Last Saturday we went to the Very Merry Christmas Tuba Concert in Sioux Falls. There were 131 tuba players from the area that ranged from 5th graders to one person in their 80's. It's open to anyone that wishes to come and plays an instrument in the "tuba family". Chase does not normally play the tuba so he had to learn a new instrument. He said it wasn't all that difficult. His band teacher even found an instrument and played along with about 12 Pipestone students. They practice all together about an hour and a half in the morning, have lunch and play at the Children's Home before coming to the historic Coliseum in downtown Sioux Falls. Chase said they had the music for a couple of weeks so could practice in their homeschool.
It lasted about 45-60 minutes and was all Christmas carols - they played only one verse of each carol. Even had a couple of sing-a-longs. It was a fun way to spend an afternoon.
Chase was front and center so we could easily see him which made it a lot more fun!! In case you can't find him, he's the one with the Christmas mustard sweatshirt. Next year he's going to wear a Santa hat.
His band teacher, Mr. Olson
There was a young man there who wanted to be right up front to hear the band. His caretaker would come and wheel him to the back of the room and pretty soon, he's be right up next to the stage again. I think he liked the music too.
Thursday afternoon we took our Miss Holly and four of her friends to the airport in Sioux Falls. Courtney and Holly had the middle seats and were quite comfortable. The back seat was a bit snug, I'm sure but that sure didn't keep the five of them from talking and laughing and having a good time all the way to the airport. I will miss having our girl so close - she is such a bright spot in our life. Love you, Miss Holly!!!! Have a great vacation in Washington and I'll see you in April.
Hope you're all enjoying this wonderful Christmas season. Love to all,
Gramma and MOM
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