Ballet Recital

Tess did a wonderful job at her recital this morning. Even much better than you see in the video from the dress rehearsal. We decided to bring both of the boys to watch this year, which was a pretty funny experience. Noah tried to spend most of the time between dances scowling and complaining, but during each of the dances his eyes would light up, he would start to stand up to get a better view, and his mouth would start to hang open a little bit. That is, until he caught you looking at him, and then the scowl would come back until he thought you weren't looking anymore. Tate was good for most of the time, towards the end he started losing his patience. The Romney's were right behind us, and while Savannah was dancing, they were trying to get some pictures. Tate kept trying to stand on his chair in front of their cameras with his big goofy grin, while I kept pulling him down and keeping him out of the way.

Tess had a much better experience this year than last. For example, I didn't hear her complain even once afterward that she was done with ballet forever. She went on and on last year about quitting, so I think it's a good sign. She also got a crown-shaped cookie covered with pink frosting at the end so she's just been on cloud nine.

Way to go sweetie!