I already know where I'll get my bra:

Hats are easy to come by:

And then I'll need a ruffled skirt:

After I start showing up everywhere in my new persona, I figure everyone will pretty much leave me alone. And if they don't, I'll just start shaking maracas and break into a little song and dance. That's what Carmen used to do. Life just seems like it would be lived much better as Carmen Miranda. Music, dancing, romancing... fresh fruit. What's not to like?
Just so I'll be ready when I finally flip my lid, I'll practice with some paper dolls.
