That Prom Thing

We talked about going to the prom together, all 4 of us. Then Sin Yee moved away.

And as the time for that P-Day drew near, I began to dread it. The implications of what I'd done dawned on me, the realization sending a sick shock through my whole mind, body and soul.

What did I get myself into???!!!

(In case you think I'm exaggerating, I give you a real-life scenario: A friend who knows me well heard from Joy that I'd be going to the prom. His reaction? He laughed. Long and loud.)

Then it turned out that hey, it's on a day when I have classes. Oh,joy!!! Happily, I tendered my (truthful) excuses. I'm pulling out, can't miss class now, can I?

Then Joy began to exercise her powers of persuasion. One thing I can vouch for, she's an extremely persistent person.

I understood immediately what Jesus meant when He spoke of the Parable of the Persistent Widow. And then also, there's that Bible verse which tells us we must keep our word even though it hurts us.

Okay, then. I'm well and truly screwed.

My big mouth actually got me into the whole prom mess. What's that saying again about Silence Is Golden?

Note to self: Keep Mouth Shut.

Note to Joy: When you read this, I hope you have a major guilt trip. You're the only reason I'm going. :p