There is nothing so delightful as dancing (to me at least). My favorite kind of dancing is Irish Ceili Dancing, but right behind that is English Country Dancing. And when we realized that we hadn't been to an ECD ball since last September, we all got excited about the Civil War Ball.
Here I am slicing the second South Carolina Country Jam Cake to put on the cake platter. The dress I'm wearing is special; years ago it was given to us by our aunt who is an actress in Hollywood. I wore it when playing "dress-up" and wished it fit. I also wished I could wear puffed sleeves to a ball just like Anne Shirley. Its interesting how some of the dreams we have when we are small disappear, some reshape and change, and some come true, as did this one. I don't think I ever truly thought I'd be able to wear this lovely gown, and yet I did!
Janna's gown was given to us by a lady who is director of wardrobe, etc., at the Shakepeare Theater in Ashland.
Krista watching the action of the dance.
I had a lot of fun doing hairstyles - on my sisters chiefly, but also myself - from the period! Yes, I was inspired by what I see in Victorian era films, but you can imagine my delight when I later saw how close I came to my inspiration!
Noah on the sidelines at a game of chess.
Janna, after the ball, waiting for us to congregate and go out to Shari's with friends before heading home.
~Kathrina
8 comments:
You all are always having so much fun! It looks delightful! I want to come next time! :D
Blessings,
~Shiloh
One other thing...
I love your dresses!
And Kathrina I love you hair!
~Shiloh
Where was the ball held? And when was it? And why weren't y'all at church yesterday?
Thank you, Shiloh! The balls are delightful. :)
Now, ::considers Elsie's pounding questions ;) :: the ball was on February 20th, and it was held in the McMinnville Community Center.
We weren't at church Sunday because we were in (or rather, near) Bend, OR! We left Saturday and just arrived home. We visited the fellowship of some friends there and had a lovely time. Sorry we missed you, though. :(
Keep tuned for a post from the trip!
Love, Kathrina
"Goodness, gracious, great new yorker!!"
how is it that everyone drives ALL THE WAY OUT TO MCMINNVILLE (for a ball) WHICH IS BASICALLY RIGHT AT OUR DOOR STEP and never even lets us know!?! It's incredible!
Kathrina, would you be so kind a to let me know the next time there is a ball in Mac? 'cause I'd love to stop by some time! Though, I wouldn't do any dancing. Pictures, likely....but dancing.....NEVER!
Okay, I guess that's a likely reason as to why y'all weren't at BFF.
Sorry...I didn't know you were interested. :) I'll certainly let you know! However, my dear girl, dancing is absolutely the best part!
~Kathrina
No, I'd rather socialize and snap some shots. =)
Well, do what you'd enjoy (but you really should try dancing)...
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