This year, I decided to be a spectator instead of a backstage helper! We had a wonderful ringside seat and were set to enjoy the camaraderie and anticipation of seeing the latest designs in clothing that Chico’s, the sponsor, had to offer.
We were not disappointed and after an enjoyable lunch and well set table, we watched our friends and neighbors who had volunteered to model the garments, sashay, swirl, wiggle and generally dance the light fandango across the stage as the Chico’s representative commented on their apparel, how to wear it and what they could do with it! It was obvious the models were enjoying every moment of their limelight escapade as was the audience who gave their vigorous approval and appreciation to every performer on the stage.
The outfits were typically Chico’s, elegant with a little casualness thrown in. Discounts were offered at their store to those who attended the show and prizes of Mary Kay products and gift certificates were given to the lucky holders of the many winning tickets.
Janice Davidson, as co-chair of the event worked her wonders again in arranging the show whilst her husband Mark, dressed in a snazzy black suit, made sure the ladies were handed down and guided from the stage without a twist or turn of an ankle and our Mary Kay representative who gives of her time to make sure our models look their very best for the show was there to dust off our ladies if they became a little overheated with their antics on the stage! An enjoyable and entertaining event!
I have to admit that I did miss being in the background with the models and helping where needed but being on the other side of the fence and seeing the pleasure this event gave to so many made me realize how important our volunteers are to the joy and enhancement of our Cross Creek community. All in all, a great presentation and show that never fails to please each year.
