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Overheard in L.A.: 'Tis the Season For Ugly Christmas Sweaters
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By Ana Ottman / Special to LAist
We've reached the time of year when ugly Christmas sweater parties are as ubiquitous as
faux-snow and festive wreaths. This week's Overheard in L.A. round-up includes overheard conversation on mustaches, Dave Matthews and Siri.
Don't forget, our Overheard in L.A. feature relies on you to send us the strange conversations you overhear in this city. Send them our way at tips@laist.com. (In the e-mail, put "overheard" in the subject and tell us who said it, where they said it and any amusing context.)
Overheard of the Week
Girl: "Ohhh, are you on your way to an 'ugly sweater' party?"
Guy: "No."
Via @BrettGursky
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The Standards For Ugly Are High
One dude to another: "These sweaters aren't ugly enough."
At a thrift store via @davery90230
Dating in Fast-Food Terms
"I haven't met a girl yet who I can take to Friday's. The only girls I attract are McDonald's worthy."
At a coffee shop via @SarahGrothjan
Mustaches Unite!
"Sweet mustache, fellow pale white male!"
At Downtown LA ArtWalk via @thecalebbacon
Don't Give Up on Your Dreams
"Yeah, well I wish I looked like Dave Matthews, but it's never gonna happen!"
Via @luhrsman
Outsourcing to Siri
"I don't know why I'm talking to Siri when I've got my own assistant."
Via @lieujessica
In a World Where Pets Are King
"Don't you DARE eat that taco. I got the burrito for you, the chicken tacos are for the dogs."
Via @Adubs_
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