Wow, it's been a long time! Sorry about that folks! I suppose rather than attempt to update you on the last several weeks, I'll just start over-with the most recent. 
Olivia had her dance recital with the Albany Dance Academy this last week. She played a doctor in a loosely translated edition of Snow White. It was a great success, she did a great job and she has informed me that dance is her life and she has finally found her thing! (all her words) Well, as you can imagine, this gives me much relief! No more failed attempts at signing her up for activities only to listen to her complain and gripe about how hard it is. I was searching for the one thing that she would/could do that she would enjoy and get exercise doing. We found it and it's been an absolute pleasure watching her practice at home and show a genuine interest in all things Dance!
The hardest part of the week, however, was that her 25-year-old dance teacher and cast member in the performance, was killed in an automobile accident 2 days prior to the first night's performance! The accident happened on Monday and 24 hours later she died. This girl, Sarah, was her main teacher every week. Though the entire week has been very emotional for all the dancers, they were able to put on their happy faces and "dance for Sarah". The really great part was that Sarah was a Christian living her life fully for Christ! Her dad is a local pastor and she regularly did inner-city missions trips as well as a couple abroad. Not only were we able to confidentially tell all the girls that Sarah was in heaven, but there was an awesome presentation and alter call of sorts before each performance in honor of Sarah.
In all, a very roller-coaster week for us all, but one that has enabled us to teach and guide our children through the realities of life.
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