Girl's Night at the Houston Ballet

A very kind neighbor has season tickets to the ballet.  He and his wife offered the Peter Pan ones to Lexi and me because they were not going to be able to use them.  I knew it would be an amazing experience and Lexi was thrilled.  She acted so mature the whole evening.  I was very impressed with her.  The ballet was amazing.  

Too late for this sleeping beauty

Little Mermaid Play

We had a special event today.  We went downtown to the Miller Outdoor Theater with our friends to watch a production of Disney’s Little Mermaid.  We made sure to get there an hour early so we could sit in the shaded seats.  There are lots of free plays and concerts held there.  This one was quite good.  I think this was the first time that Lexi and Jordan saw a full length play.  I was especially amused that Ursula was a drag queen.  She certainly added flair.  We also loved having a picnic lunch with our friends after the play before heading back to our side of town.  

Kindergarten Field Day

It was Field Day for the kindergartners.  Lexi picked out this outfit because it is both athletic and full of school spirit.  Parents were invited and I wanted to go, but her school doesn't allow younger siblings to attend.  I told Steve about it and he decided he wanted to go.  He called me after it was over and said they both had an amazing time.  Lexi even won an event  - the kicking your shoe the farthest contest.  Later, she told me that her class came in 3rd overall.  There are nine kindergarten classes, so that isn't bad.  

Lexi's Perspective on Today

This morning, I had the Today show on while we ate breakfast and cleaned the house. I took a few minutes to explain to Lexi that we are getting a new President today and that his name is Barack Obama. Here are some of her funny comments:

“Yeah, Rock Obamie!”

I pointed out the huge crowds and she said, “That is a lot of cheerleaders!” Then later, “Those aren’t cheerleaders, mommy. They have flags.”

She constantly asked me who different people were. When I pointed out George Bush, Sr. She said, “Just like George the monkey.” (a.k.a. Curious George)