1.29.12

Future Rockstar

I was able to finish and turn in my "Future Rockstar" basket that was featured in a couple of my previous posts this evening.  It always feels good to finish a large project.  This one is headed to the Shiel Mardi Gras celebration as a silent auction basket.  It is a wonderful fundraiser for our church that Dane and I have truly enjoyed being a part of when we have been able to attend.

In other news Dane had an audition today.  This probably would seem normal to most musicians, and two years ago would have been completely normal to us, too.  However, I view this one as a special blessing to our family because it was the first time he sang an aria in public since his surgery a year ago.  What made it even more special was that he said it went really well.  The past year was full of uncertainty, however, I believe that it has also made Dane and I more focused on and thankful for the blessings that we have been given each and every day.  

1.27.12

Road Trip: Madison

Yesterday, Dane and I headed up to Madison, WI to see Galileo Galilei by Phillip Glass. The Overture Center for the Arts is truly a beautiful building housing the Museum of Contemporary Art, Opera, Symphony Orchestra, Ballet, and more.  The best part was we were able to watch our friends perform! 

When Dane was in grad school we met so many wonderful people that have become wonderful friends.  Unfortunately, many of them now live far away. Now any time we have the opportunity to see them, we take full advantage of it.  While I may not be musically talented like many of our friends, I am forever grateful that Dane is and introduced me to them.  They have brought so much joy, laughter, and excitement to my life.