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WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, and up until as recently as ten years ago, if you were to look into my closet, everything was black.
I had black shoes and black boots.
Black dresses, skirts and suits.
Black jeans, sweats, shirts, blouses and jackets.
Everything was black.
My dad used to call me Diana Cash, referencing Johnny Cash, who as we know wore all black.
A whole host of people from family to co-workers to friends tried relentlessly to convince me to add a little colour to my wardrobe.
Finally, I gave in and began purchasing clothes with some colour.
Not big nasty flowers or prints or anything like that… but colour just the same.
I added reds and blues and yellows and even some BLING!
Truth be told, black kind of makes me look pale and blotchy anyway.
The good news is, now I have lots of colour!
The other good news is that I got the part-time job I applied for and I start in November!
Ironically, I’m required to wear ALL BLACK!
~ HUMP DAY CHRONICLES ~
Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison
If you need me, I’ll be out shopping for black clothes. 😉
Life’s like that.
talktodiana 
Im sitting here laughing as I read Diana I am a black goddess. No matter where I go the colour black cries out to me from the shelves and I cannot help myself.
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haha Kath, I should raid your closet!
Diana xo
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Diana as I age the black does not look as good on my skin, so yes a little colour is seeping into my wardrobe.
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Great. I used wear a lot more solid black garments near my face 25 years ago.
Now it’s black occasionally. I don’t think of “safe” colours –and believe me as a cyclist, a “safe” colour is a very bright, bold solid colour– high visibiiity yellow, red, etc.
It’s necessary prints, etc….just single, solid jewel-bright colours…suited for someone with black hair.
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Yes, bright colours, and perhaps reflective strips on the helmet and clothing, are safe for cyclists Jean! 😀
Diana xo
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Congrats on the job! I find that in recent years that I’m buying more black, browns, grays, and other “safe” colors. It seems like few people at work, or events I attend, wear clothes with bright colors–and I end up feeling like I stand out if I am wearing bright colors (even if I think I look good in them).
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I never thought of them as ‘safe’ colours Sheryl, but you could have a point there!
Please, let me be the first to encourage you to wear the colours you feel good in, even if you stand out, especially if you stand out! ❤
Diana xo
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Congrats on the new job, Diana! I like black, but grays and browns are my favorites. See? It is possible to be more plain than all black–keep the bling, though 🙂
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Thanks mrs. f! I will wear colourful underwear!
Diana xo
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lol, perfect solution!
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Your closet sounds like mine! 😀
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How it used to be? How it is now? How it will be again? 😀
Diana xo
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It sounds like my then and now. 😉
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So now I’m curious what your new job might be that requires black. Undertaker? Theatre usher? Waitress? Make-up artist at Bloomingdale’s? Priestess?
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Priestess – ha! Love that one, but no, none of those…
Diana xo
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I’m (always have been possibly always will be) a colours girl!!! Jensine Rainbow!!
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That does not surprise me in the least Jensine – keep rocking your colours!
Diana xo
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will do!
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separated.at.birth
It’s only recently, after much prompting from one of the offspring, that I’ve stopped wearing black…I thought it was slimming and looked good with my colouring. Anyhoo…
Congrats on the job!! That’s exciting 🙂
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Thank you so much! ❤
Diana xo
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Congratulations on the job Diana!
How great that you’re now required to wear black, that sure makes choosing an outfit in the morning an easy affair!! 🙂
~ Andrea ❤
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Thanks Andrea, and yes, mixing and matching will be a lot easier! 😉
Diana xo
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Funny! I’ve always loved color though think I have too many black sweaters. What’s the job that requires you to wear black? Maybe you can sneak in a colorful scarf or jewelry!
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haha Lisa, I’m enjoying the guesses so much I’m reluctant to say at this point!
Diana xo
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Congrats Diana! So very happy for you. I love the irony of your clothing requirement for the new job. Too funny! Well now at least you will be able to use your black for work, leaving your color open for non-work. Enjoy your new job 🙂
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Thank you so much! Yes, maybe I should get another closet and have a working closet and a leisure closet?? 😉
Diana xo
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Congrats on your new job! Well done. Black is a safe colour. You are not alone with that wardrobe! Glad to see you are stepping out into colour and bling! Maybe sneak in a bit if bling at work!
Karen
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Thanks Karen! Someone on Facebook suggested I wear colourful underwear!
Diana xo
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Black is back! Good luck with the new job Diana.
-Alan
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Thank you so much Alan! ❤
Diana xo
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Congratulations on the job!
I too have worn black black black for most of my working life.
Recently (in my non-working life) I have turned to blue, especially cobalt blue.
It is uplifting to dress in a bright colour rid myself of the dark, sombre colour (and mood).
Good luck with your work 🙂
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Blue is an amazing colour Elizabeth! I’ve collected quite a bit of red – it’s my power colour!
Diana xo
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Congrats Diana!! Love the irony, it is just the way life works! Keeps you guessing and laughing! Have a great start to the new job – they are lucky to have you! xo
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Thank you so much Bonnie! ❤
Diana xo
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Ah, the cycle of life 🙂
Congratulations on the job.
Now I’m wondering if you will be in one of those Halloween horror caves, lurking in the shadows about to jump out and scare people!
Whatever the endeavor. Hope you have fun!
Val x
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No white collar then? …
Got it!
Ninja warrior 🙂
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Ninja Warrior – now that would be a cool job!
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Hehehe love your guess Val and thank you!
Diana xo
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Life is full of odd ironies! It’s wonderful when it works how you’ll like it to! Happy shopping, and congrats on the new job.
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Thank you very much Janet! ❤
Diana xo
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Congratulations on the job! Dressing in black… I know, you got a part-time job as a violinist for the local orchestra! (They always have to dress in black.)
Alternate guess: Bounty Hunter! I believe they wear black so they can lurk in the shadows as they hunt down their prey!
And I guess I’ll have to start calling you Lady Cash now?
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I love your guesses and I’m reluctant to say what the job is now Smitty because these guesses are fun! I will hold off for a bit. 😀
Diana xo
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Great idea! You could do a “Guess My New Job” post!
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Hey that’s a good idea! Maybe I could just drop little hints in subsequent posts….
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P.S. Love the new pic!
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Aw shucks, you always say that – thanks!
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Just paying attention. 🙂
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If everything is black it always matches
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Not necessarily Bill – black has many shades and I know this because I spent most of my life wearing it!
Diana xo
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only a woman could say that – to a guy it all matches 🙂
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haha funny because it’s true!
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Congrats, Diana Cash! Now you have another reason for that name –you’re in the Money!! lol
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Too funny Jennifer – thanks haha!
Diana xo
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CONGRATS on the new job!
(And, in spite of the wardrobe restrictions, I’m sure your Sunny Disposition will shine through; )
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😀 Thanks Deb – I try!
Diana xo
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Oh, the irony! And do you need a new iron(y) to press your new black clothes for the new part-time job, Diana?! Congratulations. From your last post about the phone interview, I had a great feeling that you would get this position. I am proud of you, Woman To Be in Black Again. 🙂
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haha I have an iron Mark, a fairly near-to-new one, but I work hard to buy clothes that don’t need it! Thanks for your faith in me. ❤
Diana xo
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I too shop the -free and -resistant racks when it comes to wrinkles, Diana! And you’re welcome. 🙂
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I guess we’re both wise guys…I mean smart and practical people. 😀
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And I do not want to iron, and do not want to make my dear wife Karen iron, either, Diana! Yes, we are wise guys, you and I. 😉
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Now that is ironic.? Was there any doubt about you getting the job?.? Not in my mind….
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Aww shucks – thanks bulldog!
Diana xo
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Congratulations on the Job Diana. Don’t let the black in the job overwhelm the colour. 🙂
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Thanks Don, I will try not to!
Diana xo
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Of course you got the job! Congratulations!
I am mostly a black on black dresser — it is sooooo much easier than having to decide if colours match! 🙂
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I should go raid your closet! haha
Diana xo
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