Marlie's First REAL Recital

By far the highlight of our weekend was Marlie's first real recital.  She had a recital last Fall but it was small.  This was a big one at the gym at Kingwood High School.  Uncle Leon (or should I say Great Uncle Leon)  came down from Wisconsin and Grandpa came from SA. 

As you guessed I was pretty nervous.  Marlie nailed her routine at rehearsal but she has never performed in front of that many people!  As soon as we walked into the gym she said "my tummy hurts".  Bless her heart she was nervous.  But she did GREAT!  She sort of went into "deer in headlights" mode a few times but then picked back up quickly.  She was so adorable.  We could not have been more proud. 

Doug posted the video on YouTube so we could share with everyone.  It is so cute and so funny!! She is the last one to walk out.  A few cute things...notice how she puts her hand on her tummy before and during the show.  Those butterflies were really working!  Also notice how she smiles real big when she puts her hands on her box to arabesque. Then watch how she just nails the beginning and end like she's way older than 3.  Marlie you were gorgeous and adorable!  I can't wait until the next recital!!

We went home to take a nap after lunch at Marlie's choice - Pei Wei.  When we were laying down she said "Mom thanks for taking me to ballet every day".  I'd take her every day!!!