The Friday Funnies – Downton Abbey, Here I Come.

Imagine my delight when Sam informed me that the aristocratic Crawley Family had invited us to a Fancy Dress Ball at Downton Abbey. I thought it bizarre that they were having a party at which everyone wears a dress, but you know…those English folk and their aristocratic eccentricities. 😉

Wellington rushed me to the Mystic Costume Shoppe and Makeup Emporium in New Orleans. I saw this dress and thought it was perfect. I dashed home, called Sam, and informed him that I had my dress for the Fancy Dress Ball. Knowing I’m not the sharpest tack in the box, Sam said sweetly, “Andy, a Fancy Dress Ball is an English term meaning a lavish party at which the guests wear costumes. Everyone doesn’t wear a dress…”

Blushing with awkward ignorance, I thanked him for his knowledge and hung up. I’m sure a disdainful smiled creased his lips, as he mumbled, “Dumbass Mississippi boy…what have I gotten my sophisticated self into…three weeks with him in England. Oy Vey!” 😂🤣😂

Don’t forget to smile today.

Big hug, y’all! 🥰

(Originally Published August 19, 2022)