Wednesday, May 25, 2011

BRAVO!

Last night, Abby had her final choral performance as an 8th grader.  She, first, performed with the Select Ensemble group, singing, "Africa" and "Beautiful".  They did an outstanding job, if I must say so myself!  Then, she performed with the entire 8th grade chorus and they sang many popular songs from the '60's, as well as from movies, such as "9 to 5".  Once again, they did not disappoint.

Here she is on the far right with part of her Select Ensemble group.


After her performances, we went to meet her in the cafeteria and presented her with two bouquets of flowers.  One was from my mother-in-law who drove over from South Carolina.

Here Abby is with "big sis".







So proud of my girl!  Abby is planning to continue to be involved in the school chorus next year in high school and has expressed a lot of interest in the show choir.  I'm looking so forward to watching her perform for years to come!

Here's an udpate on Chris' job situation.  We learned today that he didn't get the job, afterall, in Portland, OR.  They company decided to hire the internal candidate.  The news came as a relief, to be honest.  He returns today from his interviews in PA.  He's been through the ringer with 4 interviews yesterday and 2 more today...all with the same company! He said he felt very good about things, so, hopefully, we'll know something soon.  He has two more interviews coming up soon...God is being so faithful to us!


April
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21 comments:

Mamarazzi said...

what a little darling she is, both your girls are beautiful. i grew up participating in choirs and theater, memories!

prayers that the right job for your husband and your family comes soon!

mysteryhistorymom said...

She is darling and looks so thrilled that her sister is there!:) Good luck with the job- sounds promising!!:) Lori

Anonymous said...

I love how you nurture both of your girls in the path that God has laid out for them. Whether it's track or voice, you are behind them all the way. And THAT, my friend, is beautiful! Praying that you will see GOD's light on the path that he wants Chris and your family to take...

jules said...

I love listening to a choir sing. I can't believe she is done with the 8th grade!

Carrie B said...

I love listening to kids sing too!

Well, I'm sorry you won't be moving here...:) but happy for the relief that gives you too! :)

Debby@Just Breathe said...

Sounds like a great evening!

Tara said...

Would loved to have heard the musical performance. I bet everybody was wow'ed! Hoping for good news on the job front. After having that many interviews, he definitely deserves the job!

SusanD said...

Beautiful girls. Precious memories. Thanks for sharing. Blessings, SusanD

Cyndy Bush said...

Congrats to Abby!
And good luck with hubby's job situation .

Tim said...

Hey April,

Just had to stop by and say hi as I have thought about you allot lately.

So great to see the Abster doing well in Choir. I was in the Pop Choir in High School and in College and loved everybit of the stage. I can tell she does too!

Will keep Chris in our prayers for the job siuation.


Send All Our Love.

Love and Prayers,

Tim

Impulsive Addict said...

Beautiful pic of the girls!

God knows his timing and it's not always are timing is it? But he will provide. Keep your chin up and let us know how things are going!

Julia said...

What a fun song to sing! I love nine to five! And she looks so happy with those flowers. How fun!

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Sorta Southern Single Mom said...

I love how close your family seems! My children have both elected to join the school chorus next year. Cheaper than band or orchestra! Sending prayers for the job situation!

Joyce said...

Your girls are cute! My girls were in show choir and loved it. They both still love to sing and thankfully got their music genes from hubs side of the family : )

Glad things are hopeful on the job front!

Rebecca Jo said...

Oh - how fun will that be if she does Show Choir in high school?!?! I always love going to the youth kiddos performances!

Fingers crossed & prayers lifted for the continuing interviews. That he's still in the running is a good sign! :)

FrouFrouBritches said...

YAY Abby! I know you're so proud! Both of your girls are so beautiful!

YAY for Chris!! Let us know!

Anonymous said...

I have been reading your blog for so long now.. I feel like I am seeing your girls grow up. And to tell you the truth, it's starting to make me feel old!! hee hee

The flowers are lovely and such a sweet gesture.

Thanks for the update on Chris. Even tho I am sure it's a stressful and weary time, it's amazing to me that he has all these interviews lined up.

Paula said...

Yay, Abby! Way to go! Sounds like she has a wonderful talent for music, April!

Suzanne said...

I have said your girls are beautiful? Right? I'm always happy to hear about kids who are involved in music, a big love of mine!

Beth in NC said...

Yay for your sweet baby girl!

Wow, PA?

Wouldn't it be great if you could stay below the Mason Dixon line? hee hee

Anonymous said...

Congrats to Abby for finishing her 8th grade year! I was in band and we always had concerts with the choral groups. I always enjoyed them and probably still would.