Entertainment at Grandma and Grandpa's House

When Michael was three weeks old he heard an organ playing for the first time and his little soul searched around excitedly for the source of the amazing sound. Since then his interest in musical instruments of all sorts has only increased, and he's been in heaven trying out all of his grandparents' old castaways. In a show of how much his tastes have broadened, he especially enjoys playing backup to Uncle Scott's Wii Electric Guitar...

A few days ago we attended Scott's high school music program. Michael was transfixed throughout the entire show (this was, quite honestly, a big surprise. I had expected to take him home after about three songs - thinking that he would be unable to sit still and quiet for the length of the show). One of the performances included a cello solo, which Michael thought was amazing, and now the violin doubles as a cello at times.

Jax, too, loved the show and kept jumping up and down to dance with the music, spicing things up a bit with an occasional turn. I should have expected her dancing - when we're at home she has a seemingly involuntary bounce that starts the moment music is turned on.

In addition to enjoying all sorts of music, the kids have also been enjoying their introduction to television. Michael's high anticipation of our new "Monday Movies" (fans of "The Office" may appreciate the reference) seem to be helping him learn the days of the week.