A new look!

Jesse was suppose to have her braces taken off on April 5th. However, last week the orthodontist office called to see if we wanted to bump the date a bit. It seems many people did not take spring break into account when making appointments so they canceled.

She has been enjoying the freedom: DOTS, gummies, caramel, etc.

We've been doing a bit of college research for Jesse over the weekend. Looks like she'll be applying to a couple of places south of us. South, as in Florida. {sigh} So far away...and not in-state. Oh well. We also did some investigating on what she needs for application. Her portfolio is a high priority over the next few years.

Chloe is already thinking she'll attend USC for business so she can run the dairy goat farm successfully. I have been looking for a local goat farm to see if she can do some volunteer work, but so far I haven't found the right fit. We are not giving up though.

Chloe's crochet work over the last year(ish)

Happy birthday, Dad

Theater

The last show of Winnie the Pooh was yesterday. We had several friends and family members come to cheer on the girls. I think in a way they are glad it is over, but there will be some aspects they will miss. Now, they are looking toward the future to auditions for Shrek the Musical later this Spring.

Even with rehearsals every night, Jesse has managed to keep up with her animation homework. She has been working really hard. She is taking a break today, and I haven't heard the mention of "bees" all day.

Opening night of Winnie the Pooh!

The Tigger cast of Winnie the Pooh had their opening night tonight. I think it went well; however, it is hard to see from stage left while keeping many children quiet.

We did have one "small" snag. There are two casts and both Kangas were out tonight. "Owl" from the Pooh cast came in and had an hour to learn Kanga's lines and blocking. She did a great job.

I received a text, in the middle of show, from a friend who was in the audience. She had to tell me Chloe was doing a great job. I thought Chloe was doing well too. But I'm "Mom". lol

 Owl and Owl's house

 

 Pooh (left) and Tummy (right)

 

 Catching up

 

 Really Jesse?

 

 Narrators

 

 Roo!

 

 Asst Stage Managers (3 out of 5)

 

A full month

I know I haven't posted for awhile.

Honestly, I have been battling my sinuses for supremacy. I'm losing. I started late December, or early January. I've been to the doctor twice. I had a double ear infection. The last time I was put on two weeks of antibiotics; four days after the last dose everything started turning green again. I am going to the ENT this week. I hope this time they will help me.

Valentine's weekend we took a trip to Pigeon Forge. We took my Mom too. I think she had a good trip. I know the girls did between the pool table, the hot tub and the snow.

 

The girls have been busy with the theater. Chloe is working hard with her singing. One of the girls helping with the music said Chloe sings well she just needs confidence. Jesse has been tasked with "bee keeping". Or said another way, keeping about fifteen 6-7 year olds amused, quiet, and where they are suppose to be when they are suppose to be there.

Jesse is also working hard on her second animation class. I think she is finding getting the work done a little daunting considering she spends almost every night at the theater. But she is managing her time well.

We have also had a couple of "Nerf War" dates with friends. I know they are enjoying the outside time and seeing friends they don't see at the theater.

Update on Winnie: she is growing and doing well. However, her hernia re-opened a bit. The vet said she doesn't want to go back in to correct because Winnie is growing and doing well. We are watching it daily to make sure things don't change.

We also have another kitten. She showed up a few weeks ago. We are going to make sure she gets fixed (SOON) and have named her, Ember.