Cheers to Ballroom Dancing & Chiffon Dresses

When I was a child, I remember my mom, Rose, getting ready to go out and celebrate the coming of the New Year. She loved to ballroom dance and I remember her beautiful chiffon dresses that would flow so freely when she twirled. I was always in awe of her beauty and her happiness when she danced.

The anticipation of her getting ready on New Year’s Eve always filled our apartment with excitement. When she finally left for the evening and the door was locked, I imagined my beautiful mom on the dance floor in all her glory. As hard as I tried to stay up to midnight and wait for her return, my eyes always failed me. I don’t imagine my keeper for the evening, one of my three sisters, would have allowed it anyway.

When the morning finally came, I couldn’t wait to hear about my mom’s evening. I always looked forward to the plastic lei and noise maker that when you twirled it by the handle would make this crazy sound. I still have one packed away somewhere.

I will always cherish these memories and so thankful for the impact it had on me all these years later. My mom taught me how joyous and beautiful it was to do something you loved.

Cheers to ballroom dancing and chiffon dresses! May the year 2026 bring you joy and beauty in abundance. Happy New Year and God Bless!