Monday, March 31, 2008

Shining Stars

I know, you're all anxiously awaiting a little dose of Sloan! Well, here she is. Let's talk dance. Sloan has been involved in a dance group called the "Shining Stars" for two years now. She's come a long way from that 4yr old who I'd question taking out in public because of the contstant bum shaking! :) She's now learned to fine tune all of that energy and dances with 30+ other girls - modern, jazz & hip-hop. Recently, they competed at the annual Leander Dance competition and placed well! Thankfully the director understands and motivates the self esteem and positive energy we want all our girls to ooze of. Even though the girls contest and perform, it appears that the Mother's in general are not psychotic, nor do they push their girls to that crazy edge of competitition! (even though it is a bit hurried prior to show time) As Sloan's Mom, I relish in the laid back, let's have fun attitude that the Shining Stars generates. I mean, come on...look at Sloan's smile. That says it all!

Feel free to check out the Shining Stars link: http://www.shiningstarsdance.com/Home.html

Friday, March 28, 2008

1st day of the blog


An Alaskan at heart, I currently reside, explore & breathe in Austin, Texas. About 4,000 miles from where I grew up, I'm now in Commercial Closing, have a gorgeous & kind hearted 9 year old daughter and continue to love life and explore all things. The South isn't really all that different from the North! (Well maybe a little) I still hike, mountain bike and camp although the frigid winters and skiing have been replaced with hot sun and lake adventures. Like many I've wanted to start a blog and now seems like the perfect time to share. My interests and modes of communication are varied, so I expect some surprises here. I may ramble, write about Meadow, Hannah, Kelli & our innocent discretions, share a poem or post some pictures of Sloan and our recent shananigans or travels. Truly ~ our lives are full and I can't wait to share!