Kailani's Fairytale Ball

Kailani had her 2nd grade fairytale ball this past week. She has been anticipating it all month, as they have been studying fairy tales, and learning the waltz. A few days before the ball, the children filled out their dance cards. Kailani was excited to dance with some of the boys in her class. Each child wears a fairytale costume to the ball. Kailani figured that most girls would dress as princesses (which proved to be precisely the case), so she decided she would rather be the witch from Hansel and Gretel.

It was interesting to see how excited all the little gals were to dance with the boys, and how indifferent and "unexcited" the boys were (sorry girls, welcome to the next few years of your life...). 

Kailani told me there was one boy on her dance card she was particularly excited to dance with. I eagerly watched for his number to come up. It was painful to watch. He danced with Kailani, because thats what you do at a ball, but he was more interesting in being rowdy with his pals. They barely looked at each other, and really didn't talk at all.  It looked uncomfortable.

The next couple dances, Kailani danced with some boys from our ward. They laughed and talked the entire time. It was comfortable. They enjoyed themselves. I found myself hoping that Kailani realizes (sooner than later) that those are the type of boys worth giving your time to.

It was so fun to watch Kailani (and the other 2nd graders) do the waltz. Karen and I both got a turn to dance with Kailani too-- although I wouldn't put either of us on Dancing with the Stars anytime soon).

Other than watching my darling little sweetie, here are a few funny things that I saw...

This little girl danced with her eyes closed shut tight for the majority of her dance. Her partner doesn't know where he should look.

Karen thought "Belle" was beautiful. I like this picture because she is dancing with a cute little red-head who my children and I lovingly nicknamed "Little Ryan". His real name is Aaron.

I thought this Pinocchio costume was great.

I am sure glad I was able to go and see Kailani dance.