Annie

Who knew Taylor would be such a talented actress? She had her school play last night (tonight is a second showing) – they performed the play 'Annie.' Tay is Molly (Annie's best friend at the orphanage). She had some lines and was up there each time the orphans were, which was quite a few of the songs (normally the kids are only up for one song).

J and I were able to fight our way into front row seats - and turned out to be on the best side of the stage possible. Taylor was right in front of us for almost all of the stuff she did, including the final song in which she was so close we could reach out and give her a high five.

She did such an amazing job – we are soooooooo proud. Between this play, and the Christmas play last year, I think it's time J and I stepped up and get Tay some more chances to act!

Here are some preliminary pics from last night. I'll get more up after I have a chance to sort through them...

Backstage with Tay

Costume and Make-up Time (J and I were able to be back stage and help)

Orphans sleeping on the floor in Act 1

Tay in Action

Tay sitting on the end of the stage for the last song (right in front of us!)

long time no talk

Who knew I could actually run out of things to say?

It's been so long since I've thrown up a post...and I've actually be dying to come up with something, but haven't been able to think of anything to talk about (I know, shocking).

On a side note, we moved our loud (and pretty large) speakers into the basement and the Wii is now hooked up to them. Let's just say Guitar Hero is on a whole other level now...and between you and me, when I'm home alone, I'm sure the neighbors can hear me rocking out...

I'm definitely looking forward to the summer, and being able to be outside again. I know Trinity is really enjoying being outside and being able to go with us when we go places. She expects to go with us no matter where we go now, it's kind of funny. We have even had her in the front yard with us a few times (big step) and so far she has been ok. We are still working on teaching her to stop before running into the street, but when we are sitting on the front step, she just hangs out with us and hasn't run off (yet).

Well, I guess this is what happens when I don't really have anything to say...I just ramble...which reminds me, I need to check Amy's blog...

lion king

Who knew my wife was still the coolest and bestest ever - even after all these years? Me, that's who.

In case there are some people out there that didn't know, I have the bestest wife ever - and one of the things I have always cherished about her was her ability to surprise me. In general, I loathe surprises (so don't get any ideas) – but she knows how to surprise me in a way that I can handle, and actually enjoy.

Last week was our anniversary and we had the opportunity to go away for the weekend. To kick off our weekend away, J planned a surprise for me on Thursday – she took me to see the Broadway performance of The Lion King. They are currently touring the US and had a 2 week stop in Toledo – and J somehow got us tickets – and not only 'tickets' they were 4th ROW TICKETS! It was great. The show was amazing and I had such a great time.

I've always been a huge fan of the Lion King (I know, I know) and really enjoy the soundtrack as much (or more) than the movie itself. Being able to experience the Broadway show was amazing. The sets, costumes, acting, and voices were simply incredible. The people they cast for each actor sounded like the characters in the movie – which was totally wild.

It was such a great night and a wonderful way to start out our anniversary weekend.

Who knew a picture could make you feel better about your day? I kind of liked this one.