Recital, Mothers Day and Sickness Round 2!

Alex's first dance recital was a success! Her brief 3-4 minute piece went off without much of a hitch (all 5 girls actively participated and no one cried!). They were the first performance and then we got to hang around for a bit watching the older girls perform (we also got to watch their rehearsals and Alex really enjoyed watching the real ballet dancers!). Since they were the first performance, the red curtain opened up to them standing on the stage (see below), then all the lights came on. (Alex thought that was cool). She looked all around then leaned over to get her friend Layla's attention to point out the blue lights behind her. They got to dance with their babies, which was cute. Like I said, it was short but sweet!! Marlon and Kellan even arrived just in time for her performance, then left right when it ended. Marlon may not admit it but I think he enjoyed watching her up there on stage! I took video of the dance but don't know how to upload--maybe I'll try to figure it out later....but for now pictures will have to do!

Mia (new friend from class), Alex, and Layla (good school friend who is also in dance class)

Alex and Layla getting ready to put their babies down to sleep

Happy girl (pre-recital)--a little out of order

I had a nice relaxing mother's day complete with flowers from the kids and Marlon, a good afternoon nap, and a dinner hosted by the neighbors for some of the neighborhood moms (and families)--great food and fun! Unfortunately Kellan woke up yesterday with yet another fever and a yucky cough. He was pretty out of it most of the day (he took over a 4 hour nap), but did enjoy himself at our neighbors' house for the evening. His fever continued this morning so back to the doctor we went this afternoon! We're back on another round of medicine--an antibiotic, a steroid, and the breathing treatments again. Still no official diagnosis (although his ear infection still has not cleared up), but this time the doctor said it could be the beginning of croupe. At this point, I don't really care what it is--just give me some medicine that will help make my boy healthy for good!! After getting a strong dose of ibuprofin at the doctor's office a few hours ago he is feeling much better (for the moment at least!). We go back again in 2 days to see how he's doing. Hopefully we can clear this all up before we head to Philly next week!!