Every Real Grown-Up Should Have…

… An excuse to throw on a ball gown or a tux and party like it’s their senior prom (or better).

Last weekend, my parents went to a benefit ball. Papa wore his truly beautiful tux and Mama wore a classic black satin gown that we made unique with a really special homemade satin-and-chiffon bow. Surprising parts of their outfits came from the thrift store, but I’m not telling you which ones because you’d never have guessed. They looked epic.

My parents make 50 look exciting. I can’t wait to grow up and be just like them! Well, almost just like them. And I suppose I can wait. But I’ll be no less thrilled when I get there if I’m even half as amazing and good-looking as they are.

Photo credit: Micah Canal