The Nutcracker

Brady and Brody's preschool class spend about two months practicing and getting ready for an epic performance of the Nutcracker.  They were candy hugs and their part consisted of a high speed dance that had pretty sophisticated choreography.  The kids danced their Nutcracker dance many many times at home practicing for the main event.  Brady took his role very seriously and would look for any opportunity to be able to do his dance out in public or at home or even once at a wedding we went to.  The week before the performance Brady got sick and we were unsure if he was going to be better before the big night.  Luckily he made a speedy recovery and the boys were able to attend the dress rehearsal and the big performance.  The first time they put their costumes on I could not help but laugh. I immediately knew that was a mistake because Brody clammed up and said in a disgruntled voice "I look like a giant potato".  I tried to back-peddle and explain that costumes are meant to be bright and eye catching so people in the audience can see you.  This seemed to placate him and they both went into the performance in high spirits.  It was a great show and I am so proud at the boys for putting so much work and effort into being great performers and participants.