Marine Corps Ball 2k14

The first Marine Corps Ball I ever went too was a couple of months after we got married and Michael's lack of Enthusiasm for the ball made it super difficult to get excited. However, as his time spent in the Marine Corps increases, so does his excitement! This last Ball will definitely go down as one never to forget! Michael had been working hard to plan it with some of his buddies and I must say, I was impressed. I honestly felt like we were in high school and he was planning his perfect prom date! Plus, who doesn't love having a reason to get all dolled up? So this year, Michael Linley gathered a group of our favorite Marines and planned a fabulous evening!

We started at the Marriott downtown where we watched the ceremonial birthday cake be cut, and listened to the guest of honor. This is the first time I've actually enjoyed listening to what he had to say! My favorite quote of the evening was "You can join the Army; You can join the Air Force; But you become a Marine." This is all too true. I have seen Michael truly transform has his service in the Corps has continued. I complain so much about it, but he wouldn't be the amazing person he is without the Corps!

After saying our goodbyes, we walked a few blocks to Ruth's Chris Steakhouse.
One word:  A M A Z I N G !
I'm not even sure "amazing" does the food justice! If ever you find yourself in need of a fancy dinner, this is the place to go. Nothing will compare. Ever. It's amazing.

So after filling our stomachs, and emptying our wallets, we headed home for some snugs and a movie! Perfection.

H U G E   S H O U T  - O U T   T O  M A R Y   A L L I S O N  F O R  L E T T I N G   M E   W E A R  T H I S  D R E S S !

Seriously, it made me feel like a million bucks!

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