Music In The Air

Sunday, February 11, 2024

Yesterday, I worked in the store’s upscale women’s fancy dress department, checking buyers out and putting away tried-on flowing long gowns and fancy short beaded dresses. This week’s schedule is crowded. The area’s high schools will host annual winter formal dances, and Valentine’s Day arrives on Wednesday.

Folks old and young were trying on dresses, and today, many of those and others will continue shopping for articles, fancy and bling-covered. Most buyers are in a good mood and fun–and some are very interesting. One woman purchased a classic formal, low-cut with netting that expands its lower portion. She will wear it while supporting a symphony performance by narrating the story behind a composition. (She teaches speech, communications, and theater at our local college.)

Our discussion reminded me that Central Oregon has a symphony orchestra. I had forgotten to find its performance schedule, but last night looked it up. The next concert is on February 24 (evening) and repeated on the 25th (mid-day). Maybe I can attend one of the concerts, and adding to my fun, see that nice customer in her fancy gown narrating.

My working schedule can be a problem, it forces me to plan ahead better. Today’s schedule makes me miss watching the Super Bowl and, hopefully, the Chiefs winning. Unless it’s too late, I’ll reserve a date for one of the upcoming symphony performances. In general, I will become more schedule-involved.

Dear Friends: This little city with lots going on invites greater participation. Diana