Lainey and I went back to Dallas so she could compete at YAGP...an international ballet competition. She loved seeing her friends and performing on stage...she'd worked so hard to get to this competition, and I'm thankful that we were able to go back "home" to experience it. AND, we got to meet my new niece, Vivian. She's a doll baby! She's perfect in every single way!
On Thursday morning, we met Lainey and Walker's new cousin, Vivian! She's an absolute DOLL!
And so is this kid. :) We were so excited to see him! He and Lainey get along so well...that girl is a born babysitter. :)
tiny squishy baby ;)
Lainey was IN HEAVEN.
tiny cuteness of tiny feet
lunchtime :)
Lainey had a couple of private lessons at the studio on Thursday, the day after we arrived in Dallas. It was so wonderful to see friends! She cried! :)
Ahhh, friends!
And we surprised Lainey's friend Kaitlyn after we left the studio! They were both SO happy to see one another! :)
with Ms. Jenni prior to the contemporary competition
warming up on stage ;)
gorgeous girls :)
We squeezed in as much time with friends as we could!
Faith, Brooklyn, Ally, and Lainey
And of course we couldn't stay away from Vivian and Tom for too long. I'm so thankful that we got to spend so much time with them!
This is probably my favorite picture of her. :) So funny!
Meanwhile, back home, Walker was pitching like a boss! :) He earned the team award (the "chain") for playing so well.
the Dance Industry girls at the beginning of the award ceremony, on stage
Lainey received second place overall for her contemporary solo! So impressive!
with Ms. Jenni
with Amanda and Lulu
with Kali
with Izzy :)
And back home, we saw our alligator...whom I stalked. He really seems quite independent and willing to do his own thing! :) Haha!
