Stage Mom Diaries (Getting ready for Cae's Prom)

(Thanks, Tex, for my new title!)   Prom checklist   February 6, 2009 Friday Manila Hotel For months now, Cae has been checking out prom dresses. We've narrowed the choices to 3 (or 4) and had them printed out so when we go to the dress shop this weekend, we can show them the designs. If they say yes, they can do it, then the next step is to look for the right fabric.   You can visit her Multiply page to see the designs she's chosen.   Things to Do   1. Book hotel room - DONE   2. Shop and buy for prom shoes and handbag (or clutch) - I'm planning to do this after we've bought the fabric to ensure that they match. 3. Pick out hairstyles or start trying different styles - which brings us to Item#4. 4. Make hair and make-up appointment - So far, I've inquired from two major salons. But her friends find them a little bit expensive. So we're going to ask around again, this time we'll try the local salons. Maybe we should have a trial run. 5. Make prom manicure and pedicure appointment - maybe a day or two before the prom so the polish won't chip, knowing Cae. And maybe this month, we'll have some foot spa and leg waxing as well. And work on the eyebrows, too. (Note the "we.") 6. Purchase accessories for dress and hair - maybe together with Item#2. 7. Prepare the following: camera, extra pantyhose, handbag contents, etc. 8. Arrange for transpo - my major setback is our car is number-coded since it's a Friday. It'll be hard to move around Manila. I'll discuss this with Alex. Keep you posted, I will.