I know this is not about me BUT....................
My two most favorite things in the world besides spiritual things are ballet and basketball--with archery coming in a close third now that I have a champion archer in the family. (another big smile)
I dreamed of being a ballerina when I was a little girl but we lived in a tiny town with two stores and about 10 houses, a church, and a school when I was the age to start taking dance.
Story too complicated to explain about why I didn't play basketball.........
Anyway, to visit my out-of-state granddaughters and go to dance class with them is a thrill beyond measure.
Ashton is the oldest and at ten years is a very accomplished ballerina for her age. At least I think so......smile. She is very serious about it, practices hard, does sit-ups and other exercises at home without being reminded--just to make herself stronger for her art.
Ashton running across the dance floor (with Missy Prissy in the background)
to gain the speed she needs...........
to leap into the air--sorry I do not know the names of all of these things--Missy Prissy reminded me that they are French, you know--
Missy Prissy gets into the act--run, jump,
LEAP!!!!!!!!!!
JUMP to the side!
RUN some more, gain speed............
and do one of those Frenchie leaps........
Stretch it out for EEEEEFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFEEEEEEEECCCCCCCCCCTTTTTTTTT!
and hope Mimi is looking and snapping!!
Oh, how I wish this picture was crisp and I was at a different angle. I had no idea she could do a leap like this where her left leg is straight out behind her.
This is one of the moves she has worked so hard on at home--over and over and over!
And these last two pictures of her are my favorites because I think they display the incredible dedication and hard work she has invested to become the best ballerina possible at her age.
It is her desire to use her dancing abilities for the glory of God in the future. If you have never seen or heard of Ballet Magnificat, it is a world-class ballet company dancing for the glory of God. Remember Little Ricky on I Love Lucy--he and his wife are the founders of this group. You can read more about them here.http://www.balletmagnificat.com/ And see this post when they came to my church to perform The Hiding Place.
2010-the Year of Longings
Oh, God, thank you for caring about my heart's desires and longings. You have made some of my life's dreams come true through my children and grandchildren. And you know, Lord, I would love them and you no matter what but thank you so much for this, one of your many, many blessings to me. My heart is overwhelmed at your generosity towards me and my loved ones. How I thank you and give you praise. And I pray that Ashton and Noelle always use their talents and gifts for Your glory only.
This YouTube video will give you a glimpse of the beauty we saw from Ballet Magnificat. Be sure to pause the music at the very bottom of this page to get the full effect of this video. It is worth it, I promise.
This YouTube video will give you a glimpse of the beauty we saw from Ballet Magnificat. Be sure to pause the music at the very bottom of this page to get the full effect of this video. It is worth it, I promise.
what a precious, lovely ballerina, i should say
ReplyDeletetwo ballerinas! i love the ballet you mentioned
and pray your granddaughter will have the
opportunity to dance with them or their
equivalent!
blessings,
lea
Oh my! Firstly, your granddaughter dancing with such stretches and perfect stances, her beautiful legs ... and then to desire to dance for the glory of Almighty God! Powerful testimony of His creation of her and of her heart to serve. Got chills!
ReplyDeleteThen I watched the video and listening to the song and watching the graceful moves, feeling the intensity of the moments and the horrific times, knowing that God uses it all for His glory.
I can only say Amen!
loving you, ~ linda
Beautiful girls! I so hope that my little girl will some day want to take up ballet. She's two and likes to spin! Thank you for the comment you left on my post. It really comforted me.
ReplyDeleteCarrie
BEAUTIFUL granddaughters! Lovely! And to dance for His glory...wonderful!
ReplyDeleteMuch love to you my friend!
One day you too will be able to dance for Him...and forever, and ever!
Oh wow - how amazing and what awesome talent - and to know she wants to use it for the glory of God!!
ReplyDeleteI saw a ballet once with Mikhail Baryshnikov. All I can say is WOW...such strength, such grace and poise...great pictures of your granddaughters. Hope you had a great time with them.
ReplyDeleteLoved seeing your pride and joy! They both are precious. The young I can tell loves life! I've got one like that. The video was really great! Such a wonderful message - longing to dance with you for HIM!
ReplyDeleteKaren
Both your darlings are precious. The little
ReplyDeleteone was not about to be outdone. Ashton
will indeed dance to the glory of our God!
I believe it. Going to go watch those
videos now.
Love you,
Sandy
Dianne, the pictures of your granddaughters are wonderful! I have to agree with you when it comes to the strength and commitment of Ashton to such a difficult (but graceful)art. It is hard to believe she is only ten! I so loved this entire post because it not only showed the gracefulness of your granddaughters, but because it was presented with so much love. You are special!
ReplyDeleteLord willing, today is the last day of canning season this year! I'm doing butternut squash to have to make yummy soups and breads this winter. Come to WV and I'll make some to serve you along with the pickled beets!
Dianne,
ReplyDeleteAshton is very graceful for her age! The pictures were great. I get to see a lot of "Frenchie Leaps", too, when I go to my niece's recitals :) I am glad Ashton wants to use her gifts for God's glory!