I’m a wall flower

I certainly wasn’t a wall flower last night for New Year’s Eve! We danced and celebrated! As some of you may know, I teach dance and lead Ceili-style dances, fun dances from Ireland and Scotland, but also from other countries.

Red is a festive and cheerful colour that I love wearing at Christmas. Black is elegant and dramatic, my traditional choice for New Year’s Eve.

Both remind me of my mom. She had a gorgeous 1950’s red velvet, fit ‘n flare dress (and had one made for me when I was 8 years old). I enjoyed being her mini-me.

My mom also had a black velvet three-piece dress – 2 tops (one sleeveless and the other long sleeves) and a matching pencil skirt – that she wore with black lace tights. She looked like she was ready to walk on the red carpet like a movie star or a model on a catwalk.

My mom made a big impression on me as a child and I loved playing dressups with some her old clothes and high heels. Those were happy days that influenced my appreciation for style. These memories still bring a smile to my heart when I think about them.

The end of a year is a time I look back at happy memories and thank God for His goodness and mercy. As a New Year begins, I look forward to new adventures and surprises.

Wishing you a year filled with blessings!

It’s a wonderful life!