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From Soccer to Prom

10 years ago

Earlier today my daughter had a soccer game, came home and showered to get ready for prom. Here are some pics of her best friend and their dates. My daughter is in the silver and gold dress.

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bob_cville

10 years ago

I ran into a friend yesterday that was picking up the wrist corsages for her twin sons' dates, and getting supplies for the pre-prom party that was to be held at her place. She said the plan was for people to get dressed at her place, to go for pictures, then go for dinner, then skip the prom altogether because "it's lame" and then go to the after-prom-party somewhere else.

I'm not sure I get the point of getting dressed for prom, and then not going to prom. Or whether you can call something a pre-prom party or an after-prom party if you don't attend the prom.

The complaint about the prom being "lame" seemed to be focused on the "Gestapo-llike chaperones" who wouldn't let the attendees get too close to each other on the dance floor or illegally drink alcohol at the prom. I silently thought sarcastically "How dare those chaperones actually do their jobs? That's so 'lame'."

I hope your daughter had a fantastic time.

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lucillle
10 years ago
She is beautiful! I hope they all have a wonderful, memorable evening.
happy2b…gw
10 years ago
definitely beautiful modern young woman. The kids look stunning and so excited. I hope they have a good time tonight.
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jewels_ks
Original Author
10 years ago
They are eating out right now, going to the dance from 8-11 and then to After Prom from 12:00 to 3:00am. If they have any energy left they will go out to breakfast.
glenda_al
10 years ago
An exciting time in their lives! A full night ahead! They are stunning!
katlan
10 years ago
Fab pics!
User
10 years ago
Beautiful! I know they will have an awesome night.
pam_25f
10 years ago
The girls look so beautiful. Love their hairdos and dresses.
morz8 - Washington Coast
10 years ago
Your daughter looks amazing. Strong and pretty, what a combo. The dress is perfect.
Alisande
10 years ago
What a beautiful, glamorous athlete she is! That's a great dress. Both girls look lovely. I hope they all have a good time.
TulsaRose
10 years ago
The girls look gorgeous and excited. What a great experience to have for future memories. My GD is at her Senior Prom as I type this.
nanny98
10 years ago
So very lovely. Hope their special night will be a great memory!
phoggie
10 years ago
What good KS college is getting your beautiful daughter?....KU, I hope!
stacey_mb
10 years ago
Adorable young people! Your daughter is very pretty and her dress is gorgeous. Wishing her and friends a wonderful prom.
jewels_ks
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10 years ago
Phoggie...she will be going to Emporia State to play soccer.
sheilajoyce_gw
10 years ago
Pretty girls and pretty dresses. Love the glittery dress. Not many could show their midriff successfully!
eld6161
10 years ago
Thanks for sharing. My two DD's loved all the prep for prom. It's fun to see the prom dresses, the styles directly reflect what is going on to day in the world of fashion.
sleeperblues
10 years ago
So pretty! You must be so proud. Brings back memories of my kids going to prom 10 years ago. My, how time flies!
Georgysmom
10 years ago
They're both so pretty.....love the dresses. Also love that third picture....so animated.

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