Ballet Recital

There were times this year Becky and I were worried this day would not happen. Well to be accurate we knew the recital would take place, we just weren't sure how much if at all Ally would be able to participate. Today was a shining example of how much improvement in function Ally has. She danced along with her classmate as if there was nothing ever wrong with her ankle, as if there was never any pain, as if she had danced every week since September when class started, but in reality she missed October - mid January altogether and didn't start really dancing until April. But she worked very hard each week and has a wonderful teacher and has made a great friend in Dorie her classmate. 

Leaving the house for dress rehearsal. Becky thought Ally looked so much like a dancer with her sports clothes on over her tights and her hair in a bun. 

Ally loves that she gets to wear makeup for this show. 

With her amazing teacher Miss Lara. Lara danced in the show too this year. She was amazing. 

Ally and Dorie

It's a lot of waiting around for your turn. Ally and Dorie were prepared with books, coloring and even the iPad.

My amazing bun!!! 

Today on the way to the show Ally took this selfie.

All dressed up before the show. 

We asked her to stand in a position so she stood in fifth position with her hands posed. Always so graceful.

She beamed. Watching her feel so beautiful and confident is one of the greatest joys in my life.

I even got someone to take a family picture.

After the show, we gave her flowers. 

It was a wonderful show.