Introducing . . . The Anonymous!

Andrew competed with friends, Quinn, Kate and Maddie, at the Vocal Sport III competition.  The audience awarded them 1st place in their category!  You can see their performance on YouTube.  (Unfortunately, although I've tried and tried, I can't seem to put the video itself on my blog.)  Here's the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmICGJ7tI5o

P.S. Credit goes almost exclusively to these four talented 15-year olds!  They chose it, arranged it, practiced it, and perfected it--with almost no adult input.  Congratulations!

Turning Fifteen

We celebrated Andrew's birthday with a surprise party.  Quinn got him out of the house, then when all were assembled, we drove to Quinn's house, the boys popped a pillowcase over his head and hauled him out to the car!  From our house, the party-goers were sent on a quest to buy a can of olives--but not until they had unraveled clues, answered riddles, played Just Dance at Amy & Ryan's, and sung (in four part harmony, I might add) the National Anthem in Reams!  They returned, their quest complete, for dinner and some good hang-out time.  Andrew was completely surprised, and gave it two thumbs up!

Andrew, Quinn, Noah, Chase, Reagan & Pierce (Ciera arrived later.)

Andrew & Quinn

Andrew, Quinn & Noah