"The Plunge"

Wow! So, I just got back from the first “Bridal Salon” I have ever been to in my life. It was a bit traumatic. I had a few moments where I thought of running from the store screaming “What the heck is a bodice and why do I want it rooshed (is that how you spell it?)?”

Not really a comfortable place for a simple chic like me. First, there were all these words that I didn’t understand – tool (on a dress?), gathers, english mesh, blusher (or something like that) and the rest I can’t even remember. I certainly want to look gorgeous for my wedding. But there is NO WAY I can afford $2,500 for a dress. And that was the CHEAP one!

Now, don’t get me wrong. I looked AMAZING in some of them; I admit it. But who has money for a dress like that (if YOU do, I take cash, check or money order – LOL!). Part of me felt a bit bad because I am marrying the most amazing man I can imagine and I only want the best for him. But I am certain there is no way I can afford that for a dress.

So, I am beginning to think that I just need to go to one of those shops that is the bridal version of Costco. At least there, I don’t have to feel like a total goober who doesn’t even understand the language they are speaking. I’ve never had many fancy things in my life, but I’ve always had what I needed. And I can’t ask for a greater blessing than getting to marry my sweetheart (and his son) – who found me again after 11 years apart.

So, I guess I can afford the best – maybe not in a dress – but his love is free!

More to come. . .