This past December, Anna participated again in her ballet studio’s production of A Colorado Nutcracker; performed at the Pikes Peak Center.  Her role was a Chinese Cookie, and she danced fabulously.  I am continually amazed at her dedication and perseverance.  Rehearsals began in September and continued most every Saturday through performance week, which was just days before Christmas.  

The orchestra rehearsal was held at the Broadmoor Hotel in one of the big ballrooms.  We had fun taking pictures with their beautiful Christmas trees. 

Last year we learned all about stage makeup and how to apply it, and this year we learned all about false eyelashes!  Mom was stressed about it initially, but with the help of one of Anna’s dance instructors, we figured it out!  

This year the studio performed four shows in two days.  We all attended the first night, and Kenny and I went again the second night.  

Anna, we are so, so proud of you!  What an accomplishment!