Dancing Sisters

So this week was probably the craziest day of my life! (I say this knowing that next week will probably top it) Just to give you an idea I had Picture Week in all my Higher Ground morning ballet/tap, and baby classes.... yes that's right- all 3 classes together -17 to be exact. We had rehearsal on stage in Globe Tues and Thurs. Then Friday after not getting into my bed from the madness of Thurs til after 1am, it was get a house and then drive back to Globe day!!! (But I did get to drive the boss's Tahoe which is also a bonus!) Friday my Globe girls performed at the Relay for Life and did great... but it was SO SO SO HOT! You can check out the sunburn on my legs for proof. I spent the night in Globe then we had our 2 shows today which was followed by running to my car and hurrying back to the valley... or so I thought. There was some sorta acciedent which shut off power in like half the city and I couldn't get gas since the pumps are electronic. So I had to do some crazy fast (but safe Mom) driving to get the Chandler show. I pulled up at 5 til and just made the curtain call!

Yes..... I am as tired as you think! lol

So the brunt of all of this is that tonight my sister has their recital in Safford. And I had to miss it! I almost turned around after the first gas station... I thought "wow, this would be the perfect excuse to miss my show!" But then I thought of my little dancers and just coudn't do it.

So to my beautiful sisters I'd like to say.... Sorry for missing your show. I know that you did great. You are both such amazing dancers and I am so proud of you! This is Krysta's last show, which made it even harder for me to miss. I've been there... I know that feeling sis, when the curtain closes and you realize that this is the last time you will be on that stage. Its strange. I so wanted to be there to give you the biggest hug ever. But then again, you're not really a baby about that kinda stuff like I am, so I hope you got a chance to stare out at the empty seats and feel great about what's to come! I hope your little dancers did great. I'm sure they did with a teacher like you!!! I hope you had a chance to give them all a big hug and take in that special love that they have for you!
Shay- WOW! I hear such wonderful things about you. You are so talented and I just can't believe how grown up you are! I remember your first recital in company... you kept coming into the choir room to sit with me and Krysta. I used to think it was because you were nervous, but as you've gotten older I know that its just because that's where you belong! I know it sounds so corney but I can't imagine not having you around- especially when I think of dance! You are becoming a great dancer and teacher and I can't wait for the many shows ahead!

I know that it probably sounds really lame or fake to those of you who dont know my sisters, but who know me well, but they are the best!!!! I think they are probably the opposite of me in all the best ways and I'm always trying to be more like them! They are caring and sweet and quiet in a way that's not even possible for me. They can dance with the best of em, and they are truly special to me and to their studio family. I wish I could've been there tonight, but I know that you girls will still love me! Thanks for being who you are!!!!

Recital Time

To all those who have already had your recitals today, EXCELLENT!!!! I am so proud of you. My Globe girls put on 2 wonderful shows today and I couldn't be happier with the results. And my Chandler Jeanne's girls had their show this evening. They all did so well. To all those who were stage moms- THANK YOU!! The help you give to take care of my dancers really helps me to enjoy the show at a much lower stress level. ( I know, you're thinking stress, nah, not miss whitney! HA HA)

To my Higher Ground dancer- good luck this Friday! Its going to be great!!!! I can't wait. A big THANKS in advance to my stage moms- being the only baby teacher really makes me rely on you all and I know that I can count on your help! THANKS THANKS THANK!!!

Mesa Jeannes- I'm so sad that I have to miss your show! But I know you will do an amazing job! Remember to look at the audience, smile big and .... you know it.... WORK IT OUT!!! A special thanks to Carrie Claypool for holding down the fort and fillin my shoes while I'm gone.

And a super extra huge HUG and THANKS to Miss Victoria- She is my assitant teacher for all my Jeanne's classes. She filled in for me during the Chandler Dress Rehearsal so that I could be in Globe and will be being me for the Mesa recital. Thank you so much for all you do.... I really really reaaaaallllly couldn't do it without you. You have grown so much this year and I have really enjoyed watching you become a great teacher and dancer! You're the best! xoxox Whit