In 1949, this cute little newlywed couple started a lunch counter slash supply store. Eventually, customers got used to eating lunch there that they came knocking on a Sunday around lunch time. Brunch was served, people raved, and Beauty's was born. Now it's a Montreal landmark, with a mega long waiting line outside (we showed up juuuuust before it got crazy). Cute fact 1: It's named after the husband's bowling name. Cute fact 2: It still looks like a 50's diner. Cute fact 3: The husband was still definitely there when we went. All 80 years old and stuff. Delicious fact 1: Best hash browns I've ever had. Ever.
Last year (and many times before that/since then), someone called me a bitch. For some reason, that time I got very upset. It's tough work being a woman with a big personality. Anyways at that moment, my roommate marched in with a quote that completely changed my perspective on the whole thing and every time I read it again, it makes me want to speak a little louder, express my ideas/thoughts a little more, and overall just stand with my head held a little higher. Yeah, it's tough being a woman with a big personality. But it sure beats sitting on the sidelines.
"Whenever anyone has called me a bitch, I have taken it as a compliment. To me, a bitch is assertive, unapologetic, demanding, intimidating, intelligent, fiercely protective, in control - all very positive attributes. But it's not supposed to be a compliment, because there's that old, stupid double standard: when men are aggressive and dominant, they are admired, but when a women possesses those same qualities, she is dismissed and called a bitch. These days, I strive to be a bitch, because not being one sucks. Not being a bitch means not having your voice heard. not being a bitch means you agree with all the bullshit. Not being a bitch means you don't appreciate all the other bitches who have come before you. Not being a bitch means since Eve ate that apple, we will forever have to pay for her bitchiness with complacence, obedience, acceptance, closed eyes and open legs. "
- Margaret Cho
So now when I get called a bitch, I answer, "why thank you!"
Remember The O.C.? I boycotted that show for YEARS based on precisely nothing. Then I got to university, got sucked in and watched all four seasons. They now also sit proudly on the mantle of my fake fireplace. Now why am I talking about The O.C.? Because at the moment I have absolutely zero inspiration/time to write, but I wanted to post something (also give a shoutout to whoever is following my blog from Germany). So here is my all-time favorite scene from the show. I should point out I fully plan on trying it one day. I already make Grey's Anatomy-worthy speeches in my head while dramatic music is playing.
Lovely partner in crime Madison and I selected Cavalli, an upscale Italian-esque restaurant. Note to self: should have probably photographed the food maybe? Anyways my food was delicious, my drink was pretty much the best thing I've ever had, and the company was lovely.
