Spaced Out

10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1....BLAST OFF!!! Today we visited outer space during the 2nd grade play at Parkway. Cole and his fellow 2nd graders rapped about the Milky Way, introduced us to heroes and legends from the space program, and sang about the sun, moon, and stars. We learned about each planet (even Pluto, the dwarf!), witnessed a meteor shower, and made one small step for mankind.

The best part of the play (to a Mom and Dad) was Cole's solo part in the song "Meteor Shower." They turned the lights off and used black lights for that song. Cole, Taylor, and Mary Alice rocked out on their guitars. This was a HUGE leap for him, being that he is the most shy of the family. When he was first asked to recite Little Boy Blue for the Kindergarten play two years ago, he had a near panic attack. But somehow, he overcame his fear and did a great job. Now that he's in 2nd grade, he loves to be on stage and thinks of himself as a rock star! Mary Conlee loved watching her big brother on stage. She has his solo memorized, which as you can imagine, doesn't make Cole too happy! His favorite part of being a meteor was spraying his hair neon green. Thankfully, it all washed out and we have our little blonde boy back. We are proud of you, Cole!

Getting sprayed before the show. Thanks, Mrs. Alisha!
 

We've gone green!
 

Blast off!
 

Mary Alice, Cole, and Taylor
 

Meteor Shower (Cole's in the middle!)
 

Our rock star!
 

I'm glad that's over!
 

We love you, Mrs. Hawkins!
 

Jackson, Cole, and Woody
 

Meteor Shower


The Milky Way Rap


One Small Step