Mele Kalikimaka in Kansas (2017)
Many changes have taken place at St. Paul Catholic school where the children attend. Lots of staff changes including the departure of our beloved music teacher, Julieanne Eckles, took place for the 2017-2018 school year. The kids adored her...and she is one of my dearest girlfriends...but the Holy Spirit lead her in a different direction after 5 amazing years at our tiny school. #blessed.
I explained to the kids that change happens. The constant in this life IS change. Mr. Herron, the new music teacher is doing a fantastic job filling some amazing shoes. While he doesn't have the flair (or pumps) that our Broadway performing/DC Opera star did...he brings his very own gift and musical talent to St. Paul.
So, without further ado, I present to you a very merry Mele Kalikimaka Christmas program in Kansas. *giggle*
The program started with the Beginner Band (Angel Band) performing followed by the Advanced Band (Archangels). *smile* Both Mary and Benjamin are first year Band Students. Mary is studying the clarinet and Benjamin is playing the trumpet. (future post to follow) Unfortunately, from where I was sitting, I could not get a good view of Benjamin during the Band performance.
After the Bands performed, each grade level Kindergarten through 3rd Grade sang a couple of songs. Luke was not as animated as his preschool and kindergarten years, but still did a great job on stage. First Grade was asked to dress in all white and sang traditional religious carols.
Fourth through Eighth Grades put on an actual Christmas program. It was really short and sweet.
And finally...a few snapshots of all three kiddos in "costume" at the apartment before we left for the program.
THIS one (top of the next two photos..her looking down...so many FB likes and comments about her metamorphosis taking place in front of our very eyes...so amazed at the beauty that she is becoming...1/2 little girl...1/2 young lady. Definitely all 13 years old!
The program started with the Beginner Band (Angel Band) performing followed by the Advanced Band (Archangels). *smile* Both Mary and Benjamin are first year Band Students. Mary is studying the clarinet and Benjamin is playing the trumpet. (future post to follow) Unfortunately, from where I was sitting, I could not get a good view of Benjamin during the Band performance.
After the Bands performed, each grade level Kindergarten through 3rd Grade sang a couple of songs. Luke was not as animated as his preschool and kindergarten years, but still did a great job on stage. First Grade was asked to dress in all white and sang traditional religious carols.
Fourth through Eighth Grades put on an actual Christmas program. It was really short and sweet.
And finally...a few snapshots of all three kiddos in "costume" at the apartment before we left for the program.
THIS one (top of the next two photos..her looking down...so many FB likes and comments about her metamorphosis taking place in front of our very eyes...so amazed at the beauty that she is becoming...1/2 little girl...1/2 young lady. Definitely all 13 years old!
The best way to spread Christmas cheer,
is singing LOUD for all to hear!
~Buddy the Elf~
How creative and fun! I loved the idea of bringing a little bit of Hawaii to KS!! And the names of the bands - love them!
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