Maddie had the amazing privilege of getting to perform in her school play, “The Little Mermaid”.  She was Orista, one of Ariel’s sisters.  We are so fortunate to be a part of a school that has a huge value on performing arts. 

My girls have grown leaps and bounds when it comes to developing a sense of self-confidence, (as you may note from the photos).  I am truly, truly thankful for Mr. West, the girls’ music teacher, and for their school for allowing them to do these amazing productions.  And did I mention the whole thing was done on Heelys?  If you’re not familiar, Heelys are like a gym shoe with roller skates on the bottom.  Maddie had never worn Heelys before.  Ever.  She had to learn in 10 days.  Again, I am so thankful as a Mom to see her pushed and prodded outside of her comfort zone.  It has truly made her a stronger girl in many ways.

  I was a little worried when she started demanding things like a manicure and pedicure and asked me to re-fix her hair for the 100th time…such is the life of a Mermaid Diva.