Our formal (we call it a formal not a sapphire ball though I guess that is the proper name for it) was awesome. Everyone had a blast. I bought the most gorgeous light purple dress, the kind where its a corset tank and then the skirt. I was lucky I had a date (i am almost positive that every single sister that went did). I went with my boyfriend (who I have been dating for over a year now) so I didnt have the worries of asking anyone. He got really nice and dressed up for the occasion too (nice to see him in something thats not a polo shirt, jeans, and sneakers). the music was really good. it was a beautiful place. the food was good too. afterwards we all went back to the house and chilled out. i had fun. but I am planning to have EVEN more fun next year now that I know what it is all about. (and I am not going to obesse so much about the dress, hair, nails. actually for this year one of my fave sisters theresa did my hair and she did a terrific job considering it was 85 degrees and 100% humidy outside). Next year I think I will wear my high school prom dress and get my hair done by a sister again (hopefully the weather will be better). I am glad everyone seems to have had a good time at theres too. By the way sapphiresphinx I would have KILLED the lady who made your dress. But at least you have an awesome dress to wear for next year!