Peyton's First Dance Recital - June 16, 2012

Peyton has been practicing for weeks for her dance recital - excited about her dance steps and especially happy about the Daddy/Daughter Dance.  Tuesday's lesson was less than encouraging - she refused to dance!  Now what!  Well, her Mommy and Daddy worked with her, Grammy prayed and we all hoped that come recital day, she would dance - and dance she did!
Chad and Peyton went to the dress rehearsal on Friday evening, and she did great at it.  Amanda spent quite a bit of time getting Peyton's hair and make "just right" - and then Chad dropped her off for the big day.  There were 24 other numbers before Peyton's class danced - it was a long time for her to wait, but when she came out on stage, she owned it!  She did such a great job - did her steps - with no tears!  They were all so cute - Peyton the cutest of course!  Then for the Daddy/Daughter dance, they wore their matching t-shirts and danced like professionals.  Afterward, she gave her Daddy a high five and was all smiles.  At the end, Chad put her up on his shoulder for the finale - and she raised her arms in joy with her fingers extended.  She had accomplished the goal!  We were all so proud of her - Grammy cried.   Answered prayers.

Peyton was quite proud of her medal - around her neck - which she received for dancing.  She liked her flowers and seemed happy all four grandparents and her parents - and Garrison - were there to watch her.  We were all so proud of her!

After the recital, all 8 of us traveled to Olive Garden for a meal to celebrate Father's Day - thanks to Amanda and Chad!  We had a great time visiting.  What a great day!

Scare afterwards when Garrison had to go to Urgent Care with a fever and swollen private parts.  They assured Amanda he was okay - answered prayers.