Sam’s entire first grade class presented their Patriotic Play last week, and it was stellar. Of course I’m highly biased as one of the proud parents, but it really was stellar in so many ways. The kids all did such a fabulous job, especially the ones who had lengthly speaking roles! Gosh, to be six or seven-years-old and memorize all of those lines? Impressive!
It was also amazing how smooth the entire production went, a testament to the art teacher and first grade teachers who organized it all. They had the kids rehearse day after day for weeks on end, and it showed. The kids all seemed to be having a blast, quite confident in their roles. Gosh, the day before the real play the kids even had TWO practices. Those people deserve a medal or at least a strong mixed drink of their choice.
Each class had their own special song. Sam’s class had “What Did Della Wear?” Such a clever and hilarious song — surprised I had never heard it before then. Usually I am not into lyrics, but these are too good not to pass along.
Here is Sam’s grandfather Pops — and my daddy — back in the day. Lookin’ good there, Pops!
And here is Sam’s great grandfather, Jack McLaughlin, who was my grandfather and my mother’s father. Don’t worry — there won’t be a quiz on any of this material! 🙂
