When my two oldest boys were younger, our local symphony performed Green Eggs and Ham (to music, of course); it was their first symphony experience, and it was a hit.  We’re lucky to live in a community where these kinds of events aren’t hard to find.  The symphony has also done Peter and the Wolf and various other adaptations.  In the summer, they play outside at the empty ski hill, so families (or romantic couples) can enjoy an evening of their melodies under the stars.  It’s a perfect, easy introduction to the symphony for kids, and a wonderful evening out for grown-ups.

Recently, the very friendly Kristin Gast, from the PR firm Tunheim Partners, invited my family to attend a musical adaptation of Margaret Wise Brown’s Goodnight Moon by Stages Theatre Company.  I’m certain she was hoping for some free publicity for the gig in exchange.  Alas, it is too far away and our schedules are too tight.  We won’t be able to attend.  However, Ms. Gast is in luck!  She was correct in guessing that this type of thing is right up my alley, so I’m going to tell you all about it anyway because I’m nice that way.  And if I could get my kids there, I would.

If you can get your kids there, I encourage you to go and enjoy a Wii-free night with your family.

Details:  You’re invited to a special performance.

What:   Goodnight Moon performed by Stages Theatre Company

Where:   Hopkins, MN

When:   Beginning this Friday, January 16 – Sunday, February 15

How Much:    $15 – adults; $11 – kids and seniors

More Info:   Visit the Stages Theatre Company website or call them at 952-979-1111.

forgotten that I have a blog and bloggy friends? No.

driven through an ice storm that turned a 10 hour trip into 12? Yes.

been up to my eyeballs in extended family fun? Oh yes!

had access to wireless? Not even close.

wondered how people survive without wireless? Several times an hour.

ever posted from my iPhone before? Nope. A first time for everything.

And, hopefully, the last. Perhaps we’ll get them wireless for Mother’s Day!

My dear friend Sam sent me this link, and reminded me once again why I always miss her so much.  She’s funny and she’s kind and she’s smart, and she likes me back.  What more can you ask?  Alas, miles and miles separate us now, except for those weekends we jet off and meet up to bask in the warmth of South Beach.  Or the rare occasions when we both end up on Nantucket, kids in tow, all of us descending on our friend Debbie’s house, because she dared to live in such a wonderland.  Or the times we plan a trip, because we’ve reached a certain age, and allow our husbands to come along for once.  These times come sporadically now and perhaps because of that I treasure them even more.  But whether it’s been three months or twelve, what I know is this:  I can’t wait to laugh and share with Sam again.