Overachievers are so annoying to the rest of the world, don’t you agree? I mean, don’t get me wrong, I once attempted to be one myself – back when I had a little ambition in me – but it became clear to me that it’s much easier to relax, have a glass (okay, a FEW glassES) of wine, and repeat the same stories over and over than to actually go out and do something with myself. (Which, by the way, is why I now blog – all of the people who know me are sick of my stories, so I’ve had to branch out a bit.)
Anyway, the reason I’m railing against the overachievers today is because I got a message from a girl in my yoga class today. Her daughter, a sophomore at Georgetown, has launched her own socially conscious business. It’s true. It’s called SmartWear. Listen to this: “People typically view attractiveness and intelligence as opposite ends of a spectrum. The Headlines Woman refuses to sacrifice femininity for credibility or vice versa. The inaugural line features headbands (made with eco-friendly flax fibers) and scarves (50% silk, 50% wool). Each product affirms the beliefs of strong women by featuring a ribbon that highlights a powerful quote.”
Um, is this how college sophomores think and talk these days? Because I was more like, “Dude. Beth and I got so wasted at the Sigma Nu house last night we could barely stumble across the stadium lot to make it home. Now let’s go get some wings.” So really, it’s nothing personal I have against the overachievers. It’s more that I have the bothersome habit of comparing my life to others’. Which, really, is never a good thing because I either feel 1)like a big wad of wasted potential, or 2)so unbelievably fortunate that I question if I am deserving. (I know; I’m a little crazy. But you already knew that, so let’s move on.)
Anyway, you really should check out this girl’s blog: http://www.headlinessmartwear.blogspot.com/. You are either going to be really impressed with our youth or you’re getting to get pissed at your own kids for sitting around playing video games all day. Either way, enjoy!
