Costumes and Alarms

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Why have I been so excited to come to work recently?
Yes, that is right: costumes!
I finally got around to going down into the prop room and picking out two dresses that aren't terrible. (I really think I need to make some of my own! >.<;) The first one I semi-permanently borrowed for the store's use is long-sleeved and just barely fits me. Although, it does show off my waistline and keeps me mindful of my posture. ^_^ The second one is a bit more relaxed...I'm wearing it for the first time today. It fits me....but I'm unsure about the style. It is "gathered" in the front and back, so the sides poof out a bit more....it definitely does not look modern. Of course, my short blue/purple hair is not exactly period, so I've also been purloining bonnets! The ones we sell in the store are really made for bright sun and basically act as blinders. Not so good for a person running a store! I found it looks best hanging down my back. However, I've found a stiffer one in the prop room that actually allows me to see--and it's grey! Yay!

The reaction to my taking to costume-wearing has been mixed. The staff mostly just think I'm funny and are enjoying my enthusiasm and the ridiculousness of me dressing up. There are a few who are a bit incredulous and supportive in that "yeah, you go ahead and look like a freak and I'll stand back here and laugh" sort of way. However, the Director seems pleased so nyah. The visitors to the museum (though we've had very few) seem amused so far.

I had one "Oops" this past week. Apparently I didn't make sure one of the doors was fully closed when I was locking up and received this email from the Director the next day:

A door alarm triggered at 1:40 am Saturday morning. I made great time with the lights and the officer beat me there. We found the western front door slightly ajar and the officer called for for backup.  It was really exciting stuff when the officers pushed the door open fast and yelled “Police, come out with your hands up!” There was no sign of anyone and with the door being locked but not closed, my guess was the wind blew it open and the auto closer pulled it shut again. Perhaps we should count three additional visitors for this weekend. 

I do really appreciate having a boss man with a sense of humor. I don't know if I'd be so happy to be pulled out of my bed at 2am on a day I didn't have to come into work....

Note to self: make sure doors are closed!