Different Viewpoints

Most of those who know me are quite aware of my fondness for awards shows, not because I care who wins, but rather because I just love seeing what is worn, how the make-up is done, what the hair styles look like, and what the various people have to say. I have enjoyed this kind of thing since I was a kid, and I still do relish those opportunities, especially since there aren't any good beauty pageants any longer. So, it should come as no surprise that in addition to absorbing the historical moments, I also enjoy good political events in the same manner. Tuesday was no exception!

This morning at Darryl's big birthday breakfast, we began discussing the various costumes seen at the inaugural, and, admittedly, the biases tended to appear along party lines. Those were of the downtrodden Republicans have not cared for the new First Lady's choice of garments, feeling that the yellow(?) brocade ensemble was a bit too much, that a simple wool outfit would have been more appropriate. The inaugural ball gown was also too frou-frou for many tastes. And, the next morning's choice for the prayer service was thought to be a disaster. The Democrats (2) in the group thought, of course, that Mrs. Obama looked delightful.

Jill Biden, on the other hand, received the ax from almost everyone, with nasty comments on her shorter skirt and high boots (Joan Kennedy in the 60's?) to the ball gown (which I personally did not see), which several said barely contained her bosom. The men seemed to quite appreciate it, however, chauvinists that they are!

Personally, I truly enjoyed seeing the delightful representative of the military who was so excited about the opportunity to dance with the new President, and the male sergeant chosen to dance with Mrs. Obama, as well. Quite fun!

Over the next few years, as with all of the previous First Ladies, Michelle Obama will undoubtedly establish her own particular style, and most of the women in America will be making comments as to its style, color, designer, and all of the many other things women can find to discuss about apparel. Seriously, have any of you seen Hillary in anything other than a pant suit in years? Time will tell the whole story! Meanwhile, it was an interesting, thoughtful, historical and PEACEFUL inauguration. Thank goodness we live in this country where it can happen that way!