Wanted: A Fairy

An Accessories Fairy, to be exact.

Let me explain. Although I am considered responsible and capable by most who know me, I'm just overwhelmed by the number of accessories this season's weather has forced me to keep on my person at all times.

My sunglasses are generally with me when there's the least chance of sun, and those are easily dealt with. But the weather of late has forced me to add a scarf, gloves and, often, a hat as well. Yes, it's been just that cold, and, in my defense, I have not been the only one so attired.

Accessories herding isn't much of an issue on arrival at work or to one's vehicle - that's what back-seats and hooks are for. It's more about clubs, restaurants, bars, coffee spots, etc. Coat pockets are limited in size, if they exist at all, and filling them with bulky gloves and hats distorts one's silhouette in a most unflattering manner. Unless one is over 50, presumably one's handbag is also minute. Where are we to store these items in a public place? If you're anything like me - ie: doing more than one thing at once - the result is lost items. In the past two weeks, I have lost one hat, left a pashmina at a friend's house in the Rose City, and dropped the same glove three times.

I just want someone to hand these items to who will make them disappear until it's time to go. Is that so wrong?

Note: former bag wallahs may apply, but the requirements of the position are far more magical and the temperatures vastly different than previous engagements.