HALLELUJAH!

I cannot think of a better way to culminate the Easter season than singing the Messiah! The Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society performed Parts II "The Passion and Resurrection" and III "Hope of Eternal Life" of Handel's Messiah yesterday at Artemus Ham Hall at UNLV. We were accompanied by a full orchestra which is a real treat!! It was an amazing experience. We have been working on this music since January and let me tell you every minute counted!!! There are 150 pages of music that make up parts II and III of the Messiah. The texts are based on Bible passages and repeat them selves but in intricate weaving melodies. It is hard to believe that this music was composed int just 24 days! Frideric Handel must have truly been inspired and guided in composing such a masterpiece!!! As we rehearsed and rehearsed this beautiful music I was touched by the spirit and found such peace and love in the message that it brings. "I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that He shall stand at the latter day upon the earth."

Photo's after the Concert!

SUN DANCE!

Spring Break Skiing! Grandma and Grandpa Boyce took Jeff and the Kids skiing. The kids had a blast learning to ski for the first time! We finally purchased coats this year! We have never really had a need for winter coats living here in Vegas. I decided this was the year. I bought them all a size too big so they will last for a while. We borrowed everything else from friends and family members to complete our skiing get ups. I don't ski! Plus I hurt my back recently from falling while ice skating with the kids so no chance for me!!! It was a beautiful day! The kids went to ski school in the morning and then we broke for lunch and we barley finished our sandwiches before the kids were getting on their gear for more!

Heading to the Ski Lift!

Here comes Hannah!

Followed by Marisa!

Watch out for Gray, he was a speed demon!

Here is Jeff the pro! It was so fun to see him skiing! He has always been a great skier. He hasn't been able to ski much since we've been married. I wonder why? He is still a champ!