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| Vicki May |
I don’t know about you but my summer, well actually the whole year, has flown by in an extremely hot whirlwind. I don’t know where the time has gone.
The year started out with the induction of two new members to our chapter. I then took too much time in accomplishing a few minor tasks I had promised to do for a Pink Hat sister. Yes, I can admit I have a tendency to procrastinate when given too much time to complete a job. Before I knew it June was upon me and I had to begin preparing for the International Red Hat Convention in Las Vegas. Yes, I was finally going to an International but it couldn’t be time to get ready to go so soon. Last time I checked the calendar I had four months, but now I leave in a week. No need to panic, I had a list of events, so after pulling out every piece of lavender clothing I own and choosing outfits and alternate outfits for that “just in case” moment I was off.
Three from our chapter went to the convention and what a time we had. The Paris Hotel was beyond fabulous. The hotel staff and our own Hatquarters staff could not have done a better job. The show, Jubilee, was phenomenal. I could practically see all the Red Hat wheels turning trying to figure out how to replicate the headdresses and what else could be done with all those feathers! I was table hostess for what I believe was the best table in the ballroom. Our queen, my mother, was coronated at the first coronation done at convention by EQM Sue Ellen Cooper, EVM Linda Murphy and CEO Debra Granich. What a great experience that was to witness. All those queens in their royal glory were a beautiful sight. I attended the Pinkies and Parfaits lunch at Serendipity3. I am so glad Beth Marie Baldwin put this event together. I adore my Red Hat sisters but spending time getting to know other Pink Hatters in our own event was one of my absolute favorite parts of the weekend. I could have used someone with whom I could share all that food but still smile every time I see the pictures. If you are going to Atlanta next year, be sure to sign up for the Pinkie event, it’s an experience you’ll treasure.
Seeing the sea of red, purple, pink and lavender in the ballroom was breathtaking. Seeing old friends, making new and receiving hugs in immeasurable number is something everyone in The Red Hat Society should experience either at a small or large convention. One thing I noticed was different at the larger convention-the looks on the faces of the other hotel guests at Paris. Usually, I’ve met people on the elevator who may have asked about the way I was dressed or if there was a hat convention but nothing like the non-hatters in Vegas. Not only did I have the questions in the elevator but as we walked through the hotel to the convention area people snapped pictures, posed with Hatters for pictures, applauded a few times, and yes, some laugh while others just stood staring with their mouths gaping. I’m sure we were a sight to see, especially if you weren’t prepared for the parade of hatters. Even at the airport, Red Hatters were well represented in the midst of travelers galore.
Vegas was over, I could ease into the dog days of summer and then, I looked at the calendar again. I’m almost sure I should have more time to prepare for the Virginia Beach Blast. I know, technically the Virginia Funvention is after Labor Day so not a summer activity but I have hats to plan, banners to make, etc. before September. So much for the hazy, lazy days of summer!
I hope all of you have had a wonderful summer and shared some sisterhood along the way. Mine has been busy but worth every minute and momentary panic. Nothing will recharge you like time with Red and Pink Hat sisters. Now on to Fall!
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