Aww... Thanks,
@LizK and
@Jayne01.
I ended up buying three different dresses and the evening gown, now I am set for a while. What I like about this dress is that it can serve multi-purpose: Works for a business meeting and could also serve a slightly more formal occasion. I may need to get some more accessories, a colored scarf or something similar. It is a bit more on the conservative side but that is a good thing in business.
Oh yeah, the shoes... There is a story behind them. I was on my way to a business meeting and stepped into the elevator of one of the New York high rises. In the elevator was another woman wearing these shoes. Of course, I complimented her on the shoes and asked her what brand they are. She told me how comfortable they are and that they are on sale... Needless to say, I spent the first 30 minutes of the meeting finding and ordering these shoes
- And I have them in black and in brown. Just in case. And yes, they are comfortable. Made 5 hours of the event including long walks from and to parking much easier. I am not much of a fan of driving in heels, so like many girls, I switched from and to flats in the car.
The gala ended up being very nice. It was an award ceremony for minority-owned small businesses and suppliers to larger corporations. During the ceremony, there were a few very inspiring speeches. The program around the awards was also nice and funny.
I am still debating with myself if I would like to see LGBT owned businesses included or if they would deserve their own ceremony and recognition.
Prior to the award ceremony, there was a reception which made for an excellent place to observe and watch people. I am still trying to tune my behavior and my manners and occasions like this are an excellent learning ground. I did however not budge on food: They where service primarily very small plates with not much more than a sampler. It was a 5:30 event, so I was hungry and had to go 5 or 6 times for more
This time I even managed a few quick conversations in the bathroom, something I usually avoid due to my voice. No issue at all.
Anyways, so much for shoes and the event.
As mentioned somewhere else, I do have scheduled a consultation for GRS with Keelee MacPhee on November 6th. I should have final appointment confirmation today so I can book flights and hotel. I will stay overnight, I am sure I will be very nervous leading up to this and don't want to have to travel right before. Lucky enough I have accumulated a ton of airline miles and I can finally make good use of them. Should be enough for 10 or more trips down there if needed. Driving would be fine too, it is only 4 hours.
Recommendation letters are lined up and I should have them by that time.
That is it for excitement today!
Hugs,
Sarah
Quote from: LizK on September 27, 2018, 06:47:21 AM
Hi Sarah
I hope the Gala night went well and you enjoyed yourself. I love you dress but the shoes caught my eye
Oh dear and evening gown could have been a heap of fun but somewhat awkward LOL Good move on making the call
Would love to hear how your evening went
Take care
Liz