Nutcracker

 This will be Ashlynn's 2nd year participating in the Nutcracker Ballet. Last year when it was over I swore I wouldn't let her try out again and go through all the craziness. But the time came and she REALLY wanted to try out and do it again. So we caved! Ashlynn's teachers at her previous studio opened up their own place this year so we followed them over. We really like them and are happy with their classes and teaching style. Kylee, Ashlynn's cousin signed up in the same ballet class and also wanted to try out for the play. So these cute girls auditioned together and pretty much had their lives signed away until the show was over. It was exhausting and annoying at times! But when you look at these beautiful girls all dolled up how could we refuse??? They had such a great time together and did such a wonderful job with their parts. Ashlynn was a Little Party Girl and a Gingersnap. Kylee was a mouse, angel and gingersnap. These girls were busy busy!! We had so many family members come to watch the girls it was pretty amazing! What a blessing family is! 

 Aunt Tifani and Payton with the girls

 Alyssa and Grammy 

 Aunt Kirsten and Uncle Brian          Grandpa and Grandma Johnson and Great Grandma Glasgow

 We were so proud of these girls! We couldn't get over how into their parts they were. Ashlynn had more of an acting part with being a little party girl. She was so animated and in the ZONE. It was hilarious and so wonderful to see her so engaged and a part of something. She was a hoot!! They loved being gingersnaps together and dancing together!! When the show was over we all said never again. Its not an inexpensive thing to participate in. It seemed something was coming up that cost money every other week. Probably not that bad but it was a lot. On out way home Ashlynn said, "Can I try out again next year?? I really want to do it and I had so much fun!!" Dave and I gave each other a look and said we would think about it. How could we say no?? It was sure a fun show and we couldn't of been more proud of both the girls!! Great job Ashlynn and Kylee......we love you!!!