Thursday, June 28, 2012
Mutton Bustin'
Molly got her first taste of being in a Rodeo last night at the 2012 Airdrie Pro Rodeo. She got to compete in both the Mutton Bustin' and the Sheep Scramble. She loved every action packed second. I had no idea she'd be mounting the sheep in the same chutes the actual rodeo uses. So cool. We thought she might back out (one other little girl did) but put her helmet on and went for it. She says it made her feel weird getting onto another living thing but then she thought, that's the rules so I'll just do it! We can't wait for Jake to turn 5 so he can give it a try.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Done and done
Updating this blog nearly killed me. I hope to be better about keeping it up in the future so I can avoid another night like tonight...it wasn't all bad. It's always nice to reflect and share.
Kindergarten Graduation
Our Tumble Star
This year Molly wanted to do advanced Gymnastics so much. I didn't have a clue what that meant or how to get her in. Finally, she got a chance to try out for the Tumble Stars and she made it. But sadly the only spot available was for when she was in school. But she never gave up. She kept asking about it and getting me to email the coach. And when a spot opened up in the morning slot 10 weeks ago it was hers. She has come so far in the last 10 weeks. She is stronger, more confident and more determined than ever. On her final class she even climbed to the top of a very high (I say 20 ft, Noel says 30 ft) rope all on her own. From here she needs to try out for the next level of classes in the Tramp and Tumbling program called FAST. Again, there aren't many spots available. Fingers crossed that one goes to her.
The Good, the bad and the girl - Molly's first commercial
Location: Heritage Park
Agency: Karo Group
Client: ENMAX Energy
Director: Thi Vo
Talent: Molly Rose Corkey Flatters
June 20, 2012
Arrived at 6:30 pm. Wrapped at 11:10 pm.
Callaway Park
I took the kids to Callaway Park for the morning on Father's Day so that Noel could have the house to himself for cooking up some famous smoked ribs and chicken for a big family dinner. Jake didn't remember the park at all. He was a bit to scared to ride at first but loved most rides. He HATED the airplanes. He's still talking about how scared that ride made him.
Dance Recital 2012
This year Molly got to perform two numbers. "Mickey" for jazz and she was a water nymph for ballet. I volunteered backstage. Super stressful!!!! I didn't get to see either routine really. I'll have to wait and see the DVD I guess. Supposedly Molly elbowed a fellow dancer quite obviously when she forgot a cue - nice!
Year End Field Trip
A great day seeing the penguins, checking out the butterflies and learning about bears at the zoo. Molly is playing the role of the Black Bear - the smallest of the North American bears and also the best climber.
Vegas Baby!
Words cannot describe how amazing this weekend was. Thank you Elaine and Nancy for reminding me that I do indeed still know how to have fun. Can't wait until our next trip...hopefully with Mark and Viv as well.
