Just to prove that I have tales of a busy mom, we had a busy but great weekend. Friday was spent cleaning, allowing the kids time to play with friends and getting Katherine to a babysitting job. Although, I finished up the job at 9:30 so K could get enough sleep. I was very happy when the family came home around 10:30.
The fun really started at 6 am Saturday morning. It was the big day of the first dance competition. The girls were excited and had a hard time holding still for the make-up, hair (thank goodness for buns) and fake eyelashes. They were absolutely beautiful when we left the house at 7:15, however, they had both aged about 4 years with all the additions to their faces.
Both girls dance with grace, poise and energy. Both Emilia and Katherine had tumbling parts in the dances. I was so nervous for them but all was well.
Between dances, we went to two soccer games. (Elliot played hard but lost his game, Katherine played well and won her game.) Finished a little duct work in the basement bathroom (a great story for another posting), and ran a couple of errands.
By 2:45 we were back at the competition for the show routine and awards. What a fun few hours. Lot's of great dances but we were proved the best when we walked away with first place.
I certainly look forward to two more competitions. I only hope the girls feel that all the hard work has paid off.
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1 comment:
As much as I like seeing my girls dance, I have such a hard time at the dance competitions. I don't know if your experience is like mine, but in most cases it is a scary showcase of barbie moms and BMW dad's and the whole scene turns me off. I like to watch the dance, and then get out of there! :)
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