The Sword In The Stone

Summer always starts off hectic at our house with the kids all being in the city play. It was Carson's first year, and Austin wasn't able to participate since he was at EFY during practices. Grandma Reeder helped the kids get to try-outs and sign-ups this year since mom and dad were off playing in Europe. Carson was determined that he "HATED" it and was not going to do it (along with every other extra curricular activity suggested to him.) Mom told him he had to try one practice and he absolutely loved it. Whew!

Each child has a practice time Monday through Friday and then practice/rehearsals the following Monday through Wednesday. Then it's showtime on Thursday and Friday! It's a lot of running/biking back and forth, but it's fun to be involved in such a worthwhile activity. We love the play and anticipate it each summer. Mom helped with props and stage managing this year, which was enjoyable, but I miss being able to watch the play.

The first performance night was bad weather and we had to move to the church, but the second night was at the ampitheater. It's amazing to see the hours spent in making it come together, and so great seeing the final product!

Carson was a perch (fish) this year. Each age group has a song and dance they learn for their little moment on stage. He was the youngest in his group but he knew all the words and actions by heart. We'd hear him singing his "Little Fish" song around the house all week.
Hayden was given the roll of Archimedes, Merlin's owl. He is so great at learning his lines and it's so fun to watch him on stage. His shy tendencies disappear and you can tell he loves doing it. I just wish he'd get brave and let them actually hear him sing one of these years.

The girls were both Butterflies. Their song was very difficult and very fast. Sadie worked so hard trying to get that song down. Both girls looked cute as can be during the dance. Sara also got a few lines, which she was excited about.

And that's the beginning of Summer 2011 for us!