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Saturday was a fantastic day. It was busy at work, but I had a benefit gala that night, which is something that I've been looking forward to for a few months. I like getting dressed up, having a fancy dinner, dancing and auctions. The best part was that it goes to a good cause. Benefit galas don't happen often, but they are definitely fun when they happen.There was some definite drama before hand because when I was getting ready, the dress that I was going to wear broke. The strap broke and since it was a rhinestone strap, I couldn't just sew it together. So sad about my miracle black dress. Luckily there was a dress in my closet that my mother bought in the 70's, which she never wore. It was a little tight and I'm overweight, but it was a quick fix. I slightly overdid my make-up, but I liked my dress, which is white with a hand painted iris. It is a Greek Goddess design. The problem with my weight was that it snuck up on me. I didn't notice until I went to the doctor. Working on getting down, so I don't need to buy a new wardrobe.
I had fun when I got there. Mostly because my mom gave me Bailey's to calm my nerves. I wore a pair of silver stilettos, which were killing me by the end of cocktail hour. The silent auction was open during the hour and I bid on a few things, but had a limit of $60.00. I ended up getting a reed diffuser, which was gorgeous and will be going into my new apartment.
Dinner was provided by Two Steps, which was delicious. I loved the salmon and the salad. The cut of beef was superb. I also had a few glasses of wine. Totally went off my diet, but that's ok. For a gala it's ok because they do not happen often.
I danced a bit, which was fun and exercise. I am self conscious about my body since the gain. I don't have a flat stomach and I have huge thighs. I like my boobs because of my lingerie obsession. I am going slowly with exercise because everytime I speed it up, my thyroid has issues. The thing that made me a little sad was dancing with my dad. It will be a long time before I dance with my dad again. I must admit that I will miss him.
I had a great time over the weekend with the gala. It's the best I've felt in a very long time. I know that I can get better, but not sure if I will be able to get off the anti-depressant anytime soon. We'll see how things will go.
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