Looking Forward To School Prom
By Darkwing
@Darkwing (21583)
March 6, 2008 6:55pm CST
My eldest Granddaughter is leaving school this year, in July, and so has quite excitedly, started planning for her School Prom. The prom can be one of the most important events of one's school experience - a special night to look forward to and fantasise about for months beforehand.
So, with all this in mind, she decided she wanted to get her Prom Dress and Shoes early, so nagged my Daughter-In-Law into going to the shops with her. In fact, her mum quite enjoyed the experience and Sarah chose a short skirted dress which she can wear after. Sensible girl, considering the cost! She got the dress and shoes safely home and was itching for me to see them, so, I had to inspect her chosen attire. lol. Her Mum was as eager for me to see it as Sarah was!:)
Anyway, she didn't put it on... I suppose something to do with bad luck, like the wedding dress suspicion. But she brought it down, covered and took the covering bag off in front of me... slowly. lol. It was a short dress, with straps and quite low cut, to about bra level, with a short, slightly gathered skirt. The material underneath was like a cream silk, and this had a mid-grey coloured chiffon layer over top of it. It's a really nice, conservative type of dress, smart, but delicate at the same time. Her shoes are cream, to match the silk fabric underneath, with quite a high heel, probably about three inches. (She's quite short). They were fabric uppers with an open toe and closed back. Altogether a good choice, but seemingly quite grown up. Then on the other hand, I suppose if she's leaving school she is pretty grown up.
She'll be going on to college and maybe even university after that, depending on her educational needs for her desired career. I've asked for photos to be taken on the day, as I think they'll be a good keepsake to mark her coming into adulthood. :)
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
7 Mar 08
awwwww the out fit sound just lovely and I bet she will look beautiful in it.
I never go t to the prom and I quit school and got married well I quit before then but I did go to a formal dance at school and I wore a deep rose colord strapless formal with a little jacket to go with it . no I cant get into it lol.
MOmma saved it but now I cant remember if I got it last year or we couldnt find it as brother had packed up alot of things before we got there if thats so he has it stored at his house.
And the excitement builds up for your grand daughter I hope she has loads of fun!
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
7 Mar 08
when she wears it we do need pics and I know we will! and yes I do hope I find it and that my sis didnt claim it for she knows very well its not hers but then she tried to claim a chest that I spoke for way before she was born and I got it.
Dont know why she wanted it had reall nothing to do with her for when it was bought was in the 50s and she wasnt born till the 60s.
My brother made sure I got it too . bless him!
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@Darkwing (21583)
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7 Mar 08
Yes, I'll get some pics and I really must remember my camera this week, to take pics of the dog.
It's good that your brother looks out for you and makes sure you get what's rightfully yours. He'll make sure you get your outfit back too, no doubt. Brightest Blessings.
@Darkwing (21583)
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7 Mar 08
Oh, I'm sure she'll enjoy it. She's an entertainer.. used to go to drama school, like the other one does now, and she likes to be the centre of attention. lol.
The dress is lovely.. the grey is a warm sort of grey, almost a dusky purple, but not a cold, slate colour. Your outfit sounds nice, and no, I can't get into any of mine, either. I was a skinny rake when I left school. lol. I hope you find it again.
Brightest Blessings. xxx
@mummymo (23706)
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11 Mar 08
I bet it was great having the great unveiling of the outfit ceremony wasn't it sweety? We didn't have a prom at myh school - when I look back now I do so wish we had, what a wonderful way to end your school days! I do look forward to seeing the photos my friend I am sure she will look very beautiful! xxx
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@Darkwing (21583)
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12 Mar 08
I think it's quite a recent thing to have a school prom. I didn't have one when I was at school either, but I would imagine they enjoy it, as they get to wear "grown-up" clothes to school at last. A lot of things have changed since I was a schoolgirl. lol. We weren't allowed to wear make-up, like they are now, or jewellery, and we certainly weren't allowed to wear shoulder-length hair, or longer, down. We had to tie it up whilst we were in school. My Mum used to plait my hair! lol.
I'll persuade her to have some photos taken.. she doesn't mind, but she won't put her dress on especially for that purpose. Make you laugh, don't they? ha ha ha
Brightest Blessings, my dear friend. xxxx
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@weemam (13372)
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7 Mar 08
I can just imagine her excitement , Our eldest granddaughter went to her prom las year , She had a beautiful long lilac coloured evening dress , she looked just like a fairytale princess , well she did in all of our eyes , I think I sent you the pictures at the time , If not I can still send you one pal , I will put my new e-mail in a private message to you, I wish her all the love and happiness pal xx
@Darkwing (21583)
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7 Mar 08
I'll have to check my pics out. I thought you sent me one of an 18th birthday party.
Her dress sounds really nice... is she going to use it again though? Sarah chose short because she could wear it again, for parties and such. She was being quite practical really and saving money, which is unusual for kids her age. Still, I suppose she had to show off her high heels. lol. I don't know how she can walk in them!
Brightest Blessings. xxxx
@weemam (13372)
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7 Mar 08
I did send you one of her 18th pal , her dress was over £200 but she didn't pay for it , It was a present from her great gran ( my Mum ) and I don't think she will ever wear it again , I am like your granddaughter I would have gone for something I could wear again xx
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@royal52gens (5488)
• United States
10 Mar 08
Our daughters are also preparing for the prom. One has a date and the other does not which is not a big deal in our small town. It is an exciting time in a young lady's life.
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@Darkwing (21583)
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10 Mar 08
Oh, how lovely. Yes, it is an exciting time in their lives, and they pay a lot of attention to what they will be wearing for the Prom. I don't think a date's a big deal anywhere, these days, but my Granddaughter is going with her boyfriend, so problem solved. lol.
Brightest Blessings and thank you for your contribution.
@omar0913 (942)
• Legaspi, Philippines
14 Mar 08
LOL! it is good for her, a short dress for short girls, that will make her a bit taller than she is, and wearing a highhills shoes is nice too, she really knows what is good for her, shes so bright same as you LOL. Don't worry about her going to college she can manage it well.
@Darkwing (21583)
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14 Mar 08
Awwwwww, shucks! 
The flattery is getting to me! 
The heels must be at least three inches high... almost as long as her legs! Oh, she'll be fine at college.. it's not far from home, but she intends to go to university afterwards and goodness knows where that will be. She's sort of made up her mind what qualifications she needs but is torn between a career as an architect, or a beautician. Both are artistic, I guess!
Brightest Blessings and thank you for your input.
The flattery is getting to me!
The heels must be at least three inches high... almost as long as her legs! Oh, she'll be fine at college.. it's not far from home, but she intends to go to university afterwards and goodness knows where that will be. She's sort of made up her mind what qualifications she needs but is torn between a career as an architect, or a beautician. Both are artistic, I guess!
Brightest Blessings and thank you for your input.
@DevilHands (573)
• Philippines
7 Mar 08
Darkwing, your granddaughter must look really really lovely on that dress, but I kind of felt it's a bit weird though that she didn't try to put it on to try it... cause that kind of only happens at wedding I think. Well... I am kind of thinking what if during the prom it happens to not fit or too loose for her? Haha...
@Darkwing (21583)
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7 Mar 08
Oh, she tried it on before buying it, and it really will suit her as she has red hair, with golden strands in it. I can't guarantee that it'll fit her if she loses or gains weight, but that's up to her, I guess. She'll have to keep her weight steady for the next four months. lol.
It just struck me, when I saw the dress and shoes, how grown up she really is now. :)
@DevilHands (573)
• Philippines
7 Mar 08
Yup that's true... and your daughter must have realized that too. Time sure goes fast...
@DevilHands (573)
• Philippines
7 Mar 08
I meant granddaughter! Haha... myLot needs an edit button... _
@Darkwing (21583)
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7 Mar 08
She's a pretty young thing, and I don't think I'll find it hard to see her dress up in womanly fashion. She is quite a sensible girl, and knows she's stepping out into the great big, wide world, and what is required of her. I think I'll feel more proud, than anything. :)
Brightest Blessings.
@Kashmeresmycat (6369)
• United States
7 Mar 08
Awwwww, how exciting for her! The dress sounds so pretty and I can't wait to see some pictures that I hope you will post. Don't you just wonder where all the years have gone?...and so fast? She's so lucky to have such a wonderful Grandmother too!
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@Darkwing (21583)
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7 Mar 08
Yes, the dress is very pretty. Kind of floaty, and the grey is a warm grey, almost tending to be a dusky purple. It's really nice... she made a good choice, because it will go really well with her red hair. She has red hair with natural golden blonde streaks in it.
Yes, the years have gone by very quickly. My Grandson would have been 19 this coming September. Thank you for yet another compliment, my friend. You won't believe this but I had to kind of rib her about her Goth way of dress a couple of years ago! I couldn't believe it... paganism must be to the fore in our family. ha ha ha. She's out of it now, anyway, and more into pinks and black. lol
Brightest Blessings. xx
Brightest Blessings.
