You’re Beautiful

I generally try to make a point in my daily life to predominately interact with, or surround myself among, attractive people. This may seem fickle or shallow at first but, upon further reflection, it actually is. But who could blame me? There’s nothing better than attractive friends, coworkers or even family. However, over the years, I have come to find that there are certain situations in which I prefer my assailant not to be attractive. It can often create uncomfortable situations, make me act in irrational ways and always ends up being much more trouble than its worth.

For example, I recently stopped going to the salon to get my haircut for two reasons: (a) paying $90+ every four weeks was driving me to financial peril and (b) I wanted to get it cut finger-length short — and there’s no need for a full-fledged salon visit if I am not trying to upkeep my curl and shine. Therefore, I ventured to the local barbershop which will remain nameless.

I was told that this particular establishment procures a lot of attractive employees. And after my first visit, I can confirm this to be true. Now you might think that getting your haircut by attractive people is a great thing but let me tell you: it is not. Why? Because now I have to get ready before I go get a haircut. My routine consists of showering, getting dressed, driving to the barbershop, getting my haircut, coming back home, and then showering yet again. It’s ridiculous. The vicious cycle cannot be broken. I either have to find another barbershop where sub-optimal looks are standard, continue the tedious upkeep or simply grow out my hair. What a tough life. Now you tell me about other circumstances in your life where interacting with attractive people is more stressful than it really ought to be.

Adieu. Navid.