photos on the lawn
The backyard was decorated with round dining tables to seat 40 kids. Parents dotted the lawn and stood back, cameras at the ready, snapping photos of their pride and joy. The menu was printed and nameplates were tied to ribbons. There was a blessing and a buffet of tenderloin of beef, crab cakes and salads, chocolate covered strawberries, key lime pie and cake. Perfect weather… lots of laughter. The hosts - – Judy and Don Geaslen – - had thought of everything, including a bar set up for adults down the hall.
The night started with enchantment…. and as we worked around the kitchen to set up
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- photos on the lawn
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- Dinner is Served at 7:30 PM
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- Mommas like the spoons after everyone leaves for PROM
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- Notice they are really not the same height!
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- Hank with Hays
desserts, hostess Judy asked if one of us would read the Parents Prayer for Prom. I had the privilege and want to share it with you here:
May my child be blessed
on this special evening . . .
May my child be blessed with an enchanted evening.
May they dance with joy in their heart.
May they enjoy the smiles and laughter of others.
May my child have a date that is kind in word and deed, grateful and complimentary.
May their evening be filled with grace, dignity and respect. May my child experience a wonderful night, full of lasting memories.
I pray for the safety and wisdom for all that attend Prom this evening…
May the Lord watch over them.
- – Judy Geaslen
Some of us parents lingered, story telling.
Mommas like the spoons after everyone leaves for PROM
As we left the beautiful home, I understood that a prayer often gives us a sense of peace… and our own enchanted evening as our children leave for that next phase of life experiences… finding their way.
So on the morning after parties are all complete, the 2011 Prom goers found their way home… new experiences under their belt and new stories of their own to tell one day. I hope they will include the prayer!
