The Suit
I have exactly one suit. Probably, the only one I’ll ever own.
It mostly just hangs in closets. Currently, in an upstairs bedroom at Angela’s mom’s house.
I believe we’ve successfully dated it to 1998. I must have bought it for a job interview, but I don’t remember wearing it to one.
It’s not particularly stylish and not particularly comfortable. It’s sort of an olive color and the fabric isn’t very inviting to touch. I’m sure I got a good deal on it.
There’s one shirt, one tie, one belt, and one pair of shoes to go with it. They all reside in that closet full time.
There is a small hole on the right shoulder on the jacket. I really don’t feel compelled to have it fixed. If anyone ever mentions it, I’ll just act surprised.
Any time I’ve worn it, people tell me how nice I look. But, I think it’s just such an uncommon sight that they’re compelled to comment. I don’t feel good in it. Besides, it’s rare that I would have reason to wear it.
Monday, I wore it.
I have a suit like that, and I rarely wear it for fun occasions. I hope your occasion was not too difficult to get through and you’re able to get back to Red Beard soon.
I don’t know what to say, but I have to say something. Like (I think) all of your readers, I feel like you guys are friends of mine even though we’ve never met, and I wish you only the best. Here’s hoping you get to put that suit back in the closet and keep it there for a long time.
Jason, Angela – you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Wishing you and your family nothing but the best. Take care of yourselves.
It’s not what you wore on the outside but what you felt on the inside that counts. Missing you guys.
Hey – IF you guys wanna come to A-town, you are welcome here. Peace.
Ditto what Jordan said. Blessings.
So eloquent, so poignant and so touching. I’m with Jordan — your readers feel so much a part of your family through your posts. There are many people thinking about you right now. Blessings and take care.
Many thanks for the kind words. We very much appreciate it.
Thoughts and prayers to y’all and your entire family.
So sorry to hear this, ditto on it being in that wardrobe a very long time from now on!