Battle of the Bands 2016

On Thursday night Isaac and his band "The Mad Annuals"  competed and won Battle of the Bands! They have been working all year for this night.  I am certain none of their competitors put anywhere near the amount of time these boys have into their music.  Over the last year, they have written dozens of originals delighting as they themselves see the musical progress they are making.  They are wicked talented, dedicated to their music, and are genuinely kind boys.  It was an incredible night.  My heart was bursting . .

Isaac on bass.  They played a cover of "Say it Aint So"  by Weezer and an original.  Unfortunately, this is the only pic from the performance that turned out.  

They were so supportive of everyone who received honors and recognition that night.  I couldn't be prouder.  Waiting in anticipation for the announcement of the winner . . .

Victory!!!!

Tuscan rushing the stage to hug them.

 Other friends rushing the stage to hug and congratulation them!

2016 CCHS winners of Battle of the Bands "The Mad Annuals" Isaac, Mitch, Gavin and Campbell

The Mad Annuals and friends

"The Mad Annuals"  Gavin (drums), Isaac (bass), Campbell (lead guitar and vocalist) and Mitch (rythym guitar).  It would be hard to find a sweeter group of kids.  Love these boys!

Isaac and friend for life . . Ethan.  

Pure Happiness

Aaron, Isaac, and Ruby . . they are so proud!

Poor Benjamin lasted through the performances but not the awards!

Thankful for Auntie Leah, and Joe coming to support!

Thank you for coming Grandpa Cox!

Summer: Week 2

Caleb:  EFY

He roomed with one of our favorite boys - Ethan

(The brace on his wrist is a removable cast.  He broke his thumb at football camp.)

Isaac: Still in Taiwan

Isaac with our beloved Brandon(arm around Isaac) and Bean (glasses).  These boys stayed with us for a month last January.  We LOVE them!

Isaac with his host family.  His host mother was a member of the church!

Aaron: Cub Scout Camp

Ruby:  Pinochio

Tracy Aviary:  

Bees Game:

Summer: Week 1

Caleb:  Football Camp

Isaac: Taiwan

Aaron, Ruby, Benjamin:  Swim lessons

Pinocchio

Recital day for Ruby!  This year her studio put on Pinocchio.  She was a fox and her partner, a cat (notice she was paired with a cute little red head).  They are part of the scene when the cat and fox convince Pinocchio to give them his money and skip school.  It was another great performance at Kingsbury Hall.   The whole cast was fantastic.  And Ruby was . . .our favorite star!

Cinderella

Ruby is dancing at a new studio this year.  For their recital the studio puts on a huge ballet production that is performed in a beautiful theater downtown.  This year they did Cinderella.  The performance was FABULOUS!!  Ruby's class were court jesters that danced while the king told the prince that he need to "find a mate"  (and yes, the charming prince is a red head)

Ruby's mouth gaped open as she walked into the theater for her dress rehearsal - which is when the pictures above were taken.  I don't think she had ever been in a theater that big or beautiful and she was simply thrilled by the whole experience.   She did a great job and we all thoroughly enjoyed the night.  (Although, 2 hours of ballet was a little long for Adam).

Keeping it Real

Occasionally for scripture study we will read highlights from a conference address rather than our scriptures. Usually we talk about something that has a message that will help us put the gospel into action.  Then we try to remind ourselves of what we talked about by putting it on our white board.  This particular message has been up for a while, but as you can see, got an addendum.  I am so glad everything is sinking in.