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Ballet 2013

Claire and Mya finished their first semester of ballet at an actual ballet studio. Their previous experiences were both on-base, which are nothing like the "real deal." Being enrolled in a more focused studio had its pluses and minuses. They completed the season with a Disney Showcase, performing all songs from various Disney movies. It was very cute. The girls performed "Arpeggio" from Aristocats. The kicker is that they not only attended their one day per week class, but the week of the performance they practiced Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Friday's practice was a dress rehearsal which lasted from 3:00 until 6:00 with the actual performance at 7:00. I thought it was far too much for preschool children. Claire was pretty patient and focused, but Mya was ready to run after about 2 hours of sitting. I don't blame her. It was too much. 




Watching the ballerinas perform while they wait their turn.

Claire, Peyton (Mya's friend from preschool) and Mya








Comments

jeanniy said…
oh how precious!! they are both adorable. thanks for sharing.

Also; you guys are natural hostesses, I am glad you are on the welcoming committee. I am certain your new arrivals will feel blessed to have you.

love you
Mom and Jeannie
Anonymous said…
Those girls are so adorable! Love the cute ballet outfits! I'm sure we will get to see some of their awesome moves very soon!

Love ya, j

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