Here Comes The Holidays

The holiday season brings a lot of fun moments, traditions and performances.  This has been a month of busy schedules but we've almost made it through.  My kids can drive me crazy but I can't express just how proud I am of them and all they've accomplished thus far.

My son performed trumpet for the second year at the school Christmas concert.  He started playing last year and picked it up very quickly.  I don't even know how to read music so hearing him play is so special.

I didn't bother to get any pictures of the performance since he was stuck in the back and we couldn't see him.  The band sounded great.  I'm impressed for it being 5th and 6th graders.

Then we watched as my daughter danced in her very first Christmas show called "Christmas Treasures."  This isn't something her dance school does every year but it was great.  Everyone was amazing and there is so much talent.  My daughter did a dance for ballet and praise.  Praise is new to her this year but she has picked up on it rather quickly.  Praise is a lot like modern dance but with Contemporary Christian music.  That girl really lights up when she dances on stage.  It's so natural for her.  I hope she continues to dance and as of now she plans to.

She was also excited that her teacher came to watch the show and brought along a balloon and candy.

Then we had the traditional Cub Scout Christmas party with delicious food, crafts and a visit from the big guy.