Remember when she found out she didn't get a speaking part and was bummed? But then I told her that she should rock her part in the choir?
Well.
She listened. (That's Natalie in all pink.)
Her school play was last week, and true, she didn't have speaking lines. But she had to memorize songs and the movements. And she did.
The play, by the way, was At The Bandstand, and it's set in the 50s.
This is why most of the kids are in poodle skirts. Here is Natalie's costume:
All the kids did a spectacular job.
I gave Natalie a coupon for a free taco for a job well done because once again, I forgot to bring flowers. It just never occurs to me.
However, it worked out, because Natalie loves tacos. She took the coupon and showed her friends. "Look, my Mom gave me a coupon for a free taco!" Some parents raised their eyebrows at me, and I waved. Not everyone has to bring flowers, Janet.
But don't worry. Natalie did get her flower because my Mom, Uncle Bob, and Aunt Vicki came to see the play the next night.
I think the play was a wonderful lesson for kids: you might not always get the part you want. But you should always do your best in what you do get and be happy for the people who might have gotten the part you wanted. Natalie did that. After the play, she went up to her friends with lines and told them they did a great job.
"You see? You did it."
Basically?
Always rock it. No matter what. If you fail, keep going.
Because you never know what's around the corner.
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This is awesome!!!!! I love her outfit!
ReplyDeletePoodle skirt! Such a classic.
ReplyDeletePink! I love pink! This post makes parenting look fabulous.
ReplyDeleteShe looked beautiful, and of course she would rock it.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't have thought to bring flowers either. That is such an old fashioned tradition...besides, tacos are way better!
ReplyDeleteYour daughter was rocking it in her outfit and looked like she was having fun. Honestly I think she had the best outfit and the name on the back of her jacket, nice touch.
ReplyDeleteAwe you must be so proud! I can't wait for my son to start school and join these fun things!
ReplyDeleteI always forget to bring flowers, but we go out for ice cream after the show. I'm glad she did a great job.
ReplyDeleteThat's a great message for her to get out of this experience, along with the fun she had Her costume looks great.
ReplyDeleteThat is definitely how anyone should perform. By giving it their best no matter what. Natalie is growing up to be such an amazing young woman! I think she looks great in her costume.
ReplyDeleteI love her outfit! And I saw your instagram updates about the show, it looks like she had an amazing time
ReplyDeleteI would prefer some tacos too if I were Natalie. You can't eat flowers! :p
ReplyDeleteAww how sweet! The play looks like it was so much fun! I always loved watching the school play.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome sounding play and go Natalie for rocking her part in the choir as well!
ReplyDeleteShe rocks in every sense!
ReplyDeleteNatalie did such a wonderful job I really enjoyed watching her perform. How cute is her name on the back of her jacket?! love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome job!!! I absolutely love the theme!
ReplyDeleteShe is so sassy in that photo of her in her costume. Good that she rocked her part even though she did not have a speaking line. Because it can have her noticed for the next time!
ReplyDeleteGreat message to give her! love it!
ReplyDeleteLove her outfit! Sounds like she had a fun audition and did an awesome job!
ReplyDeleteOh goodness this is absolutely adorable! She surely rocked this and I would honestly prefer the tacos too! :P
ReplyDeleteNow this looks like it was a great show! I bet your daughter had so much fun!!!
ReplyDeleteI love her outfit...she is looking so adorable. Plays like this not only build confidence but also make them understand the importance of participation. And I prefer tacos too :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a rockstar Natalie is! I bet you and your family are so proud of her.
ReplyDeleteGreat job Natalie!
ReplyDeleteAww! What a sweet girl! This will be a memory that she will cherish forever. ♡
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to her! I love that she gave it her all even if she didn't land the role she wanted. Her time will come especially if she works hard for it! Love her costume!
ReplyDeleteYour daughter has so much personality. I love it! She definitely ROCKED it. :)
ReplyDeleteHooray for Natalie!
ReplyDeleteNot all actors/actresses started with a leading role. Most of them have to work their way up.
I am so glad she made the best of it. I would have loved to have seen her.
ReplyDeleteI best you are so proud of her. I hope she tries out next year too!
ReplyDeleteShe did great and PS I love her costume! I could wear it for my events :D
ReplyDeleteGreat job! She is making you very proud! Kudos to you too!
ReplyDeleteI love this. I remember your advice. Scarlet was a talking/singing flower in Ferdinand, and I think she wanted to be a bull but it was like her first play! So she rocked it.
ReplyDeleteAlso, Janet was jealous she didn't think of the taco idea.
Such an innocent kid. Thank you for sharing such a positive family vibe.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love her outfit! Good on her for being brave, taking part and rocking it!
ReplyDeleteYou must be so proud. Looks like she did her best �� thank you for sharing your experience.
ReplyDeleteWhat a very supportive mom! You must be so proud. Love her costume too,
ReplyDeleteI really love her outfit! gorgeous girl. Great job.
ReplyDeleteYour daughter loves Taco and you gifted the Taco coupon ,I think this is the best thing you did.By gifting flowers she might not have been as happy than gifting her a taco.End of the day her happiness was important. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great lesson to teach her about her part. Every part is important no matter how big or how small.
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