She looked for us in the crowd. She has done it every time since she was a little girl. From church Christmas plays, to school recitals, to award ceremonies - she would look for us and wave. Our eyes met, she smiled, and bounded over to where we were. She was red-faced, breathless and giddy. The long practices, blisters and sore toes, all worth it for one glorious night under the stage lights. All of the dancers were beautiful, but our eyes were fixed on our girl - her captive audience. Scott handed her a bunch of roses, just as he has done after every ballet performance for the past 10 years.Friday, September 6, 2013
Five Minute Friday: Red
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I loved this so much, beautiful fmf!!!
ReplyDeleteAwe, how sweet! There's more satisfying than a good relationship with one's children :). Keep cheerleading and she'll keep looking for you! I'm glad I dropped in from FMF!
ReplyDeleteThis brought a smile. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove the thought of finding each other - no matter what, no matter where - no matter how big the crowd. Love knowing the bonds of family can be stronger than anything else going on. And love how you expressed this constant in your life through this post.
ReplyDeleteYou inspired me to write a love letter to my daughter who needs so much to know that I am in the crowd looking for HER!
ReplyDeleteAw, good! That white sleeve in the picture next to Celine is 'S' in a wooly lamb costume. So adorable!!
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