I wonder which is more of a kick in the integrity: calling in sick to my voice lesson because I didn't practice enough over the break and practicing like mad for next week, or going to my voice lesson and admitting to my teacher that I didn't practice enough over the break.

Deirdre: go for honesty!

Me: Yeah... I just hate to ruin my image when I'm known as such a hard-working student.

Deirdre: everyone is allowed to be off sometimes

Me: NEVER! I'm perfect. Or at least practically perfect in every way. And if I don't get going I'm gonna miss the bus and be late on top of everything so ta-ta!