This next one shows their actual performance. It's only partially complete. The was an opportunity for them to get some practice performing in front of a big crowd. You can see all of the cheer leaders from various teams sitting on the bleachers. All of the parents and family members were on the other side, and let me tell you, we were all squeezed in like a bunch of sardines. The coaches let Meelie make the decision about whether she wanted to do a double or a triple for this competition. She had only just mastered the triple, but wasn't entirely comfortable with it. In the beginning, she is in the group, second from the right, on the left hand side, facing towards the center. When you see the camera move, look for Meelie. That's who I'm trying to capture. She nailed the triple!

We've got a busy day ahead of us. Chickie and I need to pick up a leotard, fedora and white Oxford shirt for an upcoming performance during the "Tree Lighting" ceremonies downtown. It really kills me that we have to shell out even more money considering the amount we have to pay for tuition and costumes. Good thing we only have two kids. After we finish that, I need to take Meelie to a going away party for two of the girls (sisters) on her team. I'll be sad to see them go as I am good friends with their mom.

All in all, it has been a busy weekend, but a very enjoyable one.