More Church Music

Here's Amelia and Kate's latest church performances.

On Feb 15, Amelia's Kinder Choir sang Give Praise to the Lord Our God



On March 1st, Kate's Bell Choir played a medley of How Firm a Foundation and Simple Gifts (this performance went much better than the 9am service).

Amelia's First Full Gymnastics Meet

Amelia was invited to join the Superstars team at Gymnastics this year.  This weekend was her first House meet where she got to compete on each of the apperatus (her previous meets have just been floor).  She did well but was against stiff competition and came 7th.

Bars

Vault

Floor

Beam

We were so proud of Amelia for this one.  Two weeks ago, she didn't have the confidence to walk on the beam without holding on. . . with lots of practice on the edge of our bed and the dining room table, she made it!

4 Achievement Ribbons & 1 Medal

Choir - Two Weeks in a Row!

It's been a busy time at church lately.  Our Senior Minister, David, Retired this week so there have been all sorts of celebrations going on.  Last week Amelia's Kinder Choir sang and this week she sang with all the K-3 kids AND the adult Chancel choir which she was very excited about.  Since church was so busy we had a harder time getting seats so we're a bit further away for these ones.  Amelia is "squared" in the first 30 seconds of each video.

"I'm Gonna Sing"


A funny from when she sang "I'm Gonna Sing".  After they put their robes on they do a little warm up and practice session before heading down to the Sanctuary.  Miss Francine was revving them up with a chant "K" "I" "N" "D" "E" "R"     "C" "H" "O" "I" "R"  "what does that spell?"  Amelia yelled "CHOCOLATE!".  She may be mine.

"God of Grace and Glory"

Amelia Sings in the Choir

Amelia has wanted to don a red robe at church and sing in the choir since she was two.  Today she got her wish with her first choir performance.  She did a great job and had a lot of fun.  She has a couple of more choir dates before Christmas too.

Lake Okoboji

We spent Labor Day weekend at Lake Okojoji with friends.  We all had a great time especially out on the boat.  The girls had a lot of new experiences and were good sports the entire time.  What a great way to cap off the summer.    

Zoe Birthday

Zoe had a good start to her birthday, but by late morning she developed a fever.  So she had a tough few days not feeling well.  After a few days she perked up and enjoyed her birthday gifts.

Minnesota Trip

Last weekend we had our annual trip to Minnesota for a Twins game and BBQ at Mark's house.  The weather was perfect.  The Twins even won, although they cut it a little close in the bottom of the 9th.  

Zoe got along with Rachel's dog, Winston

Amelia made a "flag" for the Twins saying "Go Twins" and it may have been just what we needed to win the game.  

A trip to Minnesota wouldn't be complete without a trip to the Mall of America for some rides.  Zoe got in on the action this year.