Even at 5 I was fabulous. Of course I didn't realize it then (and am sad to say that sometimes in moments of humanity I forget it even today!) but looking back, I know I must have had converse moments of clarity where I just KNEW I was emerging into fabulosity.
Ah....1975. In this pic I am 5 and taking a break (to pose - see? FABULOUS!) from getting ready to be the flower girl for the wedding of my aunt's best friend, Karen. I remember my pretty dress (white) and the flower petals (yellow) and I have some very cute pics of me holding hands with the minister as we walk down the aisle after the ceremony. I remembering playing my role well (no crying or whining, expertly distributing petals, moving down the aisle in step with the processional) and thinking how cool it was to have been asked to be part of the party. It was my only flower girl gig.
Being an alum to the flower girl club, I of course check out how the flower girls do at the weddings I attend. I'm sad to report that while I've seen some great flower girls, I also see a lot of crying and sobbing, which really destroys the mood for all involved. I'm inclined to believe this is the fault of the bride or parent for picking a kid who was too young or not precocious enough to handle and/or enjoy the spotlight that the role provides. In some cases, I'm sure the would-be flower girl was pushed into the role without being asked if she wanted to do it.
SIDE BAR:
So while I'm cute in a dated sort of way, looking at this pic again, I am SO THANKFUL for being alive today vs. 100-200 years ago. I started wearing glasses at 3, which totally saved me from having a crossed eye, and the magic of braces brought in a VERY "Melissa Gilbert as Laura Ingalls Wilder" overbite (why was is so damn cute on her?!?!?!?!) I can also say that it's one of the only times I've ever worn curlers in my life.
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Great stuff! Very creative and, well, I must say, just Fabulous!
I used to do some wedding photography and I have to agree with you about the flower girl (and ring bearer) stuff. They're just rushing some of these kids long before they're ready for the big-time and the bright lights. It's nice to hear a seasoned veteran such as yourself come out and say what needs to be said. You know, perhaps there is a sideline in this for you -- surely you've heard about former beauty pageant winners going on to be contestant coaches and consultants once their own reign as queen is over? Maybe you could start a flower girl coaching/training academy. You know, put these girls through the paces before the big day! I smell franchise potential! It could be absolutely fabulous!
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