Awards Night.

Thursday evening, we attended Awards Night at Gracie's dance studio. They literally laid out the red carpet, inviting each little girl to take a short walk and accept their award in front of a small group of parents, relatives, fellow dancers, and instructors.

Gracie's was the first name called. I loved seeing her shy smile as she made her way back to us with her trophy. I think she's proud of herself, as she should be, and that makes me happy. We are, of course, very proud of her and have had so much fun watching her during this exciting time.




Gracie with her trophy and her dance teacher, Miss Chelsea.


Ryan and Bekah got to watch her accept her award, too.
 (Ryan looks ridiculously grown up in this picture. I guess at some point I have to accept that that's because he is...)


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  1. Confessions From A Work-At-Home MomJune 25, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Awww, so sweet!!! Are you guys doing summer dance?

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  2. Platinum RoseJune 25, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    Cute! I bet that made Gracie's week! She's growing up way too fast. Can you make it stop somehow please? How wonderful Ryan and Bekah got to be there to help celebrate as well.

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