Moments with the McNamaras: Big Stage for Maggie--2013 Helmer Dance Recital

Thursday, June 20, 2013

Big Stage for Maggie--2013 Helmer Dance Recital

Maggie had her first dance recital on June 8^th. She took classes at Helmer Dance Studio in Hudson all year—literally all year. It started in August and went through May. Maggie loved every minute of it, but mommies were burnt out and ready for it to be done, or at least Mommy Tina was for sure. I guess I am not ready to be a fulltime dance mom yet. I am used to sports where basically every season is 3-4 months and then on to something new. Anyhow, Maggie loved her teacher Mrs. Laura. She would be so excited every Wednesday when we picked her up from school early to take her—she would sprint to the bathroom to put on her leotard. After class, Maggie got to go to lunch with one of us, and just have a one-on-one lunch date—I think she really enjoyed this part also. Maggie’s lunch time picks were either “Meatballs” or “Donald’s” (aka Subway or McDonald’s).

Maggie did great at the recital—danced the whole time. She loves the “big stage” as she calls it—no stage fright whatsoever. In fact, she is already asking when she gets to go on the “big stage” again. Also more than 3 weeks removed from the recital and we still must play her “dance songs” in the car, at home, etc. At her age, 2-3 year olds, they are only in ballet. Next year, she can be in both tap and ballet. She is already dreaming of being in more classes. At dress rehearsal, she was fascinated by all the older kids and the “loud shoes” (tap shoes). The second she saw/heard them, she turned to me and said, “Mommy I want to be in the loud shoes next”.

We had a great turn out of family and friends to watch the recital in River Falls. Grace and Lucy also take classes at Helmer, but their recital was Friday night so most of the family was lucky enough to attend back-to-back recitals. :) Thanks to everyone who came and supported our little dancer!