We were at a family gathering this past weekend, and one of my nieces who entered her Senior year, was already starting to talk about her Senior Prom. I thought it interesting that her and the other ladies in the family were already looking at catalogs for 2009 Prom Dresses. I asked her if she already had a date for next years event, and she said not yet, but there is plenty of time for that. It got me to thinking, when I was in High School, did my date already have her dressed picked out months in advance in hopes that she would asked to the Prom?
It seems as if the Senior Proms are becoming more elaborate and a big social affair. The planning rivals that of some weddings. Of course nowadays, you can just get online and check out the dresses for Proms for 2009 and even going back to 2003. Because we all know you can’t possibly wear what was “in” last year. There are even sites now dedicated specifically for talk and advise on Prom Dresses.
I just hope that when my daughters reach that age, that Proms will be a little less stressful. After all, your Senior year in high school is supposed to be some of the best times in your life. If you are worried about which color of dress and shoes you will be wearing 8 months away, you may miss out on the fun stuff leading up to this very important date.