My Fabulous 5

nikki, emmy, andy, esther and ben 

Andy's First T-ball Game

Andy playing first base. He actually fielded a ball hit to him tonight. If only he knew what to do with the ball when he got it...but that will come in time. 

HIghland Park Spring Concert

Tonight Esther had a cello solo at the beginning and end of "Stairway to Heaven". Even though I'm her mother, I think that I am being very objective when I say that she sounded sooo beautiful! It was some of the most beautiful music I have ever heard played. Unfortunately, the audience did what they so often do, and started applauding before the song had ended, so her solo at the end went unheard except for the last 3 notes when the conductor stuck the microphone practically in her cello so she could be heard over the applause. Afterwards, several people told me how wonderful she sounded. I am so PROUD of you Esther! 

esther in the "singing hawks" 

playing the baritone 

arriving at the concert 

Camping with Dad

 

"king of the hill"

fishing 

fishing 

Dad, Andy, Esther and Ben

Esther, Andy and Ben

Beverly Hills Jazz Fest

Ben

Esther

Ben 

Star for a Day

This was Esther's second time doing "Star for a Day". Although this picture doesn't capture it, she really enjoys being on the stage. 

my "twins" 

Ready for Church

Lauren and Andy 

At Louise's

Jared, Kathie and Lauren 

Pinecones

Emily and Nikki 

Pinecones

Jared, Esther, Nikki and Lauren looking for pinecones at Louise's. 

Dress-up

Emily (as Barbie in the Magic of Pegasus), Lauren (as a ballerina) and Andy (as Harry Potter). 

2006 Gala

Gala finale Esther is on the very far right standing behind the orchestra, next to a lady in a blue top.

2006 Gala

Gala orchestra 

daddy's toy 

Love the warm weather! 

2006 District Band

Esther at District Band 

Esther at District Band