animal entertainment

This morning we're kitty-sitting for Forte, a friend's 3 month old kitten. He and Henry didn't quite know what to think of each other:P Tonight Paul will debut the CD to the adult choir, during a pizza party held after choir practice. I really hope they sell well, so the fundraiser gets off to a good start. Busy day for all today...school, work, dance, winter play callbacks, and a long hike in store, with everyone calling it a day around 10 tonight. Sounds like a good day to catch a nap:)

Choral concert a success!

The concert last night was very well done by all the choral groups. Afterward Elle went to Culver's with friends. Today is busy even though it's supposed to be Paul's day off...that is, after his classes at Marian and a morning mass. He's off from about noon until this evening when Springs has their concert, then the big band plays at the Windhover. For interested locals, they begin at 7:30. Today we continue cleaning closets for a Goodwill run. It's nice to make room for new things! Off to start the day...a mix of school, work and a little exercise:)

Elle with her hairdresser and cast friend:)

Vicente worked magic in the show, for Elle and many others. He is very talented, and we appreciate his many hours as a volunteer. Also featured is Shavana, my friend Debby's equally talented niece! She's not only a wonderful singer, but a gifted athlete as well. We're lucky to have her in the cast.

A little early holiday cheer!

Thought I would share this link...Cardinal 'Ringerz' at State competition this year. Elle is in the center. Sorry the 'insert' didn't work...will have to copy/paste.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6fWQQERDvA

And another link to Elle's jazz band.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5d0r4osxEc

Busy Saturday but quiet Sunday for me and Elle...

After choir and mass, Paul is heading to New Holstein for his last 'Cinderella' performance, followed by an afternoon mass at Marian and a prayer service this evening. Eva is busy doing the music at the Jesuit retreat in Oshkosh, but Elle and I have an easy day. She just has Cardinal Singer rehearsal this evening, so we'll hike our usual 5 miles and then relax a bit. I found some nice piano duet Christmas arrangements, so I'm planning to sit down and practice for at least an hour. Just getting ready for church now, while enjoying a homemade pumpkin latte:) Photos for today were taken at the cast party~~~fun!

HOLY COW!

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin's best offensive performance in 95 years came without its biggest offensive threat. The Badgers showed just how deep and talented they are even without running back John Clay (FSY), the reigning Big Ten offensive player of the year. Montee Ball ran for three touchdowns in his first career start, James White ran for two more and Scott Tolzien (FSY) threw for three as No. 5 Wisconsin routed Indiana 83-20 on Saturday.

Full cast, partial cast and group photos:)