Piano Recital Time

We had our annual paino recital last night and the kids did a fabulous job . . . take a look! (You'll have to scroll down and 'pause' the music on the right hand side so you can hear the piano)

Alex masters Waterfall by Jon Schmidt

Keaton is amazing at A Whole New World

Sadie rings the Distant Bells

Anniversary #17

Last month was our 17th year anniversary. I know, 17. . . can you really believe that? Glen has always been the one to plan a surprise anniversary. . . I am lucky to remember it. This year he wanted me to take the day off and pack an overnight bag. In the morning he brought me some beautiful tulips and a note that said, following my appointment at the beauty parlor for my hair, to report to the day spa! I LOVE THE DAY SPA!

So, I had a nice color job for the hair, boy, at this age, I really needed a color. Then off to the day spa. I checked in and they knew exactly who I was and had a big facial session scheduled for me. I LOVE FACIALS! It was so fabulous I didn't want to leave, but when I did, they said, "happy anniversary" and handed me another note with a hotel key! So I went off to the fancy hotel where he was waiting to take me to dinner to my favorite place. I LOVE MARKET STREET GRILL!

We had a great meal including dessert - we hardly ever have room for dessert but we did. He said we could go to a movie, but I was so so relaxed and comfortable, why leave the fancy hotel? We just talked and laughed and talked. It was a great night. The kids were all arranged for by having our neice Anna come over to stay with them and get them off to school. I LOVE ANNA! Thank you so much. I slept in, had breakfast while Glen went off to work. I want to make that type of anniversary a tradition for sure. I don't think I need anything more. I gave Glen a book that hopefully he will enjoy, I did. And 17 reisens (reasons - thanks Heather for the idea) that I love him. Maybe I'll post them too. Looking forward to another 17!! Love you Glen.

Keaton Earns "Power of One" Award

It was Keaton's turn to earn the "Power of One" award last week. Keaton has been a Safe School Ambassador for two years now helping the kids learn about bullying and being a positive influence in and around school. He has been taking early morning viola lessons and performing in concerts throughout the year. He has hardly ever brought home homework and still his teacher says: "Keaton is Excellent in every way". I worry that it will go to his head, but for now he is enjoying the recognition. He has always had good friends, even girl-type friends. He looks out for the little guy and is the very most sensitive kid I know. Good Job Keaton - We are very proud of you and love you so so much.