This was a pretty cool article about an observant principal and his solution to a Prom for everybody to enjoy..

We have no date. We have no money. We cannot dance. We’ve never worn a tux or a ball gown. We are too fat. We are too skinny. We are too ugly. The list goes on and on encyclopedically. And each day brings it 24 hours nearer, as all around us the excitement rises like an ocean tide in which we will undoubtedly drown, socially obliterated and globally warmed.

Skinny, klutzy kids always have dreaded the senior prom
Carl Larsen Petty Larseny

It looms on the high school horizon, ominous as an algebra final and as huge as a nose pimple. It seems as distant as the front of the cafeteria food line, yet creeps steadily ever nearer.

It is the dreaded senior prom. At many local high schools, plans for the prom are already well under way, and for some young socialites (the “With-It Crowd,” of course) the event will doubtlessly be the crowning cherry atop a four-year cruise through education.

Rented tuxes, corsages and stretch limos float through the fantasies of the Socially Accepted, and all I can say is: One person’s vision of rapture is another guy’s nightmare.

For to those of us (the majority, I fear) who have inhabited the great lumbering herd of clueless, classless, klutzy everyday students, the senior prom is just another opportunity to publicly display our embarrassing ineptness at attempting anything remotely resembling civilized.

We have no date. We have no money. We cannot dance. We’ve never worn a tux or a ball gown. We are too fat. We are too skinny. We are too ugly. The list goes on and on encyclopedically. And each day brings it 24 hours nearer, as all around us the excitement rises like an ocean tide in which we will undoubtedly drown, socially obliterated and globally warmed.

Ah, how one’s heart goes out to all those young people who must traverse this strange rite of passage. Do your best, my children! Buck up, stumble through it and be assured that the next day it will be just a horrible dream.

Back in my day, things were, of course, better. And even though I was as void of social graces as an average wart hog, the senior prom at Torrance High School was as much fun for me and the rest of the debate team as it was for any of the really cool kids.

Our beloved school principal, realizing that 90 percent of the students were mere clods such as I, simply rented the massive Student Union building at nearby El Camino College, announced that the senior prom was going to be an all-night, come-as-you-are, no-formal-date class party, and threw open the doors to everyone. Why, even the teachers were invited.

And although a few fuddy-duddies complained, most of us deemed it total redemption. Slowly, painfully, we learned a little dance floor courtesy whilst Patti Page, Hank Williams and Frank Sinatra crooned into our freshly washed ears.

Best of all, for that one endless magical night, everyone in the senior class — from the football heroes and fashionistas down to us geeks and grubs — was completely equal in every way.

I still cherish it.

Write News Leader columnist Carl Larsen at carllarsen@alltell.net

Parent outraged over glassware passed out as Prom momentos

Some parents are outraged over junior prom souvenirs. Copper Hills High School students are getting glassware that look like beer mugs and champagne glasses. That’s what Gary Davis’ son brought home from school after he bought his prom tickets. Davis says, “I was shocked, appalled that this type of material was given out by the school to underage kids.” Concerned parents say these glasses send a mixed – and dangerous – message to high school students.

Dresses recall eras of boogie, twist, big apple

Glitzy or glamorous, smart or sassy, the dresses featured in the second annual Dare to Be Vintage Prom Fashion Show, were just as individual as the high school models wearing them. Those who shop at Eclectic Twyst in downtown Howell have come to expect standout items.

Millburn students give Shoa survivors a reason to celebrate

The evening, like the “Prom of Your Dreams” for Shoa survivors held two years ago, was conceived in the eighth-grade Holocaust studies classroom of Mary Vazquez. As they did for the prom, vendors donated their services, from the fresh flowers to the live music to the catering hall, which was provided by owner Allan Janoff, whose son is in the Holocaust studies class. (He also had a child in the class that created the prom.)

Copycat gowns not on at girls’ night of nights

  
According to Perth designer Dana Mathers, a girl’s dream night will quickly spiral into a nightmare if her double is seen dazzling the crowd on the same dance floor.
The exclusive frock, costing anywhere between $259 and $849, is recorded on a custom-designed prom registry, promising that particular gown will not be sold in any other colour to anyone else attending the same event.

Valley View Students Learn Danger of Drinking & Driving

With prom season just around the corner, school officials teamed up with Jonesboro Emergency personnel to show students the dangers of drinking and driving.

“At any moment you could be dead and lose everything that you ever loved or ever wanted,” said Jordan Huggins who participated in the mock accident.

Speaking of Sweet Charity check out this cool story (and others!).

Sweet charity

Watching the excesses described on the MTV reality show “My Super Sweet 16″ last summer led St. Joseph Central High School sophomore Taylor DiSantis to turn his 16th birthday party on March 3 into a fundraiser for teen activities.

DiSantis, with help from fellow St. Joseph’s students Ryan Storie, Eric Kulpa, Jessica Healy and Courtney Failla, raised $2,200 that they plan to use to provide financial and other mentoring assistance for Berkshire County youngsters between the ages of 5 and 18. More than 100 teens from four high schools attended DiSantis’ party, which took place at the Sons of Italy’s Itam Lodge.

“I was expecting $1,000 at best,” DiSantis said.

A proper prom

Bradley, whose daughter is going to the prom, said that when she asked a sales clerk at one dress shop, she discovered only one of hundreds of gowns at the store had something resembling sleeves.

Erika got so frustrated with the low-cut, sleeveless styles she kept encountering that she took up an offer from Ellen Timmreck, one of her mother’s friends, to sew her a dress.

Thursday night, Timmreck, armed with pins and a ruler, inspected the hemline on Erika’s gown, preparing for final adjustments.

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Remember the list is always being updated (click here!) as I find mentions of these services. Plus if you know of one not listed here let me know! I hope this can help people have a great night and not miss out because of costs!

Spoto juniors step in to help Chamberlain seniors

A Chamberlain High School teacher was accused of embezzling almost $10,000 from the north Tampa school’s senior class prom fund.

The Spoto junior class realizes the importance of the senior prom. They have decided to forego their junior prom to save money for next year’s senior prom. Spoto opened in August and has no graduating class this year.

Lindsay Landram, a Spoto teacher and the junior-class adviser, called Chamberlain with one question: What can we do to help?

Students Bag Prom, Raise Money For Darfur Instead

Students at the Cape Cod school have launched “No Prom for Darfur” – a campaign that donates the hundreds of dollars students would spend on prom dresses, suits, hair and limos to those fighting for their lives in Darfur.

Boston Market and SADD Team Up for Safe Celebrations

Through their partnership, SADD and Boston Market will encourage high school students, administrators, and parents to host substance-free parties following proms and graduations. These “after-parties,” which often feature games, music, prizes, and food, offer students a safe venue to continue their celebrations. SADD provides tips for planning the parties, and Boston Market’s “Time for Your School” fundraising program helps schools raise the cash for their bash.

Proms fashion on the catwalk

JOHN Hanson Community School hosted a glittering Prom Fashion Show last week.
It was staged as an enjoyable way for this year’s school leavers in Andover and the area to see the beautiful prom clothes, hairstyles, make-up, handbags that are available.

Scissor Sisters cut loose

The audience, in turn, rose to the occasion — featuring everything from young girls decked out in prom dresses, to couples in matching flight-attendant uniforms. It seemed everyone wore a big smile … when they weren’t making out with each other, that is.

Curling in Prom Gowns? Sound fun!

3 Grande Prairie Ladies Bonspiel at the GP Curling Club. Entry fee is $160 per team. Theme is the worst bridesmaid/prom dress you have ever worn. Call the club to enter, 532-7221 (leave a message) or fax 532-7029. Entertainment by Brett Kissel.

Sounds like a fun unique theme

Post Prom Committee is taking donations of small stuffed animals to use for the night of the event, April 28. The theme for this year’s event is “Eastside Night at the Fair.” If anybody has any items or cash to donate, they can contact EHS (242-7788) for directions on who to call or where to drop things off.

Founder’s vision lives on with museum

Marilyn Smith saw that Groveland was rapidly changing from a quiet, rural place to one of Orlando’s growing bedroom communities. She thought it was important to preserve Groveland’s history, her husband said.

Word of the Web site spread quickly. Soon, boxes of historical items piled up. Vintage trophies, dated films from Friday night football games and an old school window are among the items GHS graduates have donated. Marilyn Smith gave up the red dress she wore to her junior-senior prom with her then-boyfriend.

Senior citizens never saying never, again

KALAMAZOO–Area senior citizens will be able to relive prom night during Western Michigan University’s 19th annual Senior Prom from 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, March 15, in the East Ballroom of the Bernhard Center on the WMU main campus in Kalamazoo.

The semi-formal event is a fun-filled nostalgic evening that brings hundreds of senior citizens together with WMU students, faculty and staff for a night of Big Band music and swing dancing.
This year’s theme, “Western Royale: 007,

Heading to the Women’s Expo in Grand Rapids MI? Here are a few cool things you can do there:

Browse through the racks at on-site “boutiques” offered by local stores Clothing Matters, An’ginas Boutique, Elle Boutique, Kimberly’s Boutique and Boutique Emmanuel. Young ladies also can check out the prom dress sale, and Shoe Fetish will offer plenty of fancy footwear.

21 Proms Book Reading at the Tompkins Square Park Branch of the Public Library.

“Teen Authors Read @ The Tompkins Square Branch Library.”
Date: Wednesday, March 7 Time: 6:00 PM

Audience: young adults

Description:
Please join us as we welcome a very special panel of teen authors hosted by David Levithan, including Erin Downing, author of Prom Crashers, Maryrose Wood, author of Why I Let My Hair Grow Out, Justine Larbalestier, author of Magic’s Child, Leslie Margolis, author of Price of Admission, Eireann Corrigan, author of Ordinary Ghosts and authors from the forthcoming anthology, 21 Proms! For ages 12-18.
Get the book 21 Proms here.
Location:
Tompkins Square Branch
331 East 10th Street
(212) 228-4747

Review from Amazon:
“21 PROMS tells the stories of, well, twenty-one proms. Twenty-one fantastic authors contributed to this collection, and each and every one of the stories is fabulous and enjoyable. A few, however, really stick out in my mind after finishing this book.

Holly Black’s IN VODKA VERITAS is a creepy story about an evil Latin club. “MOM CALLED, SHE SAID YOU HAVE TO GO TO PROM” is Adrienne Maria Vrettos’ contribution to the book. It’s a great story that manages, in just a few pages, to create wonderfully three-dimensional characters that I’d love to read more about. BETTER BE GOOD TO ME by Daniel Ehrenhaft is a brilliantly written and romantic story. Aimee Friedman’s THREE FATES is a hilarious story about what happens when Abby ends up with three dates instead of going dateless the way she thought she would. THE QUESTION is Brent Hartinger’s one-act play that would be wonderful to see performed. PRIMATE THE PROM is Libba Bray’s very interesting, original, and unusual story of a boy going to prom with his boyfriend — who just happens to be a gorilla. THE BACKUP DATE, by Leslie Margolis, is a fabulously well-written story about Jasmine, a whiny but completely believable character, going to prom with her boyfriend and brother’s best friend.

As you can see, there are quite a few fabulous stories in this collection. The two that I loved the most, however, were these: Melissa de la Cruz told the absolutely true and absolutely hilarious story of her prom in A SIX-PACK OF BUD, A FIFTH OF WHISKEY, AND ME. THE GREAT AMERICAN MORP is John Green’s absolutely brilliant story and one of my two favorites about a couple of girls having a “morp,” a party that is a backwards prom. In this funny and fantastic story, he introduces characters that I’d absolutely love to see again.

I did notice one thing that is interesting, and I want to know why this is: people seem much more likely to write about two gay guys than two lesbians. Quite a few of the stories had gay guys in them, but I can’t think of any about two girls who wanted to go to prom together; I don’t know why. In fact, I can only think of one book that I’ve read where the main character is a lesbian: KEEPING YOU A SECRET, by Julie Anne Peters.

A good short story, one that has good characters or a hold-your-breath-suspenseful plot or something, has to do it in just a few pages. These were some of the best short stories I can ever remember reading!”

Reviewed by: Jocelyn Pearce
Get the book 21 Proms here.

You’ll never know what you can find at a thrift or vintage store if you don’t look! Check out this amazing article to see the kind of wonderful fashions you can find, yes even for formal events and Prom! Imagine too the things you can get for everyday at amazing prices. You are also helping charities in many cases too. So if you can’t afford a gown or tuxedo don’t despair just get looking. Department stores are not the only places you can find fashions like these. Why miss a wonderful night because the mall shops are too expensive there are alternatives and as you can see by this article you can find wonderful things. You friends may even be envious you found so much for so little!

Armed with fashion, Spring looks at bargain prices at Salvation Army fashion show
By Patrice Stewart pstewart@decaturdaily.com

Maythion Casteel of Falkville got his first chance as a fashion model Saturday and bought the Brooks Brothers suit he wore for just $6.

To brighten the black suit, he spent another $3 for a purple dress shirt by D’Amante.

This bargain buy and others could have been yours if you moved quickly after the fashion show presented by the Salvation Army’s thrift store in Decatur.

This event drew models of all ages and genders who put together nearly 70 outfits to showcase spring looks available at next-to-nothing prices. It was held in the Salvation Army gym next to the thrift store on 14th Street Southwest.

“This is the first fashion show we’ve ever had,” said coordinator Tina Henderson, thrift store manager, who wanted to show off the many types of second-hand items available in the store. She enlisted Carolyn Patterson, caseworker and thrift store manager in Athens, to announce the models and describe the outfits.

Henderson said she began recruiting family members and friends, such as Casteel, her brother, to be sure she would have enough models, and then others began arriving at the store to volunteer as word got around. Models got $5 gift certificates to purchase clothing afterward.

Some didn’t get to use their certificates on what they modeled, however.

“A lady was wanting my blue denim dress with jacket as soon as I got off the runway,” said Edna Garrett of Athens, so she let her have the $3.75 set by Denim and Co.

Garrett said she shops and volunteers at Salvation Army thrift stores in both Decatur and Athens.

“A lady came up to me in Wal-Mart the other day and said my blouse was pretty, and I told her I got it at the Salvation Army store,” she said.

Casteel figures he’s ready for spring, church and other dressy occasions with his new ensemble. “I thought it looked good when I picked it out,” he said, and he modeled in black dress shoes he got at the thrift store several years ago.

While 9-year-old Tonya Ervin of Decatur modeled an Easter dress, she kept her eye out for casual attire others were showing and afterward scoured the racks for several pieces she liked. She came up with khaki Union Bay Capri pants and a String Bean print shirt, just $2 each, and then added a beige string sweater for $2.50 to complete the look.

Kayla Elkins, 9, modeled a white satin dress decorated with lace, pearls and embroidery and a tulle overlay over a long skirt.

“She’s going to be in a wedding, so I’m buying it for her for $10,” said her mom, Glenda Elkins of Hartselle, who was pleased with that bargain. It probably cost $100 to $150 new.

“We love to shop here; we’re always in here looking,” Elkins said. “This is the first time Kayla has been in a fashion show, and she really enjoyed it.”

Several of the teen models eyed gowns they could wear to their proms.

Kim Little of Decatur modeled a blue and black formal backless gown, and she also chose a silver-embroidered shirt by Joseph A. for a mere $2 and was looking for pants to match.

“I shop here all the time; this is where most of my clothes come from,” she said.

Tyeshia Jones of Decatur does, too, and often, because her mom works in the store. On the runway, the 15-year-old showed off a rose-colored evening gown with silver beading; the Adrianna Papell design was priced at $3.75.

Prom preview

“I’m going to buy it to wear to the Decatur High prom,” she said, as she also checked out a purple evening gown.

Whitney Bukszar, 15, of Somerville modeled a pink prom-style gown and then went casual in jeans and a turquoise sequin-trimmed top over a tan insert that showed at top and bottom.

“My grandmother goes to church here, and I’ve come here my whole life,” she said, both for church and, on other days, to shop.

Bukszar said she thinks it’s a good place for teens to find mix-and-match pieces and dresses they can afford, and on Saturday she headed into the thrift shop afterward because many items were on sale for $1.

For some, the event became a family outing. Sonia and Sergio Bibiano of Decatur had family and extended family members in the show, including Kimberly, 1, Eddy Roberto and Estafani, 3, Jennifer, 6, and Lucero, 12.

Shane Casteel of Decatur, the show director’s nephew, chose green dress pants by Hanover Square and matched a green striped shirt by Botany 500. Wife Tonya was too busy backstage dressing their children to model, but she got 18-month-old Isaac into a $5 ivory-colored tuxedo, dress shirt and bow tie and 5-month-old Trey into a $2 blue checked john-john, decorated with teddy bear appliqué, and a white shirt by Guess.

Loveanna Hernandez of Athens showed off everything a 15-month-old might need to dress up for spring: a yellow and blue dress with butterflies, a lavender ensemble, and a black-and-white lace dress.

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Here are some wonderful ideas for a food for a party, could be pre or after-prom! These will make you hungry just reading them so maybe grab a few carrot sticks! These are recipes that will keep all your guests happy and will even be fun to make. My suggestion is to combine themes for your after-party.. or maybe I’m just hungry! For more treats check this page too!

Cooking up some pre-prom food ideas
By MIKE O’BRIEN
WHATEVER STAFF WRITER, Star-Telegram

Most everyone loves the good food they serve at prom — especially if dinner is included. But whether you want to throw a pre-party, an after-party or even a midnight breakfast after the dance, here are some ways to coordinate your food with your school’s theme:

Theme: Hollywood style

Here’s a way to, um, celebrate celebrity “tarts” you might see if you were on the real red carpet in L.A.

PUDDING AND BERRY TART WITH GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

For the crust:

12 whole graham crackers

3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) butter 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar

For the pudding:

2 (3.4-ounce) packages “cook and serve” vanilla pudding

Milk (amount according to pudding package instructions)

For the topping:

1 pint fresh strawberries

1/2 pint fresh blueberries

1/2 pint fresh blackberries or raspberries

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

To make the crust: Crumble the graham crackers by hand or with a potato masher to get fine crumbs. Heat the butter in a saucepan or microwave until half-melted. Work the butter into the crumbs with your fingertips until the crumbs look like wet sand. Using your fingertips, press the crust into a 9-inch pie plate or disposable aluminum pie pan to make an even layer over the bottom and sides of the pan. Bake until the crust is a shade darker, about 12 minutes, and let cool completely.

To make the filling: Make the pudding according to the package directions. Let stand about 5 to 10 minutes stirring occasionally to keep a skin from forming on the top of the pudding. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to scrape the pudding into the graham cracker shell and smooth it into an even layer. Put the tart in the refrigerator until the pudding is chilled and set, at least 1 hour.

To make the topping: Cut the stems off the strawberries and wash with the other berries in a colander under cold water. Drain then spread out on paper towel to dry. You can either arrange the berries nicely over the pudding or just sort of gently tumble them onto it. Cover the tart lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

You can make the tart up to 4 hours in advance. Serve cold. (Great for breakfast, too!)

Source: www.foodnetwork.com

RED CARPET

Ice cubes

3 ounces sour cherry syrup or 2 1/2 ounces grenadine and 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice

One 2-liter bottle orange-flavored club soda

Orange slices and maraschino cherries for garnish

Theme: Island/Luau Theme

You don’t have to go all the way to Hawaii to transport your guests there. Just serve ‘em this light and fruity cake, and be sure to give ‘em a lei to wear around their neck at the party.

TROPICAL ISLAND BANANA CAKE

2 purchased angel food cakes (10 to 12 ounces each)

2 containers (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting

1 teaspoon imitation banana extract

Yellow food coloring

1 ripe banana, mashed

2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1 cup chocolate morsels or chopped chocolate, melted

1 tube store-bought green icing

1 cup fruit-shaped candies

Special Equipment: 1 palm tree decoration, aluminum foil

Place one cake, wide side down, on a serving platter. Stir frosting and banana extract in a large bowl to blend. Stir in yellow food coloring, 1 drop at a time, until desired color is achieved. Transfer 1/2 cup of banana frosting to a medium bowl; stir in mashed banana. Spread mashed banana mixture over top of cake. Cut one (2-inch wide) wedge from second cake. Spread 1/4 cup of yellow frosting over cut ends of second cake. Bring cut ends of second cake together, pressing to adhere. Place second cake, wide side down, atop cake on platter. Tear cut cake wedge into cubes. Fill hole in center of cakes with cake cubes. Spread remaining yellow frosting evenly over top and sides of cake to coat completely. Sprinkle cake with coconut, pressing lightly to adhere.

Create an island “volcano” mold by shaping aluminum foil into a volcano shape, measuring 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Dip in melted chocolate and let cool and harden. Place the mold on top of the cake. Fill the center of the mold with green icing and smooth out. Place palm tree decoration inside the mold. Arrange fruit-shaped candy decoratively around the palm tree and base of cake.

Source: www.foodnetwork.com

Theme: Arabian Knights

You won’t need to be like Aladdin and have a magic genie-lamp to pull off this recipe.

INDIAN PUDDING

1 (3.4-ounce) box instant butterscotch pudding

1 (8.5-ounce) box instant corn muffin mix

6 cups milk, divided

3 eggs, lightly beaten

1/2 cup dark or robust molasses

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Spray a 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pudding mix, corn muffin mix, and 3 cups of milk until thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes; set aside.

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients. Stir into pudding mixture until well combined. Transfer to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Turn slow cooker to low and stir. Cover and continue cooking for 1 more hour. Stir, cover and cook for 1 hour more.

Source: www.foodnetwork.com

Theme: Viva Italiano!

You’ll fool your friends into thinking you ordered in from their favorite Italian restaurant with this delicious appetizer!

BRUSCHETTA WITH CAPONATA

For the caponata:

1/4 cup olive oil

3 1/2 cups 1/4-inch dice unpeeled eggplant (about 1 1/4 pounds)

3/4 cup finely chopped onion

1/3 cup finely chopped celery

1/3 cup chopped pitted green olives

3 tablespoons chopped drained bottled capers

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste

3 tablespoons golden raisins 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted lightly

3 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 1 cup)

1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leafed parsley leaves

For the bruschetta:

8 to 12 (1/2-inch thick) diagonal slices of country-style Italian bread

Flat-leaf parsley sprigs, for garnish

To make the caponata: In a heavy skillet heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over moderatelyhigh heat until hot but not smoking. Cook the eggplant, stirring, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until it is tender, and transfer it to a bowl. To the skillet add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and cook the onion and the celery over moderate heat, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add the olives, the capers, the vinegar, the sugar, the raisins, the pine nuts, and the tomatoes and cook the mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is cooked through and the celery is tender. Transfer to the bowl, cool, and chill, covered, overnight. Stir in the parsley and season the caponata with salt and pepper.

To make the bruschetta: Grill the bread on an oiled rack set about 4 inches over glowing coals for 1 minute on each side, brush the toasts on 1 side with the oil, and sprinkle them with salt, to taste.

Top each toast generously with some of the caponata, arrange 2 or 3 toasts on each of 4 plates, and garnish each serving with the parsley sprigs.

Source: www.foodnetwork.com

Theme: Havana Nights

Ay, caramba! These are easy! Just put the ingredients out, heat the griddle, and let everyone make their own!

CUBAN SANDWICHES

4 individual Cuban bread loaves

4 tablespoons butter

1 pound shaved roasted pork

1 pound shaved smoked ham

1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese

1 cup sliced dill pickles

Preheat the griddle. Slice the bread loaves in half. Smear the butter on both sides of each loaf of bread. Build each sandwich with the roasted pork, ham, cheese and pickles. Place the sandwiches on the hot griddle and place a waffle iron on top of the sandwiches to flatten the sandwich. Griddle the sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Slice the sandwich in half and serve.

Source: www.foodnetwork.com

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When I see a great tip I love to share it. This one makes such perfect sense! The article itself, from Huntington News, is not all fashion related, but has great tips for putting your camera to use.
The shopping tip was wonderful and one you should consider. Check out the article for more cool tips in all kinds of situations. So if you were thinking about buying a camera maybe just the thought of heading out for the hectic adventure that prom shopping is then this might make you go get one.
Then think of all the fun pix you can take on Prom night too!

Buying a prom dress is a huge production that can leave a girl with a pile of discarded dresses on the floor and a mind swirling with choices. Does dress No. 14 look better than dress No. 3? Can you remember? To make sure, have someone photograph you in each dress so that you can compare.