TRIPLE UPDATE: I took the picture away because it made me sad. But I’m happy to know that someone who really wants it has it. It reminds me of the time my mother tricked me into giving up my pacifier when I was two by telling me that a very poor little girl couldn’t afford her own pacifier, so I had to give her mine.

Only in this case, the girl is richer than me. But whatever.

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DOUBLE UPDATE: I quit bidding because it was getting too rich for my blood. Oh well. I hope the new owner enjoys it.

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UPDATE: the price has gone up a bit. I’m not the highest bidder. I may make one more bid and then quit. I like it a lot, but only if it’s a bargain, and it won’t be if I drive the price up much more.

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Oh my lord, I found the most gorgeous dress on Ebay. I want it. I want it a lot.

The problem? It’s basically a wedding dress, but it’s not right for my wedding. Besides, I already have a wedding dress. The only time I can possibly wear it is my rehearsal dinner, because that’s sort of like a wedding-lite. The auction ends in 5 hours.

What should I do?

Oh, she’s so pretty. I should mention that, based on the measurements, I think it would fit me perfectly, and (at least at the moment) it’s very reasonably priced. Not dirt-cheap, but a good buy for a vintage silk dress with beading that’s in excellent condition.