We're breaking well

I think we've had a pretty nice start to Thanksgiving break.

On Saturday, Matt was off to his mid-state band audition.  We were there for HOURS and it was 10:30 pm before the results were posted, but Matt made it! Not only did he make the "gold" band (there is gold and silver), but he is sitting 2nd chair.  Over 150 trumpet players auditioned on Saturday, so needless to say, we are SUPER proud of him!

On Sunday, Gracie was invited to see Les Miserables with her friend Kiera.  She really enjoyed it even though it was "super sad."  Meanwhile, Bassam and Matt went to the Vandy/USC game. We lost in overtime, but apparently, our new seats (we got new ones, although they are in the same section as last year) get a lot of TV time. I wasn't watching the game, but got texts from a couple friends saying they kept seeing Matt and Bassam on TV.

While all that was happening Tammy and I were down at the Schemerhorn Symphony Center hearing Joe Biden speak.  He has a new book out, which we all got a copy of, but he talked about a little of everything. It was completely fascinating.   He reminds me of my dad they way he tells story . . . laughing and getting a little off track while he talks.  We were sitting orchestra level, but close to the back.  Even at that distance, you could see his smile.   Joe has a great set of teeth!

And now that is Monday, Bassam is back to work.  The kids and I made a trip to Sam's Club, Target, Publix, plus got haircuts and flu shots.  Nobody likes too many errands, so we sprinkled in a trip to Learning Express and a stop at the gas station for the sole purpose of getting Icees.

It's the little things, you know.

Hoping the rest of the break is as happy!