Remember Prom ???
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Went to my sr prom. I don't remember much, and I was sober. Lol
Frankly I think they are stupid. Too much $$ involved just to be seen and look good.
Frankly I think they are stupid. Too much $$ involved just to be seen and look good.
Yaworski
Hawkeye
I didn't go to prom but I know the difference between "two," "to," and "too" as well as the difference between "loser" and "looser."
As I've said before, you spend an amazing amount of time trying to convince us about how cool you were. Maybe you're trying to convince yourself that you were cool. You should be proud of your time as a yeoman on a minesweeper.
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Yaworski
Hawkeye
Like most things in America, they get more ridiculous every year. Weddings. The NFL Draft. The Oscars. Tailgate parties. And so on and so on and scoobie doobie do on.
I'm pretty sure my life is not going to be too affected by what I did or did not do in high school.
On the other hand, I did learn how to spell in high school, so that helps.
Yaworski
Hawkeye
I learned to spell and type. I've used typing and spelling nearly every day since high school. Calculus every now and then. European history almost never.
Neon Vernon
Single-Sixer
I didn't go to prom, I worked that night...guess I'm not cool.
I haven't seen anyone I went to HS with in nearly 40 years, conversely, I've seen guys I was in the Marines with 40 years ago in the last few.
I haven't seen anyone I went to HS with in nearly 40 years, conversely, I've seen guys I was in the Marines with 40 years ago in the last few.
Hey now, NFL Draft party is a good excuse to have good food and beers with our football watching friends.
Kinda like a superb owl party just on a smaller scale.
xTopGun
Buckeye
went to my Sr prom, the girl I took was being a real 1st class witch
; so, I excused myself to go to the bathroom and left. Hooked up with a group of other gals at a motel party that I'd been invited to ...
Next year I took my future wife to her prom... she turned out to be real 1st-class
boy was "God" ever good to me 
Her dad must have really liked and trusted me, along with wanting to see her darling going in style, since at the last minute he gave me the keys to his car and said "you're taking her in this....."
my brother-in-law still has this car, and it still looks this nice . . .
Her parents we're wonderful - miss them .....
Next year I took my future wife to her prom... she turned out to be real 1st-class
Her dad must have really liked and trusted me, along with wanting to see her darling going in style, since at the last minute he gave me the keys to his car and said "you're taking her in this....."
my brother-in-law still has this car, and it still looks this nice . . .
Her parents we're wonderful - miss them .....
Hertervillian
Saluki
At the time it seemed like a hell of an investment in 4 hrs on a Saturday night. I was far more introverted as were a couple of my friends. I’m pretty sure I worked then went to a bowling alley after party. Saw the same people, confirmed that my suspicions were correct and enjoyed the night.
Looking back I probably should have figured out a date and went. I’ve come to realize I am very uncomfortable in crowds, not to the level of anxiety, but I’m always able to leave before that point is reached. Left my wedding reception rather early, just got uncomfortable around that many people.
Looking back I probably should have figured out a date and went. I’ve come to realize I am very uncomfortable in crowds, not to the level of anxiety, but I’m always able to leave before that point is reached. Left my wedding reception rather early, just got uncomfortable around that many people.
Attended 4, my and her 2. First was with a friend and only "date" we went on. Still dating the gal that I went to the other 3 with, 47 years later. 42 of them licensed by the county.
Yaworski
Hawkeye
I really can't understand why people care who is chosen by what. I'd be more interested seeing who hires CMU's engineering grads.
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RonEgg
Buckeye
Looks like Biggs.
Hertervillian
Saluki
Important to get all the permits and licenses. Peace of mind when traveling adds to the enjoyment of vacations.
Hey, if you had a CMU Engineering Draft party, I would bring beer and wings!
But does she still have that Firebird?
I took the same girl to both my junior and senior prom, AND her senior prom.
Then the summer after she graduated I married her. This morning 50 years later, we just finished breakfast together.
contender
Ruger Guru
As I mentioned,, a Jr/Sr Prom was a way to try & expose kids to a formal type of environment. That has changed for sure.
My Dad had a school prior to WWII,, where he taught "Dance, Charm & Manners" so I was raised to be able to go to any function & be social.
BTW; my avatar picture is my Dad & his dance partner. He was a profession dance competitor as well.
So,, I did attend both of my HS Proms. And the girls I was dating at that time,, were attending other schools,,,, so I got to attend their proms. That was 3 different girls in a 2 year timeframe. Then, during part of my Army time,, I was dating a girl,, that I was able to attend both of her Proms. One,, I attended in uniform.
And of course,, several years later,, my g/f & I went to different Proms with me taking his g/f,, and she going with her brother. We all went to a nice dinner prior & later met afterwards to "swap back" our "dates."
Now,, her brother & I were good friends,, and his g/f was also close to us both. And we all were dancers,, so at the Proms,, we tore up the dance floors. Lots of compliments from the "peers."
Part of the 7 Proms I attended that I always felt was very important was to be capable of going to an upscale restaurant, and know how to act, & dine. Dad had schooled us well. One time,, the hostess came up to us & complimented us on how we were. She said she'd had worked there during many Prom seasons,, AND saw a lot of different things. She said it was obvious that we were NOT like most.
And the same g/f & I along with her brother & his g/f,, as well as 2 other couples went to that same restaurant a few years later. All 8 of us had been used to going to a dance hall every Sat night,, but the place started closing for the winter. So we all decided to go to dinner together. This restaurant had a dinner band,, and a small dance floor. At one point,, the band played a song that all of us knew we could dance a "routine" together to. We all hit the dance floor. After the song ended,, the rest of the diners applauded us,, and the hostess came over & asked us; "Do y'all do that often?" And to thank us,, she brought us a bottle of champagne. Everybody seemed to enjoy our dancing. We were also invited back.
But I also know many people are not comfortable in crowds, or in certain settings. As such,, do not go to such places. I wasn't a jock in school, nor even part of the "popular" groups. I didn't care,, I enjoyed myself in many other places & environments.
Since I wasn't all hung up on HS,, or most of the people there,, I've never attended any HS reunions.
So I smile often at people who look at me & see a "barefoot hillbilly" knowing that I can also dress up & go to ANY event, no matter how formal. And yes, I have surprised many a person by doing just that.
I wish they would go back to promoting what a Prom USED to be about.
My Dad had a school prior to WWII,, where he taught "Dance, Charm & Manners" so I was raised to be able to go to any function & be social.
BTW; my avatar picture is my Dad & his dance partner. He was a profession dance competitor as well.
So,, I did attend both of my HS Proms. And the girls I was dating at that time,, were attending other schools,,,, so I got to attend their proms. That was 3 different girls in a 2 year timeframe. Then, during part of my Army time,, I was dating a girl,, that I was able to attend both of her Proms. One,, I attended in uniform.
And of course,, several years later,, my g/f & I went to different Proms with me taking his g/f,, and she going with her brother. We all went to a nice dinner prior & later met afterwards to "swap back" our "dates."
Now,, her brother & I were good friends,, and his g/f was also close to us both. And we all were dancers,, so at the Proms,, we tore up the dance floors. Lots of compliments from the "peers."
Part of the 7 Proms I attended that I always felt was very important was to be capable of going to an upscale restaurant, and know how to act, & dine. Dad had schooled us well. One time,, the hostess came up to us & complimented us on how we were. She said she'd had worked there during many Prom seasons,, AND saw a lot of different things. She said it was obvious that we were NOT like most.
And the same g/f & I along with her brother & his g/f,, as well as 2 other couples went to that same restaurant a few years later. All 8 of us had been used to going to a dance hall every Sat night,, but the place started closing for the winter. So we all decided to go to dinner together. This restaurant had a dinner band,, and a small dance floor. At one point,, the band played a song that all of us knew we could dance a "routine" together to. We all hit the dance floor. After the song ended,, the rest of the diners applauded us,, and the hostess came over & asked us; "Do y'all do that often?" And to thank us,, she brought us a bottle of champagne. Everybody seemed to enjoy our dancing. We were also invited back.
But I also know many people are not comfortable in crowds, or in certain settings. As such,, do not go to such places. I wasn't a jock in school, nor even part of the "popular" groups. I didn't care,, I enjoyed myself in many other places & environments.
Since I wasn't all hung up on HS,, or most of the people there,, I've never attended any HS reunions.
So I smile often at people who look at me & see a "barefoot hillbilly" knowing that I can also dress up & go to ANY event, no matter how formal. And yes, I have surprised many a person by doing just that.
I wish they would go back to promoting what a Prom USED to be about.
I am baffled by the expense shelled out for homecoming football games in these modern times.
New dresses, suits, tuxes, etc.
Back in the day we just broke out a new pair of jeans and the newest dress shirt in the closet.
New dresses, suits, tuxes, etc.
Back in the day we just broke out a new pair of jeans and the newest dress shirt in the closet.
The HC dance or the game?.....I went to/played in them, as did my Son. In my day (1979-82) the dance was not as flashy as prom. It was the Saturday night after the Friday night game under the lights. At halftime the King/Queen/Court walked arm in arm to mid field with the names announced. Most were already there as players/cheerleaders so they were in uniform. There were still pics with parents, dinner before the dance, and parties after...win or lose.
My Son's (2019-22) were pretty much exactly the same. Not as big as prom. I don't recall shelling much out. Maybe his dates got new dresses, and I gave him some cash for dinner but no tux rental or pricey prom tickets. I think we bought new shirt/slacks his SR year. He didn't play football that yr due to knee injury and was slimming down to meet military tape standards which were not meant for accurately calculating BFP for 6'3 270 pound offensive lineman.
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Yaworski
Hawkeye
We'd wear a suit but nothing special. Now homecoming is almost as big as prom. America, everything is bigger than last year.
Busterswoodshop
Hunter
I was in basic training when my prom was going on.
Isn't it amazing that I taught English and Math to College Students. Majored in Adult Education, and took typing in HS. Don't believe I passed, but with 32 females in the class I never longed for a date on Friday Night.
PS the 70 Coupe De Ville still looks as good.
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Teflon97116
Single-Sixer
Yaworski
Hawkeye
You keep getting more and more amazing with every post. With all of your awesomeness you must be as radiant as the sun.
I graduated in '79, game on Friday night and dance after the game. Saturday back to normal.
bobski
Hunter
i never went.
never tried.
even the ugly girls got dates. i didnt.
i went and had a pizza myself.
never tried.
even the ugly girls got dates. i didnt.
i went and had a pizza myself.
bobski
Hunter
hey waynedot.........we use to use jato on a c-130. holy cow it was a head jerker!
remember when the blues fat albert use to put on a show with jato?
remember when the blues fat albert use to put on a show with jato?
The only prom I ever went to was my senior prom in 1960. I went because everyone said it was a big deal, not so much the prom itself but the night's events. Along with two other couples, we had a limo take us to the dance, then to a fancy nightclub in Manhattan where we had a small crappy meal at enormous expense around midnight. Then a few hours later the limo took us to the beach in Coney Island just as the sun was rising where the couples made out on the sand and then fell asleep. The girl I took was one I had been dating for awhile but had lost interest in, but decided not to break up with her until after prom. I actually told her that early morning on the beach that we were through. Overall all a crap experience at high cost, fortunately never repeated. I'm pretty sure that the prom was the only "formal" event that I attended during my high school years. Homecoming was not a big deal at all, at least not for myself or any of my friends.
