The One With Kiff In Goal

Today, something a little bit different happened today. On the Lacrosse Day for our town - complete with parade, T-shirt vendors, and Wahlburgers on a grill (fun experience), Kiff played his second to last game and did something I never dream of.

He played goalie...for the whole game.

Truth be told, he was more of a goalie in training. He let in some goals - about eight in fact - but he played really well. He stopped several shots, blocked one with his body, and even went after some loose balls. He also checked a player out of the crease.

All and all a pretty good debut.

The One With The Recital

It came upon us again. That wild time of year. When dance converges on the city of Lawrence in our annual recital!

And once again, it did not disappoint. Bri and Kiff did a great job with their dances. And it truly marked a milestone in many ways.

First, they both smiled throughout their dances....something that they have been working hard to do.

Second, Kiff took a risk and added something to his own dance to give it character at the end of Girls Like You. This was not easy for him to do at first, but he realized it was a chance to try add be an actor as well as a dancer.

Finally, it was clear that Bri has become a more competent and older dancer. Her group was fabulous - particularly during the country dance they did. You can tell she had a blast. But along with that, you can tell she is moving her way up the ranks. Her group was in the first five to take stage to bow....which is almost always done based on age and experience.

What a fabulous way to end a memorable dance year. Here's looking forward to many more.

The One Where Bri Turns Twelve

Sometimes life reminds you of how far you've come. You know, those moments when you stop, have a chance to reflect, and see just what you've accomplished.

This past week, we had one of those moments. We got a chance to stop and see just how far we've come as a family.

This week, Bri turned 12. It was hard to believe. When we started out online journal, Bri was still so young. So, was Kiff. But, in the blink of an eye, she is a twelve year old, on the threshold of being a teen.

It all happened so fast. So quick. So amazingly quick.

And yet, she is still our Bri. And what an amazing time we had. We let her pick her day. And, she wanted to do none other then go out to breakfast and then go to the Museum of Science.

She truly is amazing.

Happy 12th Birthday Bri.

We love you.