For the past 3 months Ezias has been practicing to perform for the Samoan Flag Day Festival that is celebrated in Utah every year. He actually tried to practice with the group last year but it was a little too early because he wouldn't sit down long enough to learn any of the dances. This year he was ready! He went to practice twice a week and learned Samoan dances and some Samoan songs. I'm not sure how much the pregnancy hormones effected me but often times at his practices I found myself tearing up and getting emotional. I was filled with pride as I watched him take part in his culture. It also reminded me how much I love the culture too. I know I don't speak the language but I got to practice so many other things growing up. The dancing, food, cooking, sports and family aspects. I'm grateful for Ezias' insrtuctor Bernadine who had the patience to work with 92 kids! She is brave, but the end result was awesome. It was a great experience not only for Ezias but for us as parents. It was definitely a proud parent moment to watch our son on stage and just soak in all of the attention. He saw the fire knife dance at the festival and now he goes around the house twirling his clothes around like a knife. : ) I'm glad he had a good time performing and I hope you enjoy his videos. In case you can't tell Ezias is on the front row 2nd little boy from your left.
and here are some pics of the event...
Mormon, Ezias' favorite Auntie Ruby and Baby Girl
Some of the boys all oiled up and ready to dance!
Pretty scary, right?
My little USO growin up on me! Love Nd miss you guys:)
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