So uh, what now?

The one comparison that worked for prom last night was how it resembled a bat mitzvah, complete with the cha-cha slide and cotton eye joe, but with fancier attire, mani-pedis, and curling iron hairdos. I know I said that I wasn't sure about going, but I wouldn't have done it differently if I had to do it over. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to go to prom and spend less than three hundred dollars. Especially if you beautify yourself. That was one of the funnest parts; going to the nail salon, then doing hair and makeup, getting ready together and taking pictures.

Bottom line: I had a good time.

Now, I have to go to sleep, since we stayed up until 5 at the after party. More on that later.

No-Prom

Well, here it is. Prom. The big kahuna. The night that many a terrible, and also not so terrible movie has been based on or around. The event that's associated with drama, horrible dresses, up-do's, makeup, the perfect date. It's this, and so much more.

And I'm here to say that I won't be going. Mind you, I have nothing against the prom establishment, I just don't really want to go. In my mind, prom is just another Saturday night, plus lots of money and a dress you're probably only going to wear once. Maybe this is a cynical outlook, maybe not.

So, on this Saturday night, just like so many others, I'll be enjoying myself in my craft corner (just kidding, but I wish I had one) and relaxing. I won't have spent upward of five hundred dollars on the next three hours or stayed up inordinately late. And my life is just as rich without this time-honored tradition.

Pre-Prom

Tomorrow is officially prom. So this afternoon was spent in preparation of the event, of course. First, a group of four of us headed over to get mani-pedis and the place was full of girls from our high school. It was a little ridiculous at times. Then, after a quick break for pizza from Whole Foods, me and M went back to mah crib to try out hair styles. I wasn't very helpful for M seeing as I fail at curling hair, but she did mine really pretty!

This isn't a very good picture, but the curls were basically perfect. I sent her home with a decent amount of CDs to put on her computer as her payment so it's all good.

Anyways, I have to go get my beauty sleep now. I'll be sure to give a more comprehensive report sometime next week, complete with embarassing pictures and after party details.

Prom

Prom

One word that causes so much drama. You may be wondering why I am hesitant to go to prom. Maybe it's only Lilia who doesn't understand me. First off, there's the cost. Fifty for the ticket, at least two hundred for the dress, I don't know about the shoes because it really depends, and hair/makeup/nails. The common question is if it's worth it. I've asked my senior friends from commercial design class, and while they had fun, and they would do the same thing again (obvs. senior prom), they didn't really seem like they thought it was the best night of their lives. Second, I'm dateless. Yes. 16 and single. Can you imagine? We all are, so no problem there. I'd just go with mis amigas mejores. But there is something to be said about not having a date. It's a little sad. I'm not talking about my-aunt-just-died sad, but oh-mom-did-you-go-to-prom-yea-who-took-you-my-friends sad. However, it's better than saying you didn't go to prom. Third, I would go next year. What's the big deal with junior prom anyway. You don't have much to celebrate. You're still stuck in the same lame-o high school for another year while you scribble meaningless college essays and rot in English class.
Anyway, while I'm mulling over my decision, I decided to look at dresses and these are my top picks. Feedback welcome.

p.s. The top two are the same dress -front and back- but it has an awkward little train...