This example is a perfect example of needless c-card usage. In fact, I think the only appropriate use is if you get pulled over on your way to an MD Anderson appointment in Houston. I was given strict instructions from both Sharon and Steph that I would be pulling the c-card in that instance…or more accurately, that they would be using the c-card on my behalf, pointing at me if the officer had any doubts. I've also included a list of other appropriate and inappropriate uses I’ve come across on this adventure:
- Any situation involving public vomiting will need the c-card unless you just don't care if someone thinks you have morning sickness. However, if you puke your daily wheatgrass drink, you'll have other things to explain to ensure no one calls for an exorcism.
- When there are three people and only one camping mattress, you're going to need to pull the c-card and, in my case, clutch your upper right side for effect. (Used this one on my nieces. They won't fall for it again.)
- Any situation involving an embarrassing incident in a public bathroom. Don't worry about using the c-card, just get the hell out of there.
- Don't use it at work if you can help it. It just makes folks worry and you should be able to get by with a "need-to-know" scenario here. Only those who need-to-know and those who have to help you wrangle your insurance coverage.
- e-harmony dating: honesty is the best policy here, but on a need-to-know basis only. Otherwise, they just start worrying about when your hair is going to fall out.
- Let people assume you are not drinking because you are righteous or pregnant. Keep them guessing. No need to use the c-card here. You'll kill the mood of the happy hour, party, etc.
- Don't use it at Sephora. I only mention this one because it almost slipped out when I was shopping for a moisturizer that would work for my drying/aging/over-medicated skin. I stopped there right after the Office Depot incident so I was still not on my game.
smack, smack,
jan
4 comments:
I think you can use the c-card for the family that came in for the hurricane. "I think you should stay at Karens because I have cancer!"
Aunt Jan...you're funny! When I finally get a car, I'm going on a road trip one weekend to see my awesome aunts in Austin like I have been wanting to, and you may not use the c-card as, is that Julie as in Aunt Julie? has suggested. :) I love you! -Kristine
you can come anytime you want. yes, that is aunt Julie being a smartarse.
kisses
LOL! Jan I love your post. Especially about puking your daily wheatgrass shot! Woot!
I totally agree with you about not using the c-card at work...in my case I just work with a bunch of nosy SOBs and I figure they can entertain themselves talking about other people than my health.
Keep being awesome!
Dawn Marie
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