Saturday, May 10, 2008

Twinkle Twinkle

Well, the recital was a hit! It was one of the coolest things we have seen as parents in the last four years. Jennalee got on stage before everything got going, while the students were still tuning, and she played her whole song through... she then bowed, came back to our seats and said, "I did it!" There were several cute moments like that. When the big moment finally did come (you can see the video below), she did as well as we could imagine.

She looked tiny all by herself on stage. And we felt confused emotions -- our chests bursting with pride and the feeling that someone had ripped our hearts out, all at the same time. The song was quick, but it seared into our minds and hearts. It was wonderful.


12 comments:

Anonymous said...

We got to see it in person, no less! She did great! Does that sound like a proud grandparent? :)

Marianne said...
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Marianne said...

Wow! It seems the only thing that gave her trouble were those stairs for giants. She didn't even flinch up there on stage. Way to go Jennalee!

Anonymous said...

That was really great ! Jennalee looked like she was having a great time up there. What an accomplishment for a 4 year old little girl !!

Mitzi said...

Lee Ann...I have to comment on this...it literally brought tears to my eyes. So innocent...so big...so fast!! Where does the time go? She is precious and I think it is so neat she is taking violen. Hope you are doing well.

Musings of a Housewife said...

Awww... I was a violinist for 10 years. This brings back memories. :-)

Anonymous said...

She was a wonderful little performer and seemed to love it!! We're so proud of her and were so glad to get to see this in person. What a blessing! Mom

Anonymous said...

Hi! I have no idea how I found you on here, but I am so glad I did. Your family is beautiful!

Anonymous said...

That was precious!!

gracie said...

After trying every combination of girl, swirl, twirl, girlie, swirly, and twirly I could think of, I finally found your blog. The recital clip is adorable!

Anonymous said...

This is SO completely adorable! The girls are just as precious as they can be.

Amy Johnson

Stephen, Whitney, Olivia Jane, Marshall Wood, and Stephen Bauer said...

That's the sweetest thing EVER! I just stumbled upon your blog from Heather's and I'm so glad!! What a preacious family! Hope you guys are doing great! Miss you...
Whitney Eoff