January 30, 2010

"The Twelve-Layer Kimono"

There was a drawing in Himeji
for the chance to wear a 12-layer kimono.
I was reluctant to enter,
but my friend seemed to think I'd win.
She said, "Pray to your God."
And guess what?
I won.
I have a hearty respect for Japanese women of olden times.
How anyone can walk in one of these is beyond me.
But golly,
it sure was fun.
{Undressing. Phew!}
*♥*♥*♥*
After thanking my friend for encouraging me to enter the drawing,
she stated, "Your God is very strong."
I agree. :)

10 comments:

  1. Lucky! That looks like so much fun. Where was this? I would love to do something like this.

    I agree, our God is a strong one. :D

    I'm glad you had a good time.

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  2. By the way, you look beautiful in that 12 layer Kimono!

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  3. oh my gosh, you lucky lucky girl!! how fun is that?? where do you go to find such awesome japan experiences, anyway? mine are nothing like yours!! mine mostly consist of wondering where to go to experience the awesomeness you do! poop.

    and yes, you look absolutely beautiful. and how funny you won, especially after what your friend said!! hahaha, that`s awesome!! i think that counts as a tender mercy. :D

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  4. What a neat experience. Where was this at? Who held the drawing? Was there some type of celebration or an opening of a new store going on? Give us some more details!!!! How long did it take to put of the 12 layers? Who took the pictures? Sorry for all the questions... but I am so excited that you had this experience! Amazing! Yeah YOU!!!! :D

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  5. Why would anyone WEAR a 12 layer kimono is what I want to know... I agree, you look gorgeous! And that is just awesome about your friend's comments. Love it. :D

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  6. How neat for you to be able to have this experience! It looks to be very warm under there??? I'm wondering why so many layers?? You are having the experience of a life time, I'm so very happy for you.

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  7. What fun—you didn’t weigh in it though did you????? It’s true there is only one God and he’s very strong—when he lives in our hearts he’s even stronger!

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  8. Chica, that's awesome :D It looks really cool. Quite pretty, but I agree - normal women could not walk in that O_o That's an awesome cultural experience!

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  9. "You're turning Japanese I think you're turning Japanese I really think
    so." What fun - you're a lucky girl to be over there and doing that!

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  10. You are soooo pretty!!! I would die to wear that! Of course I'm crazy like that. And in regards to your temple post... "Save the cows! Save the cows!" ha ha I love that commercail. I think I know what you prayed for. ;)

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