Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Returning to Cali

Late on July 11th, Abby and I returned from our Washington trip. We were very excited to see Matt (Daddy) again and the next morning we were thrown back into our regular routine. Abby had gymnastics and her first dance class! Matt purchased her ballet and tap shoes and she tried them on Abby before we left.
Let's go guys!
Abby dances all of the time--sometimes I can't get her to stay where I can see her in stories because she wants to be out in the middle of wherever she is, dancing. Many a crowd has watched her--especially at the grocery store. But this was different. She seems to get more nervous in a controlled situation like a dance class and she stood still for much of the class, watching the teachers and the other kids. She did not cry, but she did not dance unless the teachers helped her individually. By the end of the class she was more comfortable and I had to remind myself that gymnastics started out more that way and now she bounds through the gym door without even looking back. So I think this will just take a little time.
Here are some pictures of her first day.
Our garden also took off while I was gone. Check out the tomatoes and strawberries!
I love gardens!