I was on the way to a graduation party, and I passed a Salvation Army thrift store. I was by myself so I figured what the heck. As I perused the racks looking for a bargain I saw the wedding dresses. "Can't hurt to look I thought"
So there it was a tea length Davids Bridal size 18W. I stared longingly at it and moved on.
It called me back about 5 minutes later. off the rack it went and into the fitting room.
I only wore a wedding dress once before and it was ill fitting.
So didn't know what to expect
I stepped into it and zipped it up and there she was "Paula", the bride, the woman I should have been.
I let my mind take over and for a minute I was her on this May day, ready to leave for the church and start life as a married women
A tear ran down my cheek
These dresses are powerful
I understand now how special these dresses are and why women make an event out of buying them.
Have any of you ever experienced the power of a wedding dress.
BTW.. I didn't buy it (sigh)