Thursday

Sincerely 'Fro Me to You-My Jane Fonda Moment

Welcome to this fun little weekly carnival of memories!  If you want to link up, you can read the guidelines here.

The last few weeks, I have played it safe with my ‘Fro posts. I’m not ashamed to reveal my overly permed hair or my scary polyester attire, I just wanted to give you a break.

From all the laughter.  And the mocking.

But I’m bringing back the smiles.  Just for you. Yes, I’m talking to you.  I know you’ve had a rough week.  I know you need a quiet moment to get away from the kids and laugh.  From the belly.

And so, I’m putting away my pride and I’m doing this just for you.  Because I care.

My Jane Fonda moment, sincerely ‘fro me.

I have no idea why I was dressed like this.  It wasn’t a costume party. I think that would make this easier to swallow. 

Oh no, I owned that getup and wore it every Saturday morning to watch televised gymnastics. I had an unnatural desire to be an Olympic gymnast.

I think my leg warmers were in the washer.  Too bad because they just made this outfit even more frightening.

I was in a gymnastics class as a young girl, but my dream was short-lived due to finances.  So, once I got into high school, I paid for lessons with my own money.  Yes, I was the big girl in the little girl class.

Sad, but true.  Even worse?  I wore this outfit!

Oh.  And I permed my hair, just for you.



62 comments:

Unknown said...

I LOVE that outfit. I think I had a similar one back when my grandmother dragged me to Bally's because she said I was getting porky. Gotta love Grandma.

Tammy said...

You, Kristen, are bringing sexy back, baby. You alone. Not Justin Timberlake....he's got nothing on you. Nothing.

I must say from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!

Land of Lovings said...

LOVE it. I so needed that today.

And, might I say, I think you rocked that look. Rocked. it.

Thanks for sharing. And for making me smile on a day when I really did need it the most!

Anonymous said...

That is AWESOME! Really, I love that you wore that and it wasn't a costume. Thanks for making us smile. You're the best!

Anonymous said...

That is brilliant! Love it.

If only I were brave enough to post one of my similar pictures. Could I? Well, the better question is SHOULD I? And the answer to that is a resounding NO!

Unlike you, the only thing I would have rocked in my outfit, is the chair my mother was nursing my little sister in, at the time.

Missy said...

Oh, holy spandex.

You did indeed induce a very un-feminine belly laugh.

I bet you also wore that outfit while you tried to recreate the moves from Dirty Dancing, didn't you.

The Apron Queen said...

Hey, I think I saw you on Soul Train in the 80s. I snuck out of bed to watch it late at night because you were on past my bedtime.

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Kristen M. said...

Wow. That's all I can say.

Kate said...

Oh, that's just PRICELESS.

Dawn @ simply transparent said...

Whoot whoot! I couldn't top that If I dug real deep!!!
But I'll keep digging!

Laughing burns calories!
Thanks for the excerise!

Ok, Where Was I? said...

I really truly did laugh out loud (which is why I just spelled it instead of the LOL). And I suddenly remembered how much I LOVED those pantyhose that were shimmery. I remember being disappointed if I got some, thinking they'd be shiny, and then put them on to see that they were only slightly shiny. Those you have on were perfect. Super shimmery.

World's Greatest Mommy said...

Oh, I needed that! Thank you, thank you!

I'm not sure I could have handled the leg warmers though. I fell on the floor as it was.

Precision Quality Laser said...

Hilarious! Thank God I don't have any photos of when I was young...they got lost along the way somewhere...

But I was a total dork and VERY uncool. At least you were with the times! Thanks for the laugh :)

Hootyboosmom said...

AWESOME!! Love it! Thanks so much for bringing a smile to my face today!
~Tanya

Liza on Maui said...

Oh my gosh - a FLASH DANCE moment! :)

That was my first thought when I saw the photo - now I couldn't get that song our of my head ;0

Jennifer said...

Oh that picture is great! I'm new to the "blogging world"--looking forward to visiting again...soon. Thank you for allowing me to leave a comment.

Anonymous said...

Awwww man, too bad those leg warmers were in the wash!!!

Happy Mommy said...

I love the outfit! Everyone is asleep so I have to contain my laughter...
Oh and the country blue bow's on the mantel are a real time revealer!
Boy those tights were shiny. I always wanted to dance but was never enrolled. Thanks for sharing.

Heidi said...

I can not be happier that you shared that!!! I am so impressed with your true friendship to reveal such a deep dark secret. But if you think about it, you were probably totally cool at the time, that was the style.

The Buntens said...

Oh, that was so awesome! You look great in that outfit, though. Your arms are very fit!

Thanks Kristin for sharing that. Classic!

Angela Nazworth said...

I love how you embrace your quirky side...one we all have. Loved this and yes, it made me laugh in deed. I played it safe this week.

littletoesandcheerios said...

You deserve an award for that one. Best one I've seen! Thanks for being brave.

littletoesandcheerios said...

You deserve an award for that one. Best one I've seen! Thanks for being brave.

littletoesandcheerios said...

You deserve an award for that one. Best one I've seen! Thanks for being brave.

littletoesandcheerios said...

Sorry for being on here 3 now 4 times! Either my laptop was messing up or I was laughing to hard!

Mama Smurf said...

MWAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!

Unknown said...

I too was an aspiring olympic gymnast! I never made it very far!! However, I didn't have that way cool outfit! :)

Suzie said...

Thank you I love that! You've made my day!

Alicia said...

I have no words...and I've already had several cups of coffee. Yet, I am speechless. You certainly are a brave woman for putting that out there. Makes me want to be just like you when I grow up, except without all the spandex. :)

Sandra said...

We all want to be something when we grow up. Not all of us dress the part. Thanks for sharing!

Big Hair Envy said...

Don't feel like the Lone Ranger. I wore THAT outfit (in purple) to aerobics class. In college. With legwarmers. My hair was permed. I feel your pain.

TJ said...

I remember that being the coolest look! I wanted to wear an outfit like that when I was Sweatin to the Oldies with Richard Simmons!

Anonymous said...

I too owned leg warmers - not the Jane Fonda outfit though! I too had the "Fro" that wasn't supposed to be a fro, but hair like Stephanie on Heart to Heart. Big OOOPPPSSS there!

Life in the Crazy Lane said...

That is one of the funniest things I've ever seen. You must have a great self-esteem - posting these fabulous pics of yourself on the worldwide web!

Pleasing Procrasinator said...

BAWHAHAHA!!! This is one of the greatest posts ever.
Jane Fonda had nothing on you!!

Heather said...

My, what.. um... shiny... legs you have! That is too funny! I used to have an outfit like that with a white and purple striped sweater to go with it AND white and purple striped leg warmers! I'm so glad I don't know where those pictures are. :)

Thanks for the laugh!! I love Thursdays and always look forward to what you're going to post!

Mozi Esme said...

You look beautiful! This was one of those outfits I always wanted to own but unfortunately (fortunately) never did! I loved gymnastics and pretended I could be good at it, but was never motivated enough to pay for lessons - good for you!

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Heather J. said...

You are one brave woman.

Although the outfit is rather scary, you looked good in it.

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Sarah@Life in the Parsonage said...

That may be the best picture ever. I love that you wore the outfit to watch gymnastics!!!

happyathome said...

I think we can all dig up pictures of us with this look. I am going to dig around now for some pictures, although I did post one of me marching in Sea Cadets as a kid, sailor hat and all. I know I have that readily available to repost. Thanks for sharing!

Julie said...

Wow. That's all I can say. Thanks for the laugh! I'm sure I had similar outfits, but hopefully nobody has a picture of me in them!

Michelle said...

I just love your blog! I ran across it a couple weeks or so ago and when I get time I go back and read your older posts! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment!
And your 'Fro me to you posts are the BEST! I may get brave enough one day and join in =P

Have a great day!

Valarie Lea said...

This is the reason I do this blog carnival!!!!

Oh this is good, pure Fro Me to You Gold!!!!
Bwahahahahhahahahha

Oh I so needed this :)

Anonymous said...

Oh, my! I was a gymnast wannabe, too. I also had a pair of neon blue parachute pants with a little bag you could stuff them into and tie the top.

And the perms, yes, the perms. Good times.

Marni's Organized Mess said...

That's awesome. :)

Joanna said...

That is TOO funny!!

Natalie Witcher said...

HA! Yeah, the good ol days, huh!!

Anonymous said...

I want you to know your hair is'nt permed here . Its all au-natural!!!! Mom

Threeundertwo said...

My side hurts, I'm laughing so much. The sad thing is, I think I have a scary similar picture. I've blocked out where it is though.

Cracks me up that you linked this to "Vintage Thingies Thursday."

Precision Quality Laser said...

Kristen,
I just got an award that I get to pass onto my favorite bloggers...TAG you're it! Come on over to pick it up :)

Tara @ Feels Like Home said...

Oh, that is a real treat. Thanks for the smile!

Anonymous said...

I love this! I too had leg warmers and I wore them with pride.

I accidentally forgot to put the permalink before and so I have two links. What can I say? I am too blond for my dark roots :)

Anonymous said...

You have NO shame, do you? That is our little 80's secret, kristen! It's like a club. a SECRET club. At least I'm at home near the bathroom. I nearly wet myself.

The Fritz Facts said...

Oh My Goodness!!! I did need that today, thank you oh so much!!!

JEWELGIRL said...

Funny, do you still have the headband? I hear the 80's styles
are returning! OH NO! LOL
Happy VTT!

Heather said...

That pic brought a smile to my face, and boy did I need it after my day at work today! Thanks :)

Anonymous said...

I have no idea what to say, but felt this warrented a comment. But make no mistake, I am speechless. And that is a feat.

marky said...

I didn't get to play along yesterday, but I have to tell you that this photo wins hands down..!
I laughed till I cried. I had such a similar stunning outfit! And I too was a district level gymnast and then swept up in the Jane Fonda Era! Oh goodness.. I am not sure that there are any photos left to document that experience!

Anonymous said...

Oh, those tights are a trip. So shiny! This made me smile - Thank you!

Kristen said...

I just recently found your blog and am loving reading about THAT family! This picture is priceless, thanks for the laugh, I needed it. :)