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LUE: Anniversary Date
Feb. 8th, 2025 10:43 pmPreparations started at 12.30. True, the concert (Toscanini String Quartet) started at 17.00, but we wanted to have a leisurely meal first. So we both took showers, then retreated to our separate dressing quarters and getting-ready-routines. I picked out my outfit first: tan wide-leg pants, floral tee, green cardigan, black loafers. I picked out the accessories then - and wore only my anniversary gifts from Eyal in addition to my wedding set (matching malachite pendant and earrings set in silver, and simple watch on a black leather band). After that, the shower.
Of course, I put my face on then. Date nights require a nice face.
Primer: L'Oréal Age Perfect Blurring Face Primer in 00 Rosy
Mascara: L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara in Black Brown
Eyebrow gel: L'Oréal Infallible Brows in Blonde
Highlighter: L'Oréal Lumi Glotion in Fair
Tinted Moisturizer: L'Oréal Lumi Le Glow Tint in Fair
Concealers: Milani Conceal + Perfect in 01 Rose and Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser in 95
Blush: L'Oréal Lumi Le Liquid Blush in 605 Dewy Bright Pink
Lip Pencil: Rimmel Lasting Finish Lip Liner in Nude
Lipstick: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in 778 Pink Promise
Quick spritzing of Jo Malone London White Moss & Snowdrop. Then I dressed and was ready.
Eyal was looking quite dapper: burgundy long sleeved polo shirt, muted green slacks, and brown jacket. He also smelled lovely, with the addition of my early birthday present, Jo Malone London English Oak & Hazelnut.
We were off. We made good time to the restaurant (Indira), and had a scrumptious late lunch. After that we headed to HaTarbut, the home of the Israel Philharmonic. The concert took place in the smaller auditorium, and we had seats right on the stage. There are advantages to purchasing tickets well in advance.
The quartet had amazing chemistry, and when they added a guest violist for Mozart's String Quintet, the chemistry stayed strong. Late Beethoven - the first piece was one of his late quartets - is not for everyone, so the Mozart quintet served as a nice palate cleanser. Afterward we managed to find the car and get out of the parking garage without too much trouble.
We visited my father-in-law next. He was very glad to see us. We chatted about music, movies, and my teaching course. He served us cake and coffee, and after an hour and a half, we hugged him, said goodbye, and headed home.
A most satisfactory day. My makeup is off now - Pond's Cold Cream is a godsend - and I've done my evening routine. Bed soon. Back to the grind tomorrow, but all in all, a great anniversary date.
Of course, I put my face on then. Date nights require a nice face.
Primer: L'Oréal Age Perfect Blurring Face Primer in 00 Rosy
Mascara: L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara in Black Brown
Eyebrow gel: L'Oréal Infallible Brows in Blonde
Highlighter: L'Oréal Lumi Glotion in Fair
Tinted Moisturizer: L'Oréal Lumi Le Glow Tint in Fair
Concealers: Milani Conceal + Perfect in 01 Rose and Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser in 95
Blush: L'Oréal Lumi Le Liquid Blush in 605 Dewy Bright Pink
Lip Pencil: Rimmel Lasting Finish Lip Liner in Nude
Lipstick: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in 778 Pink Promise
Quick spritzing of Jo Malone London White Moss & Snowdrop. Then I dressed and was ready.
Eyal was looking quite dapper: burgundy long sleeved polo shirt, muted green slacks, and brown jacket. He also smelled lovely, with the addition of my early birthday present, Jo Malone London English Oak & Hazelnut.
We were off. We made good time to the restaurant (Indira), and had a scrumptious late lunch. After that we headed to HaTarbut, the home of the Israel Philharmonic. The concert took place in the smaller auditorium, and we had seats right on the stage. There are advantages to purchasing tickets well in advance.
The quartet had amazing chemistry, and when they added a guest violist for Mozart's String Quintet, the chemistry stayed strong. Late Beethoven - the first piece was one of his late quartets - is not for everyone, so the Mozart quintet served as a nice palate cleanser. Afterward we managed to find the car and get out of the parking garage without too much trouble.
We visited my father-in-law next. He was very glad to see us. We chatted about music, movies, and my teaching course. He served us cake and coffee, and after an hour and a half, we hugged him, said goodbye, and headed home.
A most satisfactory day. My makeup is off now - Pond's Cold Cream is a godsend - and I've done my evening routine. Bed soon. Back to the grind tomorrow, but all in all, a great anniversary date.
