We have 2 military balls every year. One in the Spring and one in the Fall. We were planning on attending the one last fall, but I was on bedrest. I was just wondering what everyone's opinion was about them in general. Dh has said in the past that it was a lot of politics, but I haven't the foggiest idea. We were supposed to go THIS fall, but Dh will be in Egypt so that's not happening. I love the idea of formal dresses, and military dress uniforms, but the more I hear about it the less interested I am in it. I know that a lot of it is just the fact that he doesn't like the idea of going, but I have also heard from others, some Marine and some Army, that it's really that way. I was just wanting to get an idea of others perspectives on the whole idea of going before I spend the money on a gown and tickets to go in the Spring.

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I am so glad we don't have to do that! They are political - at least here. We do have a Christmas party which is very similar, but slightly less formal than a ball. No dress uniforms since civilians are invited as well. It is VERY political as well. I have heard the balls are MUCH worse. YUCK! Not my thing.

We're supposed to go to the one here on the 9th. I'm looking forward to it! I just want the pictures of DH and I all dressed up. I couldn't care less about the politics. Give me some good food a few drinks and I can sit through anything!

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Mommy to Dakota, Wife to James
Proud Air Force Family

I am not military, but my dad was Air Force for 33 years. Him and my mom always loved going to them and had so much fun.

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We don't care for the politics of the military, however, you can't help but play the game once you're there, rubbing shoulders with everyone.

Dh and I have only ever gone to two formals. I didn't care one way or another about it. It was nice to dress up and see him all dressed up.....but it was a heck of an expensive night to be reminded every four seconds how awesome the american military is!!! I mean, I agree, it is....but on a night out all dressed up, I would prefer to go somewhere else!!!!

I have never been to one of the balls. I have been to a few christmas parties and have always had a blast. I love getting dressed up for them. I am hoping to have just as much fun at the ball in october!!!