Last weekend my two oldest children participated in the Civil War ball put on by Parker Christian Home Educators.  What a wonderful event!  A good time was had by all.  I want to write more about it but for now you will just have to enjoy a couple of photos and imagine how much fun it was!

Yes, she designed and made her dress.  The back has lacing, with grommets and satin ribbon and a big bow.  She also made the bow for her hair, and we had fun searching for some gloves.  (We found them at a wonderful store here in our town called "Repeat Performance."  I had the honor of fixing her hair. I thought she was the belle of the ball.  (Just like every other Mom there thought their daughter was the belle.  And they were!)

 My son's costume was provided by You Can Live History.   He was a sword bearer too, for the presentation of the young ladies.  We got his sword from Vision Forum.

The band was exceptional, the lady who taught the dances was fabulous it was amazing how everyone caught on so quickly.  I bet there were over 400 participants.  We were very impressed with the decorations and how nice the event center was.  If you get the opportunity to do this, take it!  Next year hubby and I better be on that dance floor too....the kids can't have ALL the fun!

Blessings!

Nancy