I look at you

Everybody needs inspiration
Everybody needs a song
A beautiful melody
When the night's so long
Cause there is no guarantee
That this life is easy
Yeah, when my world is falling apart
When there's no light to break up the dark
That's when I, I, I look at you
When the waves are flooding the shore and I Can't find my way home anymore
That's when I, I, I look at you
When I look at you I see forgiveness I see the truth
You love me for who I am
Like the stars hold the moon
Right there where they belong and I know I'm not alone
You, appear, just like a dream to me
Just like kaleidoscope colors that Cover me
All I need Every breath, that I breathe
Dontcha know? Your beautiful

Happy Birthday to Hunter!

Five pictures for my five year old big boy! I still remember his entrance to the world! I spent the night in the hospital only to be sent home the next day on November 2, 2004. I was home about 3 hours and went into labor. I went back to the hospital around 5pm on the 2nd. We all watched the tv while I was in labor to see if Florida was going to be a red or blue state in the Presidential Election. Finally, at 2am, Hunter made his entrance in to the world. 11/3/04 2:03 am weighing 7lbs 2oz. His Daddy and Nonnee were there to witness the birth. He has grown so fast and he is so smart! I love my wild man!

My Number 1!

Can you believe I have been married to this guy for 8 years! He is an awesome Daddy. He encouraged me to try my dance classes and even keeps the kids each week and rearranges his schedule so that I can go. He may laugh at me occasionally, but it's all in good fun! I am so lucky to be married to someone who supports me. Did I mention he is smoking hot on a four wheeler too?

Sweet Little Angel Eyes

This is a clip from Polly. A spin off of Pollyanna that disney put out in 1989. I remember being a child and singing and dancing in the living room along with Jimmiebean and Polly. I think my Sister and I wore out the VHS tape watching this movie so much. I can remember my Mom playing the glad game with us after watching this movie. We watched Pollyanna as well, but I remember liking this one so much better because of the music and dancing. Music and dancing have always been a part of my life. I have never really been good at either, but I have never let it stop me from doing it. I particpated in musicals and actually had to sing a one line solo! GASP! I remember a girl whining during practice, "cant you let someone who can sing, do that part?" I didnt let it get to me and sang it anyway. I danced my heart out in all of the productions, even if I was a little clumsy and uncoordinated. I only let my best friend intimidate me when it came to dancing and singing, she would tell me when I was a teenager that it was too late to learn to dance. That I would look silly because I was a teenage "beginner" even though I had a 4 years of dance when I was a little kid. To this day, I am not sure why I even listened to her. Everything you need is inside you. You can try hard things and new things. My dance teacher, Britton Elliott, has taught me that as well as my other friends and of course my MOM! Britton has several adult classes and encourages everyone to try. I am so thankful for her and the blessing she has given me and my family. Her studio has been a blessing. Every single one of her helpers are wonderful. The time they take as young adults to teach my 3 year old to dance is priceless. I cant thank Meghan enough. Anna loves Meghan and wants to be just like her. I couldnt choose a better role model for my daughter. The same goes for Elizabeth. I love my new dance family and the way they make us feel so welcome. They never laugh or scoff or say what in the world does she think she is doing? I feel very intimidated when I first walk in to class each week, but that melts away fast by the shared laughter and the fun we have. So talent or no talent, I will keep singing and I will keep dancing! I love it too much to not do it. So watch your ears for crazy noises! HA HA! My Mom has always encouraged me to do my best and to try new things. She has always been my number one fan. I appreciate her so much for trying to cultivate my talents. My Mom has always shared her talents with the world and the world is a better place for it.

Matthew 5: 15-16 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.
16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Future PDC competition team!

Fall into pretending and change

It is my favorite season of the year! Yes FOOTBALL SEASON! My favorite season is fall. I love the cooler temperatures. We have been a very busy Bass family lately! My 28th birthday has come and gone. I had a good time with good people. The Gamecocks are playing excellent football. Anna is still plugging away at dance although the tap hurts her ears! She wants to be a princess when she grows up. Hunter decided he wanted to be an army guy after Kevin took him to the air show at McEntire! They are so cute and have limitless imaginations. They are always saying pretend this or pretend that. It is fun to hear what they come up with. Change has also been occuring in my family. I am taking a body sculpt and hip hop dance class on Wednesday's. Sound silly? It is something I always wanted to try and so I am doing it! I may not be a good dancer but I sure have fun! Anna and Hunter are going to be in the same preschool class starting Monday. The economy has effectd their school. When the school year started, they lost a bunch of kids to "big school" as a result, they have to combine the 3, 4, and 5 year olds together. Anna's teacher is being laid off. I am sad, but unfortunately that is how the world is today. Kevin is staying busy at work and tries to find time to ride his quad when he can. We have a wedding to attend this weekend. I am so excited that Kay is officially going to be in our family! This is not a very thought provoking blog, but a mere update of sorts!

Chicken Dance!

I have many memories of doing the chicken dance at the ole German Restaraunt, The Golden Crown. I affectionately called it the House of Klaus. We would go with the family, usually when the Cousins from Germany were visiting, eat good food, dance, and listen to the oompa band. It was so much fun. My sister and I would take turns dancing with Uncle Jimmy. I like to wear my polka dot skirt when we went because it twirled really well. Every time Anna's class does the tap dance chicken dance, I am reminded of all the fun times we had when I was a child!