Colonial Ball 2024

Another year, another ball. Don was flattened by the Flu, and I couldn't someone to take his ticket at the last minute, so I went with mom and dad (who already had tickets). Despite dad's promise to work on his PT, he sat out all the dances while enjoying the snacks. The event was similar to past years, but caller Sue Dupre did include a special dance in honor of the 200th anniversary of General Lafayette's grand return to the United States in 1724-25.

Musicians

As we noticed last year, the vast majority wore Colonial attire, with a few dressed up like me and at least one person wearing business casual. I also noticed the sold out crowd is skewing younger. Rather than being the average age, or even on the young side, we are now the older people. It is encouraging for the future of the event as ticket prices are now $40 each.

With Don sick, I nearly stayed home. I glad I went, if for no other reason so mom could dance. Thankfully the foot pain I had last year did not bother me this year, but I chose the wrong shoes. Ouchie!

Some pictures:

Until next year's ball.