but as it was , the unusual situation was like a confusing version of tug of war between gravity , a dog , a terrified crying boy ( who was being used as the rope ) and a one armed horror bent of killing the crying rope . she was already dressed for the baby shower , seemingly in a fantastic mood . `` why the men put up with the rock chicks . '' i put my shorts and tank tops away sadly , knowing i probably would n't wear them again for several months . 