On our Toes...

I am so very excited about The Nativity this weekend that Anna Grace has the honor of performing in this year. I am telling you, there is something so sweet to my soul about watching you dance, Anna Grace. Partly because God has instilled a deep love for ballet in my heart but when you are dancing your gentle nature and kindness shines so strongly through your graceful movements that is just melts mommy. I am so appreciative that you are able to practice ballet in an atmosphere where the focus is on our Lord. It is amazing to watch the older girls dance. It is so evident on their faces and in their expressions that they are dancing for Him alone. With the mission of the studio being so heavily defined by serving, missions and training you all in His ways, I feel blessed that we are a part of such a Christ-centered place. You have already learned early that the gift you have been given through dance is a way to share His love to others. I cannot wait to watch you this weekend. You are already such a beautiful ballerina!

(this is just a sneak peek at the stage practice. The real costumes, routines and creative real-telling of Christ's Birth is something you should not miss if you are in this area. Even without a love for dance, this is a really neat Christmas experience. You will definitely leave knowing exactly why we celebrate this special season!)

And, Ailee, you surprised Mommy today with the excellent performance at your last ballet class of the year. After being so busy preparing Anna Grace for her show, we haven't really had a chance to even talk about your little performance. You did such a great job and the thing Mommy loved the most is how dramatic your movements were and how hard to tried to make sure each step was correct. You want so badly to be a "big" ballerina and look like your sister that you were determined to do your best! I am so glad that you have a blast at everything you do, too. It makes watching you so much more fun, as well.

You and your special little friends, Kate and Ava, during your ballet party. What precious little girls you all are!