June 14, 2012

The kids have been out of school a week, and I still have two days left. . .but I realized I never wrote about Lene's play, We Are Off to Find Some Character.  This play will be remembered because the message was so appropriate for children these days. . .be a good citizen, thoughtful, and nice. And also because Lene auditioned for the lead--and nailed it (as per her teacher).  Before tryouts, I suggested she go for the narrator since there were seven. . .she looked at me and said, "Geez, mom--have a little faith."  Ouch.  Lesson learned.  She  belongs up there shining His light: )  

She even had a solo!

Loveliness against a lovely backdrop.

This girl has been a close friend since kinder.  I can't believe they are fourth graders now~

The scarecrow she is standing next to. . .known each other since pre-school.  My, how time flies!

Thankful for strong women in her life that support her endeavors and cheer her on from the front row.

Mom and my little performer.

The show was fantastic--I loved how all the kids were so involved in it--the chorus and appropriate songs filled with meaning and truths.  Absolutely adorable.  Then there was my daughter, up on that stage--doing what she loves. . .and only because she has written this verse on her heart. . ."I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."

So thankful she practiced her faith and put herself out there to audition. I know I am the mom and I do what I can to teach her worthwhile lessons that will positively effect her life and those lives she touches, but I learn from her too.  Yes.  I do.