BSM ~ Letterman

Here's my son (albeit, not thrilled to pose for the camera at 7:15 am) wearing his new letterman jacket to school this week. I know I often brag about him, but he has overcome so much in his academics and as well as his music, when (and quite sadly) a school advisor thought the band and music would be too "challenging" for him--and even discouraged him from joining the band when he went into middle school, and suggested going for an "easier" elective.

So, when he earned his letterman jacket after only his freshman year--whereas many students earn theirs in higher grades, I have to say, I wish these teachers could see where they were wrong.

Even during the rough patches, never, underestimate the potential of a student. Ever.

This moment melted my heart this week. And it's my Best Shot Monday.



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Our Band Rocks

Hello Blog (and friends),

I know it seems like I've disappeared lately, however, with managing two blogs now, I split what little free time I have between my Om Mami and my Casa T blog.

Wanted to quickly share some exciting band news for Domi. Last weekend, his high school band traveled to Arlington, TX to compete in the Bands of America. Our band placed the highest it has ever placed at a Bands of America event! They placed SECOND in preliminary competition and went on to place SECOND in finals competition to the ranking State Marching Champion of 2006, Marcus High School Band. Other bands represented at the contest were high caliber bands which are sure to be seen at the top of future competitions. Our band was extremely close to taking first place as four out of seven judges had our high school in first place!
I wish you could hear them play. This year's show is incredible. I get chills everytime.

And I'm still that weepy mom that has to fight back tears.









Photos courtesy of the Band Photographers