Music

Why someone would want to live without music I'm not sure - but I know I wouldn't. What a talent to have & share with others.

We love music in our house. I'm grateful the kids enjoy it as well. It's amazing the way it magnifies your emotions and how it can stir up memories. Everytime I hear one particular song it reminds me of someone from high school. Sometimes it takes me back to my childhood. I hope I'm helping my kids make these kinds of memories.

May you take some time today and just be one with some music of your choice!

Piano recital

Music has been Robert's thing since he was a tiny baby. We've taken Kindermusik classes. We've always tried to encourage his music. Thursday was a formal recital for him.

(Look out - I sort of learned how to use Youtube.com!) It's a short video and we're pretty happy with his performance. If you would have heard the practice leading up to it, you'd be shocked!!! I guess that's why they call it practice.

Another First - Piano Recital

When I took my job at Wildcat Well Logging I knew that it would give my kids some opportunities that they had not or would not have otherwise. One of those would be music. When all the pieces started falling into place at the job, I began a search for an affordable piano. Once we found the piano and I was able to get him into the studio that I wanted; RTC started lessons in September.

In Norman quite a few of the music studios have a recital at Sooner Mall. It's a 3 day event where tons of kids show off their hard work. Everything from piano to string instruments. It's quite a nice event. Lots of really good talent is showcased. Gillam Music even let them borrow a super grand piano!

Since he was a 1st year student he wasn't required to participate in the recital but he said he was up for it! He didn't begin to be nervous until we got there and his name started getting to the top of the performance list. We were so pleased with his performance. He had good posture and an even pace - which is not his norm at home when practicing!

I have a 41 second video that wouldn't up load so a still shot is all I have in which to bore you!

Music

As this month of thankfulness comes to an end I can't believe I've waited so long to express my appreciation for music.

I love music. Most music - not a huge fan of Country and Western or Rap - but I feel like all music is something to be appreciated.

Music allows you to feel deeply, move freely, and allows you to think and reflect.

I'm grateful to those who have talents related to music. I'm hopeful as I hear our little boy playing "Ode to Joy" on the piano that he'll develop that talent and want to share it with others. My hope for our daughter is that she continues to want to dance and sing.

I'm sure this was an ad or something, but music is the gift you give yourself!