I think I found the ugly capitol of the world, right in McLean! UGH!

[Anonymous]

I was born in raised in Alexandria and don't really venture into McLean very often. I used to work right off of 495 on Rt. 7 but it was literally 2 seconds off of the exit ramp. We went to Langley HS for fireworks Sunday night and OH...MY...GOSH! Here are my findings:

1. Way too many parents waited way too long to have children. As a result, you have these poor kids walking around in horrific clothing. Boys are wearing high waters, girls are wearing ridiculously hideous sandals that are too big for them and out-dated decades ago and I know they aren't sold in department stores. Kids express themselves but parents still have a say so.
2. Do your hair, even if you don't want to color it- tame your crazy, frizzy grey's...PLEASE
3. Dads, Crocs and capris? really?
4. Matching...it's a simple part of dressing. I don't think 3/4 of the crowd was color blind...try it sometime.
5. I understand that you are upper-middle to upper class citizens and you are probably saving for your kids college education and paying for your fancy mini van and still paying off your big ol' diamond ring, but spend some money on your children's attire. YES- hand me downs are totally cool, but when the clothes look like they have been through the war in Iraq, it's time to cycle them out. Maybe trade in dad's expensive Crocs for a nice outfit for Jr.
6. While you're at it...buy yourself a nice outfit. One for your age. I know, I know- those Egyptian looking sandles are "in" now and the one piece shorts and shirt suits are "in" again, but you aren't in your 20's...there are in fashions for mom's of 30 and 40 that flatter your body type better.
7. Just because you are older and married means you have to let yourself go? I mean, come on! Walk, excercise, pay some mind to your hair and clothes, use a little makeup. UGH! If I let myself go, DH would have some major issues not to mention our sex life would go to shit. I would feel the same if he let himself go as well. What happened?!?!

That is all I can remember for now. I am sure more will come to mind and I will post. Where were all the sahm trophey wives I was picturing? I have had two kids and can keep them both, myself and DH neat and presentable...why can't you? We both work, and I go to school so don't tell me it's for lack of time.

[Anonymous]

Heat gotten to you huh? This has got to be one of the craziest posts I've seen in a long time.

[Anonymous]

The crazies are out in full force during this heat. Thank god the full moon was last week or we'd really have a situation on our hands.

[Anonymous]

I live in Arlington, which means I see Alexandrians and McLeanites every day.

Truth is, I can't tell them apart and have never thought to try.

OP - you need to chill out. Rehydrate, and worry about more important things than other people's clothing.

[Anonymous]

Did you at least manage to enjoy the fireworks or were you too busy staring at other people and memorizing every detail of your disapproval so you could post it on DCUM? McLean isn't another country. As if it's so different than Alexandria... gimme a break.

[Anonymous]

Don't respond to this post, you're just feeding the troll who wrote it.

[Anonymous]

Wow, some one is bitter about NOT living in McLean. Thanks for the laugh - at you!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I was born in raised in Alexandria and don't really venture into McLean very often. I used to work right off of 495 on Rt. 7 but it was literally 2 seconds off of the exit ramp. We went to Langley HS for fireworks Sunday night and OH...MY...GOSH! Here are my findings:

1. Way too many parents waited way too long to have children. As a result, you have these poor kids walking around in horrific clothing. Boys are wearing high waters, girls are wearing ridiculously hideous sandals that are too big for them and out-dated decades ago and I know they aren't sold in department stores. Kids express themselves but parents still have a say so.
2. Do your hair, even if you don't want to color it- tame your crazy, frizzy grey's...PLEASE
3. Dads, Crocs and capris? really?
4. Matching...it's a simple part of dressing. I don't think 3/4 of the crowd was color blind...try it sometime.
5. I understand that you are upper-middle to upper class citizens and you are probably saving for your kids college education and paying for your fancy mini van and still paying off your big ol' diamond ring, but spend some money on your children's attire. YES- hand me downs are totally cool, but when the clothes look like they have been through the war in Iraq, it's time to cycle them out. Maybe trade in dad's expensive Crocs for a nice outfit for Jr.
6. While you're at it...buy yourself a nice outfit. One for your age. I know, I know- those Egyptian looking sandles are "in" now and the one piece shorts and shirt suits are "in" again, but you aren't in your 20's...there are in fashions for mom's of 30 and 40 that flatter your body type better.
7. Just because you are older and married means you have to let yourself go? I mean, come on! Walk, excercise, pay some mind to your hair and clothes, use a little makeup. UGH! If I let myself go, DH would have some major issues not to mention our sex life would go to shit. I would feel the same if he let himself go as well. What happened?!?!

That is all I can remember for now. I am sure more will come to mind and I will post. Where were all the sahm trophey wives I was picturing? I have had two kids and can keep them both, myself and DH neat and presentable...why can't you? We both work, and I go to school so don't tell me it's for lack of time.

What are you smoking or sniffing?

[Anonymous]

I went downtown for the fireworks and saw some crazy looking outfits. So....I guess (based on OP's logic)....all people who live in DC must have bad taste in clothes too.

[Anonymous]

Wow...I mean I have seen some ridiculous rants on this board but this one just takes the cake. For just one minute I will pretend this post means anything at all and ask one question to the OP...did you ever think that not everyone at the fireworks display was from Great Falls or McLean (just like YOU oh precious and perfect one)????

[Anonymous]

Exactly how are old you? I'm thinking young enough that you would think that women in their 30's and 40's should not wear current fashions. I'm thinking you might be a little young and stupid and a complete drama queen.

[Anonymous]

22:44 is spot on - OP was probably horrified by seeing a whole lot of people from other places just like were she is from. And really, born in Alexandria but haven't ventured much to McLean? Is McLean the equivalent of an African safari or something?

[Anonymous]

Hey, my 14 yr old son noticed that the Costco we just joined is full of fat people who love buying all that super size food stuff.

[Anonymous]

Op is bit much with this unnecessary post but I was born in Alexandria, as well, and didn't go to McLean until a few years ago. And even then I was just driving through and stopped at the closest bookstore. That part, at least, was believable.

[Anonymous]

OP- with the exception of reference to any type of current fashion, it sounds more like you were in Takoma Park