This afternoon we attended Hawk's Nest Studio's Christmas Recital, mostly of course to see Madeleine perform! It was held in a church in Warman. About two hours of different variations of about 5 Christmas carols. A little bit of repetition, but students played piano, guitar, and also sang so there was enough variety.
At about the 1 hour 40 minute mark I started to get restless. And I'll admit it - bored. Then Jason, always knowing just what to say to me, leaned over and whispered "we are so lucky to be able to be at one of these today".
Wow. So true. We ARE so lucky. Lucky Maddie was even born (since it felt like she took her sweet time about it). Lucky she has hands that do what her brain tells them. Lucky she enjoys music. And I'm going to say it: Lucky she wasn't at an elementary school in CT yesterday. Maddie is such a gift and every day we are so grateful for her.
Here is a little clip (hopefully). She is playing "Jolly Old St. Nicholas"
Oh - and (Mom, Karen, and Pam, you'll appreciate this) - Santa came at the end. Did you know Santa can play guitar and sing? Anyway, he came in, sang a couple of songs - one being "Christmas in Killarney!" Did you sing, Jenn? Hells yes.
We are so blessed and love Maddie dearly.it is just so amazing to see the different stages and the achievements she has made already...at the ripe old age of 5 and 3/4!!
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Grandpa and Grandma B