Canadian Chamber Gala Ball 2012

The entrance way into the ball.

Last Saturday Foley and I went to the Canadian Chamber Annual Ball... yes, a ball.  I didn't know people still called them 'balls', sounds a bit like a Disney story, but okay.

It was a night that surpassed both of our expectations.  We got 'dolled' up (I'm sure Foley would love that I referred to him as dolled up), and went downtown to the gorgeous Convention Centre.  It was beautifully decorated, had incredible auction items and was overall classy affair.  We were classy too... at least at the beginning of the night.  :)

A beautiful room, seated for the delicious dinner.

Foley's boss had sponsored a CIBC table to support the event, similar to many other Canadian and international companies.  It was nice to get to know some of the people that Foley works with all day and their spouses.  We also ran into some other Canadian friends, which was unexpected.

Before the meal everyone had to stand for the singing of the national anthem.  Being a teacher, I am used to hearing it every morning with the morning announcements (yes, just like when we were young) and I hadn't realized that I missed it.  The dinner was a delicious 4 course meal with tons of wait staff who continually filled our wine glasses. (Note: classiness slipping away rapidly). The entertainment included a great band and more dancing than I expected, although I'm new to 'balls'.

Overall it was a great night, and it made me proud to be a Canadian living in Hong Kong.

Rich *Pardy* and Foley - buddies from Oakville partying in HK with glowing glasses.

Droopy eyes, getting late in the night.

Dance floor gets rowdy.

Aline and Pardy

Head of CIBC in HK, Andre, and his wife Catherine... v serious boss man.

And he's all mine.