Several years ago I read Michelle Obama’s book “Becoming” and by read, I mean listened via Audible.  I was so into the book that I was listening to it in the basement as I worked out.  Walking up the stairs after my workout, with my arms carrying a full load, my phone dropped and found the small opening that led to underneath the stairs.  For several hours, until Justin got home, and was able to find a way to slide my phone out, Michelle Obama’s story in her own voice was coming from underneath my basement stairs. 

Just like Michelle’s story, Avery, Emerson, and Harper are creating their own wonderful stories and it fills my heart witnessing them becoming themselves. 

Avery – This past weekend was Avery’s first dance competition as part of Cuppett’s Dance Company. She performed a lyrical and jazz routine with her team and they danced both well, winning the Too Cute award for their Crazy Little Thing Called Love jazz routine.  When they placed second for Blackbird overall, Avery accepted the award on behalf of her dance team. The best part of the competition was Avery’s excitement and commitment to her team.  She has several recitals coming up and I can’t wait to see her perform.

Emerson – Emerson started CrossFit in January and while reluctant at first, she loves it now.  Not only is it building strength, but also its building confidence, which is making its way to the softball field.  She has been taking hitting lessons from Danielle and she has found someone that she has connected with;  she is showing drive to want to practice and improve. It’s just now the start of the season and I can’t wait to watch her on the field. 

Harper – In January, Harper began joining winter open practices with Vienna Travel Soccer, with the intent of getting noticed so that the coaches knew who she was when she tried out in the Spring for the Fall travel season.  Well, she was noticed and she got an offer to join the team right away, which meant she joined the team while still finishing out her basketball season (they finished in first place by the way and Harper really improved throughout the season).  She has been practicing hard and we can already see how much she is developing as a player.  I can’t wait to watch her on the field this season.