Ah Youthful looks!

Why do I look so young to so many people? This is a question I continually ask myself. I know that it is preferable to look younger than you are in a general way. So, I'm not complaining, really I'm not. But, in the workplace, I would have to say that I would be much better off looking my age or older.

When I first started in the government, and I was 28 at the time, I went to a meeting, where people were discussing their kids. This lady there turned to me, and said: "Oh Natalie, of course, you're too young to have kids." How old did she think I was? I couldn't believe this comment, just seems really dangerous to be wrong about. But, I left kind of really stunned by the whole experience, as at 28 I really didn't feel that I was too young to have children. Ah well.

A couple months ago, I got carded to buy a lottery ticket. Really? The guy thought I was 17? Huh? I'm 31!

I've tried to make myself look more mature, but this is one nut I can't seem to crack. Maybe glasses, but the doctor says I'm supposed to wear contacts. Hey, maybe I should take up tanning and smoking! lol.

I think because of this, it will be a real shock when people look at me like I'm a full-fledged adult, and not a kid. Probably not looking forward to that. ;)

Oh yeah, I finished the shawl at knitting class, and a new hat for good measure.

Shout out to Melanie from SYTYCD Canada, so sad you got eliminated on Tuesday. :(