Winter Recital

Last weekend we were all so excited about Marlie's Winter Recital!  It's held at the dance studio and pretty low key which is great so the girls can get some practice before the big recital in the spring.

I realized after the recital that I think Marlie was much more nervous this time.  She didn't have that silly smile like she did last time but it peeked out a few times. 

Here's Marlie and Lauren taking pictures with the paparazzi!

We then moved into the prep room and here are Marlie and Emilie...two nervous girls.  But aren't they so cute??

The girls walked into the recital room and I saw a quick smile from Marlie.   

Time for the show!!  Marlie did great.  She really looked like a little princess out there! 

The girls were so very cute!  But the best moment of the day was when Matt ran out to give Marlie a big hug when the performance was over, along with a rose.  Marlie loved it, although as you can see she still looks nervous in this picture.

After a few pics Marlie fell apart.  She said her costume was itchy, tights were itchy and she just cried.  We managed a few forced smile pictures with Mrs. Patty and Lauren...

 Marlie and Nene...

And the three girls! 

Marlie you practiced so hard and we are so proud of you.  Mom is going to have to figure something out so we can wear this costume for a few hours for the spring recital!!  Yikes!!