Monday, May 19, 2008

Prom Night

Lauren is just a freshman but got asked to the Junior Prom. The big night was this past Saturday. A big group of kids met at her date's home before they left which is where I took these photos. I took a lot of photos and didn't have one that turned out very well! His mom was taking pictures and you can see that Lauren was looking at her and he was looking at me! I like the candid one below...
Lauren is almost 5'9" and she was wearing 4" heels! This is the first time she's really ever worn high heels and I was so worried she was going to fall, but luckily she didn't! She called me at 9:30 to tell me she was having so much fun...she'll never know how much that phone call meant to me!

54 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 9:27 AM

    Oh I love pictures like this. Thanks for sharing! (I have a big grin on my face.)

    ps Lauren is a beautiful girl, but you already know that!

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  2. Sometimes It's GoodMay 19, 2008 10:20 AM

    I like the candid shot, too. They look so happy! How much fun for Lauren and for you!

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  3. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 10:21 AM

    She is so beautiful.

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  4. Sharon~heartsongsMay 19, 2008 10:27 AM

    She is beautiful. You must have such a great relationship for her to think to call you in the middle of her evening just to tell you that she was having such a good time.

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  5. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 10:31 AM

    I LOVE the candid one...its perfect!!! How cool that she stopped to call you in the middle of her date...WOW, that speaks volumes about her and You!!!

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  6. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 10:44 AM

    What a beautiful young lady she is becoming. All the memories you will look back on and cherish. I hope she had a wonderful time.

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  7. LisaMay 19, 2008 10:59 AM

    Lauren looks divine! So glad to hear they had a wonderful time, oh to be young again. Well, maybe not. You should be very proud of her!

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  8. Ginger~~Enchanting CottageMay 19, 2008 11:03 AM

    It is moments like that, that we charish!Beautiful pictures's

    ginger

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  9. Part-time GardenerMay 19, 2008 11:08 AM

    What a cute couple...so glad everyone had a great time!

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  10. AngelaMay 19, 2008 11:37 AM

    you seem like such a great mom. it's those little moments like the phone call that i know you will always remember.

    you are so blessed to have such great relationships with your kids and your parents--lucky you!

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  11. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 11:53 AM

    Oh gosh, your last comment about her calling you brought a lump to my throat. Congratulations on raising a lovely daughter (inside and out)....
    Alice

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  12. LivingTheLifeMay 19, 2008 11:57 AM

    Lauren looks lovely...so at 5'9"with 4" heels...that would make her 6'1" (love it!!) or...for the mathmatically challenged such as me...5'13"....her date must have been 6'forever"....what a darlin couple!! My daughter in law is 5'9 or 5'9 1/2" AND so is my son...when she wears heels she is a bit taller than he is...and he LOVES it..doesn't bother him at all...I think being tall is a blessing!! I love the candid photo...it shows they are having a blast!

    What a doll of a girl for her to call you in the middle of having so much fun...she really LOVES her mom to think to call and share that special moment with you...I'm sure I would have just melted...how cool is she!

    Blessings...
    Teresa

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  13. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 12:14 PM

    She's beautiful!!! I know just what you mean about the phone call. There's been so many times that even a few short seconds makes you feel so good.

    Thanks for sharing your special night with us.

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  14. HeatherMay 19, 2008 12:19 PM

    Oh she is beautiful! Look at that dress! What a fun evening. My heart melted when you said she called you just to tell you she was having fun. She must be a very good kid!

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  15. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 12:19 PM

    I don't leave many comments but this post touched my heart. I have that same relationship with my daughter and I remember when...She is now 33yrs old with a daughter of her own. It just keeps getting better when you have such a firm foundation to build on. Many blessings to you and Lauren. Patty Ann

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  16. The Liberty BelleMay 19, 2008 12:37 PM

    Thanks for sharing. Lauren looks lovely.

    Oh...and I wish I could walk in 4" heels!

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  17. UnknownMay 19, 2008 12:50 PM

    She's so pretty Cindy! And she looks so happy going to the prom. I remember my kids going to proms and worrying also. Glad she had a good time.

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  18. The Feathered NestMay 19, 2008 12:54 PM

    Cindy, she's just beautiful!!! They both look so wonderful all dressed up and ready to go! How sweet of her to think of you and call to share her happiness ~ what a sweetie!! xxoo, Dawn

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  19. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 1:08 PM

    What a pretty daughter you have Cindy. And she looks like YOU...:) I love the pictures and how sweet of her to call you. I know how proud that made you.
    Thanks for sharing,
    Hugs to you,
    Dianne

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  20. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 1:13 PM

    Cindy,

    Oh, how beautiful Lauren looks! So sweet that she called you. She is beautiful like you! My daughter had her junior prom last Friday night. Oh, they grow so fast. *sigh*

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  21. Donna KayMay 19, 2008 1:18 PM

    She is precious!! The girl is growing up!! WoW!! 5'9" - lucky girl!!!
    Those are sweet memories!!!!

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  22. AdrienneMay 19, 2008 1:23 PM

    What a beautiful young lady! I'm so glad she had a good time at her first prom. You have to be very proud of her. Your pictures and memories will last for years to come. I often think back to my kids' prom nights with fond memories. ~Adrienne~

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  23. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 1:44 PM

    You must be so proud.... she looks amazing and her lovely smile lights her up... what a smart fellow he must be to ask her to go the the BIG night....she is beautiful. I know you must be so close.... she is a doll to call her mommy....
    HUgs
    Linda

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  24. Simply Me ArtMay 19, 2008 1:45 PM

    What a Fantastic Memory! Love it...

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  25. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 2:05 PM

    Hi Cindy,
    Such a big night for Lauren. She looks like you. Hey, I thought of you last night, I picked up the newest copy of Victoria and it's a piece about blue and white.

    Hugs,
    LeAnn:)

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  26. MicheleMay 19, 2008 2:06 PM

    You're daughter looks so pretty and so happy....especially in the candid photo!! I almost always like the candid photos better, too, and I agree with you that the candid of your daughter and her date is an awesome photo!! You can just see the joy in both of their faces.

    I think it's so sweet that your daughter called you to tell you that she was having fun at the prom!! You said she would never know how much that phone call meant to you, but I think you should tell her.....this coming from a daughter myself...I know I'd love to hear that from my mom. Anyway, your daughter is a pretty young lady, and I'm glad to hear she had such a great time at the prom!! Thanks for sharing with us!!

    Michele
    luvkittysmeowmail@gmail.com

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  27. Alison GibbsMay 19, 2008 2:37 PM

    How exciting for Lauren to be going to the Prom.
    Alison

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  28. Edie Marie's AtticMay 19, 2008 3:04 PM

    Hi Cindy!
    That is so sweet that she called you! She is a beautiful girl just like her mom!! Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful event with us!
    Hugs, Sherry

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  29. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 3:10 PM

    How adorable they are! Lauren is just beautiful. xoxo

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  30. JojoMay 19, 2008 4:04 PM

    She looks so happy and what a memory for the both of you! She is a beautiful girl.

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  31. UnknownMay 19, 2008 4:07 PM

    These photos are so darn cute!!! It looks like they had great fun!

    KJ

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  32. Joanne KennedyMay 19, 2008 5:34 PM

    Hi Cindy,

    You sure did a great job in raising her right. How sweet of her to call you to let you know she is having fun. I have no doubt you were thinking of her the whole night.

    You must be so proud of her.

    Joanne

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  33. Southern Lady's VintageMay 19, 2008 6:34 PM

    A phone call on prom nite is a nice blessing! She looks just beautiful!
    Barbara

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  34. joyh82May 19, 2008 6:39 PM

    That was so sweet of her to call.
    She looks beautiful!

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  35. RosemaryMay 19, 2008 7:30 PM

    How great for her!! She looks beautiful. I hope she had a wonderful time.
    Rosemary

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  36. AnonymousMay 19, 2008 8:11 PM

    They look like they are having a good time. Love to hear she called you during all their festivities. Glenda/MidSouth

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  37. Joy JonesMay 19, 2008 8:17 PM

    What sweet photos Cindy! Your baby is growing up...and so beautiful too! Enjoy this special time :) ~ xoxo Joy

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  38. Tracie~MyPetiteMaisonMay 19, 2008 8:57 PM

    Oh Cindy,
    The pictures are lovely.

    How sweet Lauren took the time to call and let you know how much fun she was having. What a moment to touch your heart ;)
    xo~Tracie

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  39. GaylaMay 19, 2008 9:17 PM

    Beautiful!!! I am so happy they had fun. She's a sweetheart to call you like that... Big hugs.

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  40. Essential Oil Premier UniversityMay 19, 2008 9:30 PM

    Lauren is a very beautiful girl. . . what a lucky guy to have her for his date :)

    Blessings,

    Sher

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  41. MimMay 20, 2008 4:51 AM

    Those were the days, sure do miss those high school days with my kids. Your daughter is beautiful.
    Mim

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  42. MaryMay 20, 2008 5:25 AM

    Awww, so cute! She looks just beautiful, Cindy!
    xoxo,
    Mary

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  43. ThirkellgirlMay 20, 2008 5:29 AM

    Aw, I'm glad she called you, too. Nature Girl called me spontaneously this past weekend, too, and it really made me day that she thought of me when she was having a great time. Lauren looked beautiful!

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  44. Melissa LesterMay 20, 2008 6:04 AM

    Wow, prom! We just had our first dance recital Saturday; I guess if I blink my eyes we'll be taking prom pictures too. Thanks for sharing.

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  45. bjMay 20, 2008 6:19 AM

    I've had a few of those calls myself and they won't know how we appreciated them until they become parents, themselves!
    Both Lauren and her friend looked great.

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  46. SweetieMay 20, 2008 6:24 AM

    Beautiful picture - a prom that is something that is remembered for a lifetime. Lauren and her date are the epitome of youth and happiness.

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  47. thepetiterosehouseMay 20, 2008 12:00 PM

    this is one of a kind pic that we never forget...i have my litle one gaby she is 14 years old...and im waiting for the first day in a party..she is my best friend and im glad that you have a great friendship with her..

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  48. SueMay 20, 2008 2:14 PM

    Oh Cindy, what a beautiful time you are entering with your lovely daughter. I loved the teen years with my kido's.

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  49. Chari at Happy To DesignMay 20, 2008 6:07 PM

    Good Evening Cindy!
    Your daughter is just lovely...I think she looks just like her mama! I sure can identify with your comment about your daughter calling home just to tell you she was having a great time...isn't that just the sweetest!!! It reminds me of when my daughter got married...she and her newly wed husband left on their honeymoon and about 10pm that evening she called home to ask if it was allright if she stayed out a little later that night!!! After rolling on the floor laughing, I thought, isn't that just the sweetest...she was still thinking about me even on her honeymoon!!! Helps to make "cutting those apron strings" just a bit easier!!! Thank God for our daughters!!! Warmest wishes...Chari

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  50. AmyMay 20, 2008 6:57 PM

    They look like they are having such a good time! Amy

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  51. AnonymousMay 20, 2008 9:33 PM

    Oh, those are great photos, Cindy! They grow up so fast, don't they? I'm so glad she had a great time and I think it's wonderful that she called to let you know!...Donna

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  52. Donna LynnMay 20, 2008 11:28 PM

    Cindy your baby girl is just gorgeous! Can you believe she is growing up so fast? It just all of the sudden happens and there they are looking so mature...
    I had a moment like that today when we got Joshua's learners permit! Where did the time go?

    Hope your having a great week!
    Hugs,
    Donna Lynn

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  53. AnonymousMay 21, 2008 7:37 PM

    Lauren is a beautiful girl. It's so much fun to see you enjoying her prom night, too.

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  54. RueMay 23, 2008 5:06 PM

    She looked gorgeous! :)

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a comment! ~Cindy