one of these days, I will pull that little bastard out and he will turn into gold right before my very eyes, but alas, he still sucks the big one! LOLAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13612218172442721987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-422555164465305734.post-77471861117376065752010-04-28T09:16:34.289-07:002010-04-28T09:16:34.289-07:00That's the think about trunking a novel, you c...That's the think about trunking a novel, you can always open the lid. <br /><br />I have a pair of jeans I *just* threw away for the *exact* same reason! I took to wearing tunic-like shirts over them for a while, hiding the ever-expanding hole in the crotch (or, as my daughter calls it "front bottom.") After a while, they completely split. <br /><br />Sad.WendyCinNYChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15548500219172368038noreply@blogger.com