SUIT BAGS AND GLAD RAGS!
Hey guys! Remember when you could buy these Suit Bags (that's what I call them) like this one (above)? Well, after 12 years my American Tourister brand bit the dust after what was left of it arrived on the Baggage Belt at the airport after my recent Florida trip. Long-story short: Sheryl Crow is right when she sings: "A change will do you good". I couldn't find the "old style" garment bag anywhere. Until I did some investigating and located this:
So, newly outfitted with my cool new "Rolling Garment Bag" I'll be sure and post a follow-up Blog if my updated acquisition improves my social life. I remain a bit skeptical. But stranger things have happened. For instance, imagine if Elizabeth Hurley spotted me walking across an Airport Concourse with my cool new "Rolling Garment Bag" in tow while looking at the cover of a magazine with her photo on the cover. Liz to her Agent: "Oh, my God! That guy has to have other qualities. Just look at the Rolling Garment Bag he's stepped up to. I love ambitious people!", she might exclaim (then impulsively runs over to me abandoning the Agent). Liz: "Pardon me. I don't mean to be rude, but is that a Samsonite you're pulling along?" Me: "Well, as a matter of fact it is. And I don't think you're being even the slightest bit rude" (I extend my hand and smile) "Michael Manning". Liz: (Flustered) "Oh, sorry. (shakes my hand) Elizabeth Hurley". Me: "Yes, I know. Umm, catching the 'Red Eye'?" (Breathes a sigh of relief that I'm not a star-struck groupie) Liz: "Yes, unfortunately". Me: "In that case, this calls for an celebration of Life! Please allow me to be a perfect gentleman. What is your favorite drink? There's a British Pub not 30 feet away". Liz: "You know what? I'd love a Martini". Me: "Good, then we can discuss the full line of Samsonite luggage and any other subject you want". (Magazine is tossed onto a nearby chair as I offer my left arm and Liz takes it as we walk to The Pub. I now pull the Samsonite Rolling Garment Bag with my right hand). Me: (not wasting any time) "Marriage is a very big step here in the States, as I'm sure it is in the UK. Are you absolutely sure that this guy I've been reading about is 'the one' for you? I mean--- and if you'll indulge me for paraphrasing advice given to Romeo, from 'Romeo and Juliet' fame---'Examine other options', right? I mean, why make a tragic choice?" Liz: Well, now that you mention it...(We disappear into The Pub as Liz begins chatting in an animated fashion). Stay tuned!
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Listening to: "All I Really Want to Do" by Bob Dylan, Performed by The Byrds.
posted by Michael Manning @ 12:00 AM
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Hey...I had one of those old style garment bags like yours I used to take on company trips when I worked. It was always jam-packed but I somehow managed to fit it in the overhead. Those roller ones are cool. I hope they still qualify as carry-on!
Wow, I'm gonna be carrying my underwear in my guitar case in a couple of weeks!
It's amazing how the right luggage can make the day or two they make you spend in the airport so much easier!
Peaches: Sorry to say they don't. But the upside is that you will be kinder to your back and arrive refreshed to your destination.
Bud: I never thought about that. I've been using that new deodorant that I see on TV where women come out of the woodwork and chase the guy who used it. Sort of like The Beatles in "A Hard Day's Night". So far, no luck. I'm giving it a full month before I write the manufacturer for a refund! :)
Egos Alter: This is true!
Hey, Michael....nice to see you again....from Michele's today.
Loved your story...lol
Awww, no, these have to be checked luggage? Well, there goes another Samsonite sale.
I have to admit that the rolling bag beats the old kind hands down. Now if my suits would only stay pressed when it comes out of the bag.
Terri: No, trust me. Just stay away from Macy's and catch the sale at JC Penney's! I saved a lot of $$$$. lol! I'll be by for a visit!
Denny: I actually asked three saleswomen how to keep the suit pressed. No one knows. Of course, privately I'm sure they have the "Magic Touch" and theirs arrive perfect. Avoid the swivelers. That's like asking for a grocery cart with a wobbly front wheel. LOL!!!
Hilarious imaginary converstaion! Hope it happens!!
Claire: Me too! Before it's too late for Liz!!! :)
LMAO! I think new luggage is sexy too ;-)
I got new purple luggage for him trip to Vegas. I probably should have added some sequins to make it fit in better.
Er, you might want to cut back on the flavored ice water. (Or tell us what else you're putting in it!)
It is a strange feeling to have to lay your bag to "rest," isn't it? When I went on my honeymoon, my main bag came off the belt with the zipper broken. I felt so violated in a way.
Lisa B: Thanks! I needed a prop badly!!!:)
Teresa: Yeah! Rhinestones as in, "Thank you. Thank you very much!!"
GW: Strawberry today. Peach flavoring tomorrow. "The Puddle KIng!!!!"
Becky!: LMAO. Violated by your luggage. That's too funny! :)
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