Production Weekend

We made it! As I look back over the past week, I can see so many answered prayers.  It was a definite exciting week seeing God work through many details to put the "Best Christmas Pageant Ever" together.  During a huge crowd on opening night, I was able to pray with some of my lead actors because of nerves taking over.  God calmed them down.  No one RUSHED or MUSHED or MUMBLED there words.  Even a dear old friend (who is hard of hearing), heard the play.

Thank you for praying.  If you were to look back into the sound/light area, you would of seen me JUMPING UP AND DOWN.  They nailed there lines, timing, and energy.  I knew they had it in them, but most rehersal were at about 50% level.  I guess they saved all of that enthusiam to opening night.  They all did wonderful.

We only have two more shows, and it is already a bit sad to see this outreach come to an end.  I loved having my family involved. I loved seeing so many talented and gifted people in our church join together to make it a huge success.  Thankfully, many new faces entered our doors and got to see how Jesus changes things!

The next morning began with another full day of productions.  We went to Anchorage for Sonja's Studio of Dance winter show.  Hannah and Bronwyn took Musical Theater by our very on talented Anna O'Laughlin.  Hannah also danced in a high energy ballet.  I have added a video for the grandparents.  In the spring show, the musical theater class will have microphones as it is "Singing & Dancing".  I can't wait to hear them loud and clear.

We ended the weekend with a marvelous sermon on waiting on the Lord and in His timing.  Thank you for the reminded that we Pray and Wait for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ Return!

Merry Christmas Everyone. Now, I need to take care of sicky husband.

Countless competitions, celebrations, and ceremonies

This term has been great. It was full of countless celebrations, competitions, and ceremonies.  I was shocked myself in looking at all the happenings that went on in 9 weeks.  We also had 5 days dedicated to standardize testing. 

Something that we did new this term was Louise Farm School from 9:30 to 2:30 one day a week.  It was such a hit for a multiple reasons.  First, it gives a change of scenery for the week.  Second, Max learned wilderness survival skills, while Bronwyn's class focused on wolves.  Third, they spend 3 out of the 5 hours outdoors regardless of the weather (rain, snow, etc).  So, Bronwyn learned to have fun in the cooler temperatures.   She spent even the early morning hours just exploring her world.  I believe the lesson of loving her environment is PRICELESS.  Fourth, Bronwyn wrote that she loved it.  She wrote, "I am not too old, or not too young, I am right where I belong."  I realized that being the youngest makes her think she is always behind.  

 Hannah raised money for Compassion International (disaster relief) and Max/Bronwyn raised money for Samaritan Purse (goats for families).  They raise $260 which is 100% for the charities.  (They kept the tips for themselves).  I love Lemonade Day!

Max & Bronwyn both won a free school trip up the Butte plus the Reindeer Farm in Palmer because of their PE get moving award.  They loved their time however Max came up with a priceless statement, "There is a fine line between Elementary Schools and Soap Operas".  (they did get to ride the big yellow bus, but was concern that they didn't have seat belts)

But, I know feel such a sigh of relief that this term and year is OVER.  

However, we have a full summer.  But, God is so good.  We will walk with Him wherever He leads.  The activities we have this summer include:  Vacation Bible School (Hannah is drama)- I am the mission teacher,
Mountain Bike Mondays called SPROCKIDS where James and I are coaches,
Max is doing little league for the first time,
Valley Performing Arts 2 weeks drama camp (three kids),
 Victory Bible Camp (1 week all kids) =THANKS TO THE GRANDPARENTS,
Sunday Adventures *James leads hikes up the mountains with worship,
Kayak trip 3 night,
Seldovia weekend James preaches,
Church campout,
and so much more.

If you didn't know MY PARENTS are here so, we have lots of extra love around!  

The dance...Painting the Roses Red

Some sports have a definite season, but with ballet it is a life.  However, the endless practices and rehearsals come to a halt at the performance.  Thankfully, that happened last Saturday night for our family.  Hannah was in Sonja's Studio of Dance performance called "Bloom."

I appreciate the variety of dances and different styles.  However, I do prefer the way Mrs. MacIntosh did her performances in Durban with a story.  Her husband was a theater director so, she was blessed with costumes, actors, and theatre know how to the hilt.

Surprisingly, Hannah's class did a dramatic dance to "Painting the Roses Red." I am having some trouble with my movie, so I will post that later.  She did beautifully.

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She was surprised by the flowers.

The parents taking pictures like mad after the show.

Her friends...