Ah crap! The Air Force Ball.....

[Hærfest Leah]

My husband and I have just decide to attend this years Air Force Ball in Sept. We have never been to it because we're not the military function type. The opening ceremony is mandatory for the section he works in now so he figures we might as well go to the ball too. And he said I had to be nice. fooey

So now I have to definitely loose this weight plus gain more muscle tone by Sept. And find a formal with my mom and sister when we go to TN in July including all the junk that goes with it. (Having homecoming flashbacks.) The good side is that we will get a current formal picture together that we don't have other than our wedding picture and an evening away from the kids to dance together.

Who else has been to these balls, what was your oipinion of them? I'm sure it will be fun but I don't play well with too many when it comes to the military.

[WitchJezebel]

I've been to a few balls/gatherings such as that, they're not so bad. I don't like dressing up that much so I'm always uncomfortable. I don't particularly play well with others either, but being 'nice' for one night isn't that much of a stretch. Keep it at small talk and you'll be fine.

[Hærfest Leah]

I've been to a few balls/gatherings such as that, they're not so bad. I don't like dressing up that much so I'm always uncomfortable. I don't particularly play well with others either, but being 'nice' for one night isn't that much of a stretch. Keep it at small talk and you'll be fine.

Yeah I sure haven't been the dress up type SHK (new lingo: since having kids). Oh no the hermit has to go out in public and speak to people. :fpeek:

[RowanMegaera]

Of all the "mandatory fun days" we are privileged to attend, I love the balls. I have always loved dressing up, and because we move around so much, I don't have to buy new formal wear. I don't care if I have worn something before... as long as it's flattering.

My husband is in his first real command, so we are getting to experience the real life of officers, and I am having to smile and play nice with all of the wives so as not to ruin his chances at making rank. As far as I am concerned, tea parties are for 5 year olds... blergh. I am also tired of being Mrs. Lt. So and so... Excuse me! I have a name, and I like it. I think they would be scandalized if they knew I only recently changed my name to match my husband's. We've been together 5 years, and I kept my name for a long time.

[Hærfest Leah]

As far as I am concerned, tea parties are for 5 year olds... blergh. I am also tired of being Mrs. Lt. So and so... Excuse me! I have a name, and I like it. I think they would be scandalized if they knew I only recently changed my name to match my husband's. We've been together 5 years, and I kept my name for a long time.

That's so right, you would be damned if they knew that. LOL I do best to stay away because normally I cannot keep my mouth shut once they start talking to me like I'm some moron. I get those questions like what do you think of the military and was is hard adjusting till I say I was in for 4 yrs myself. And then the nosey financial questions 1st Sgts like to throw in. Geesh!

And I bet you can agree that it's hard to find a spouse to chat with that knows more to talk about than how to have kids and describing your deliveries. :goodgrief

[RowanMegaera]

That's so right, you would be damned if they knew that. LOL I do best to stay away because normally I cannot keep my mouth shut once they start talking to me like I'm some moron. I get those questions like what do you think of the military and was is hard adjusting till I say I was in for 4 yrs myself. And then the nosey financial questions 1st Sgts like to throw in. Geesh!

And I bet you can agree that it's hard to find a spouse to chat with that knows more to talk about than how to have kids and describing your deliveries. :goodgrief

Oh jeeze! I completely alienated the vast majority of the wives with my comment the other night on why I don't want any more kids. (I only have one and I love her dearly) "I don't like kids!"

The gasps and quick steps back were comical. Though it was rather lonely the rest of the party. Ooops!

[Hærfest Leah]

Oh jeeze! I completely alienated the vast majority of the wives with my comment the other night on why I don't want any more kids. (I only have one and I love her dearly) "I don't like kids!"

The gasps and quick steps back were comical. Though it was rather lonely the rest of the party. Ooops!

oh that's great. Here have a _cookie_ Can we say overly sensitive.

[WokeUpDead]

Yep, people are annoying. I hate dressing up so I can't imagine it would be much fun. I'm not a big fan of the miltary either so you have my sympathy.

[Lewen]

And I bet you can agree that it's hard to find a spouse to chat with that knows more to talk about than how to have kids and describing your deliveries. :goodgrief

I have to say, I found that to be the hardest part when I was an army wife and had to attend a few functions myself...it would have been refreshing to find something to talk about other then that...or who had the latest and largest rock on their finger too. *rolls eyes*

[Kyan's Daddy]

So now I have to definitely loose this weight plus gain more muscle tone by Sept.


Three words for you:

Body For Life.

That's how I got my six pack. It works. Really.

[Hærfest Leah]

Three words for you:

Body For Life.

That's how I got my six pack. It works. Really.

Heard of it but never tried it. My 8 pack is still here, I've always had abs of steel. 4 of them are showing so far. The :crystalba sees all my preggo weight melting away. LOL

My husband said, "Hey this should give you the drive to loose the rest of the preggo weight". Huh easier said than done I think, it just adds pressure. But yeah it will give me a goal.

[Kyan's Daddy]

My husband said, "Hey this should give you the drive to loose the rest of the preggo weight".

I'm surprised you didn't respond with "Yeah, but now I have to find a new cardio workout, because that comment just cost you three months of sex."

:D

[materra]

Three words for you:

Body For Life.

That's how I got my six pack. It works. Really.

Huh...:confused:...we don't get them at the grocery anymore???? :falloffch *Snorts and giggles her way out of the thread*

[Hærfest Leah]

I'm surprised you didn't respond with "Yeah, but now I have to find a new cardio workout, because that comment just cost you three months of sex."

:D

Haha good one but no way. That's mandatory cardio.

[treefae]

the marine ball is in november so you can wear a dress and freeze your ass off because they held the ball in the hanger on base.that's glamorous lol.the only cool thing is the pictures and drinking.most of it was boring military history and blabber about how wonderful they were and we would cheer and clap and ooh-rah it was more like a dressed up pep rally.i did crack my husband up when he stood at attention and i asked when the girl was going to jump out of the cake.hey dresses are easy if you have boobs.that's all guys really care about anyway.if you get a dress that gives you cleavage you'll be set,he will be proud to show you off all night.oh am i stereotyping men yep whoops sorry to the 1% of men that don't care about their woman's chest size.do you go to aerobics classes where they watch your kids those are great.i go for an hour 4 days a week it's soo worth it.i get creaky after 2 kids being a stay at home mom.i was in great shape too before my kids.i'm not overweight now but i'm a weak flubby mess so the class is wonderful.good luck

[Breathless Falcon]

We just had our 2nd ball in a month, so i couldn't go in the same dress as the first one. The first ball was ok, a lot of younger people( lower ranking), alot of drinking and the food was not all that good. I had my dress made, because I didn't have time to do it myself and it was still cheaper than buying it at a fancy store.

Now the Ball last night was really nice, the people older( higher ranking) responsible drinking and the food this time was really good. Both were held in the same place I think it was the difference between a Battalion ball and Brigade ball, also I noticed a difference in the people The battalion ball was a little more relaxed not too much brass walking around, the punch bowl was a toilet bowl( there was a joke behind it). The brigade ball was what I call political, lots of stripes and brass. The guest speaker was a Major General and the punch bowl was silver.

I wouldn't worry too much about losing weight for the ball maybe tone up a bit just make sure you get a dress the fits correctly and is comfortable with shoes that don't hurt your feet. Pamper yourself and have your hair and nails done, it takes the stress out of the day.

Best of luck, keep us posted _twohorns_

[Hærfest Leah]

the marine ball is in november so you can wear a dress and freeze your ass off because they held the ball in the hanger on base.that's glamorous lol.the only cool thing is the pictures and drinking.most of it was boring military history and blabber about how wonderful they were and we would cheer and clap and ooh-rah it was more like a dressed up pep rally.i did crack my husband up when he stood at attention and i asked when the girl was going to jump out of the cake.hey dresses are easy if you have boobs.that's all guys really care about anyway.if you get a dress that gives you cleavage you'll be set,he will be proud to show you off all night.oh am i stereotyping men yep whoops sorry to the 1% of men that don't care about their woman's chest size.do you go to aerobics classes where they watch your kids those are great.i go for an hour 4 days a week it's soo worth it.i get creaky after 2 kids being a stay at home mom.i was in great shape too before my kids.i'm not overweight now but i'm a weak flubby mess so the class is wonderful.good luck

Oh that sounded like fun, not. Oh yeah I have boobs and if I have to put on a formal its no light task, I make damn sure the event I attend that I'm eye catching and drool worthy, just havent had to do it in a while. I wish I had something like that here but nope so I have the yourself fitness program for the xbox (yourselffitness.com) that has got an excellent personal trainer program on it, power yoga dvds, a bowflex,treadmill, free weights & back exercise/situp bench that I use. I'm getting there but boy is it slow. LOLThanks

[Hærfest Leah]

We just had our 2nd ball in a month, so i couldn't go in the same dress as the first one. The first ball was ok, a lot of younger people( lower ranking), alot of drinking and the food was not all that good. I had my dress made, because I didn't have time to do it myself and it was still cheaper than buying it at a fancy store.

Now the Ball last night was really nice, the people older( higher ranking) responsible drinking and the food this time was really good. Both were held in the same place I think it was the difference between a Battalion ball and Brigade ball, also I noticed a difference in the people The battalion ball was a little more relaxed not too much brass walking around, the punch bowl was a toilet bowl( there was a joke behind it). The brigade ball was what I call political, lots of stripes and brass. The guest speaker was a Major General and the punch bowl was silver.

I wouldn't worry too much about losing weight for the ball maybe tone up a bit just make sure you get a dress the fits correctly and is comfortable with shoes that don't hurt your feet. Pamper yourself and have your hair and nails done, it takes the stress out of the day.

Best of luck, keep us posted _twohorns_

Yeah it always depends of the type of section to what kind of gathering to expect. Glad you had a better time at the 2nd one. Thanks for the input.

[Hærfest Leah]

Well the ball is this coming Friday the 15th. I'm going shopping tomorrow with my jewish neighbor whose going to it also. It's a day away from the girls and to go have a nice lunch for once. Kinda hesitant about the ball still but I'm glad hubby & I can get nice pictures made together.

[bbnflpn]

sounds like fun,

i went to a ball once, my ex-fiance an i. i went and bought a realtivly cheap dress and it looked great. (it was blue and because of it i was able to have a halloween costume for a few years. devil in a blue dress im gonna use it this year too i tryed it on this evening and it still fits not as good as it use to but it does) we had an ok time. since he was stationed in 29 palms (this was a marine corps ball) he got to go to laughlin nv. i got to gamble he didnt like it and he didnt want me to drink or smoke either. (and you wonder why i didnt marry him) we fought the whole 6 hour car ride home. but at least i got to get away from the house for a weekend.

[faerymom]

I've not attended an Army Ball yet. I don't like formal functions much. :lol:

I don't mix well.. most of the Army wives I have met tend to be anti-AP (which I am) and I have a hard time keeping my mouth shut. Dh has been to one since we were married.

[Hærfest Leah]

sounds like fun,

I went to a ball once, my ex-fiance an i. i went and bought a realtivly cheap dress and it looked great. (it was blue and because of it i was able to have a halloween costume for a few years. devil in a blue dress im gonna use it this year too i tryed it on this evening and it still fits not as good as it use to but it does) we had an ok time. since he was stationed in 29 palms (this was a marine corps ball) he got to go to laughlin nv. i got to gamble he didnt like it and he didnt want me to drink or smoke either. (and you wonder why i didnt marry him) we fought the whole 6 hour car ride home. but at least i got to get away from the house for a weekend.

My neighbors husband is a Marine, they were at 29 Palms before coming here. That's who I call to come get snakes out of our garage. LOL

Yes I plan on looking for a super cheap dress, extra funds this pay period are not very good and I'm still trying to get a job. VERY small town, too many dependants trying to work.

[Hærfest Leah]

I've not attended an Army Ball yet. I don't like formal functions much. :lol:

I don't mix well.. most of the Army wives I have met tend to be anti-AP (which I am) and I have a hard time keeping my mouth shut.

You sure your not me? :tongueout

[faerymom]

:lol:

Oh the horrors, should they find out I breastfed my youngest until he was 25 months AND he is co-sleeping! ;)

We just moved here in January, I'm due to make a new friend soon, I'm just so damn picky. (took me a year at our last post lol)

[bbnflpn]

good luck, i know how it goes with the job situation (im still having probs) but i think that you will find what you want for the price you can afford

[Hærfest Leah]

:lol:

Oh the horrors, should they find out I breastfed my youngest until he was 25 months AND he is co-sleeping! ;)

We just moved here in January, I'm due to make a new friend soon, I'm just so damn picky. (took me a year at our last post lol)

HAH!....took me a good 1 1/2. :chatty:

I'm all :eyez: to everyone.

[Wytchie]

Huh...:confused:...we don't get them at the grocery anymore???? :falloffch *Snorts and giggles her way out of the thread*
:veryweird

[Hærfest Leah]

good luck, i know how it goes with the job situation (im still having probs) but i think that you will find what you want for the price you can afford

We went to Dillards & I was able get my dress for $71 & my shoes for $35 so not bad. I'll post pictures in my pohoto albulm when we get them back, I may take some here at home before we leave with our digital camera too.

[DragonsChest]

Was the ball last night or is it tonight? Whenever, I hope you had/have fun, and I'd love to see your dress.

:abanana:

[Hærfest Leah]

Was the ball last night or is it tonight? Whenever, I hope you had/have fun, and I'd love to see your dress.

:abanana:

Tonight

[AutumnWitchie]

Of all the "mandatory fun days" we are privileged to attend, I love the balls. I have always loved dressing up, and because we move around so much, I don't have to buy new formal wear. I don't care if I have worn something before... as long as it's flattering.

My husband is in his first real command, so we are getting to experience the real life of officers, and I am having to smile and play nice with all of the wives so as not to ruin his chances at making rank. As far as I am concerned, tea parties are for 5 year olds... blergh. I am also tired of being Mrs. Lt. So and so... Excuse me! I have a name, and I like it. I think they would be scandalized if they knew I only recently changed my name to match my husband's. We've been together 5 years, and I kept my name for a long time.


When DH was in the Army I always hated the attitude that they thought they could order me around just because I married my hubby. His higher ups found out real fast that I didn't play that game. I told an E-7 to his face that if I wanted to be ordered around I would have lost the weight and joined the military myself. I used to carry a copy of our marriage certificate around in my wallet so when some officer started barking orders at me I could whip it out and ask them to show me where it said that just because I married my DH I signed MY life away to the Army. Boy did the higher ups hate myattitude. I was told that had they wanted DH to have a wife they would have issued him one. We lived off post to put a little distance between us and the Army. My deal was......leave me alone, don't screw with the money, don't go after my DH to get to me and I'll be just as sweet and charming as can be. They screwed with the pay(lost paperwork several times) and hubby was only getting paid as an E-3 living in the barracks when he had been promoted to E-4 and was married, living off post. That took 9 months to fix. ANd they kept jumping us because the bills weren't getting paid on time. Hello, my credit rating went from qualifying to buy a $60,000+ home to having no credit because my cake decorating paycheck went to keep a roof over our head and the car going. Grrr! Sorry about my rant. I'm proad of my hubby for being in the 82nd Airborne but I hate that to this day some folks in the military still want to treat spouses like they're dirt.

[Hærfest Leah]

When DH was in the Army I always hated the attitude that they thought they could order me around just because I married my hubby. His higher ups found out real fast that I didn't play that game. I told an E-7 to his face that if I wanted to be ordered around I would have lost the weight and joined the military myself. I used to carry a copy of our marriage certificate around in my wallet so when some officer started barking orders at me I could whip it out and ask them to show me where it said that just because I married my DH I signed MY life away to the Army. Boy did the higher ups hate myattitude. I was told that had they wanted DH to have a wife they would have issued him one. We lived off post to put a little distance between us and the Army. My deal was......leave me alone, don't screw with the money, don't go after my DH to get to me and I'll be just as sweet and charming as can be. They screwed with the pay(lost paperwork several times) and hubby was only getting paid as an E-3 living in the barracks when he had been promoted to E-4 and was married, living off post. That took 9 months to fix. ANd they kept jumping us because the bills weren't getting paid on time. Hello, my credit rating went from qualifying to buy a $60,000+ home to having no credit because my cake decorating paycheck went to keep a roof over our head and the car going. Grrr! Sorry about my rant. I'm proad of my hubby for being in the 82nd Airborne but I hate that to this day some folks in the military still want to treat spouses like they're dirt.

Oh I am with you, that "you need to control your wife" crap. 82nd......at times do really miss Pope and all my old friends on there and Bragg. My 3 "good" years of active duty.

[AutumnWitchie]

Have fun at the ball. We missed the chance to got o the MI ball because of finances(thanks alot PAC). I'd have liked the chance to have gone.

[starfire]

Good luck, have fun. I like dressing up once in a while. Now more than ever before, but I don't think I could do very well at being prim and proper. I wish you a fun night out with your hubby. Can't wait to see the pictures

[~Anamorata~]

Never the wife of anyone in the military, but I am an 'Army Brat'...my stepmom always hated those balls....most of the women treated her like she was second class, because she was the SECOND wife of an Officer. Big deal! Who cares?! She was by far, the best woman there...bah.

[Hærfest Leah]

Well for our 1st ever ball it was not bad, since we're just a small AF detachement on an Army post it wasn't nearly as big or fancy as I assume it would be on an Air Force base.
We hung out some with our neighbors (my jewish one I've mentioned before) & I met some other nice girls who were at our table. The food wasn't bad & the alcohol was free.

They had a retired Army POW as a guest speaker. He had been in WWII, Korean War where he was a POW for 30 months & he was in Vietnam (he has 7 purple hearts) . He joked a lot when telling about his being captive which I guess is how he deals with it. He told lots of other jokes and one inparticular (since he's a die hard Christian I was told) referred to an athiest which I think was very uncalled for. I don't care what he went thru that was rude.

The girls had a very good time with the daycare they provided in the same building and were worn out when we came home at 10:30. All and all a good evening. Attached is the picture we had made, we think it came out pretty well although I could pick myself apart. LOL It looks like the scan made it look a touch off tho.

[banondraig]

you two are cute together!

[banondraig]

I've not attended an Army Ball yet. I don't like formal functions much. :lol:

I don't mix well.. most of the Army wives I have met tend to be anti-AP (which I am) and I have a hard time keeping my mouth shut. Dh has been to one since we were married.

what's AP?

[starfire]

You guys look great, what a handsome couple. I am glad you had a good time, I am sure others were dreading it as well. You and your hubby need all the special time you can get, especially with two little ones running around all the time.

here's to the lovely couple! :dancy:

[materra]

You guys look great, and I am glad you all had fun.

[DragonsChest]

You two are very cute! And your dress is a lovely shade. Glad you had fun!