by joelhaugen
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by joelhaugen
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My daughter Makayla is a junior in high school. All of the stress and busyness that goes along with that often catches up with her and yesterday was no exception. As much as we reinforce to all three of our daughters how much we love them and will celebrate their success no matter what happens (a bad grade, a sports loss, a missed a shot, a flubbed band solo, etc.) they put more pressure on themselves than we realize.
Last evening was the Jordan High School’s spring performance. Makayla had been concerned about a challenging saxophone solo for weeks and even just a few short hours before the concert was convinced she wouldn’t get it. Then the evening arrived…
And she nailed it…
But more important to the story is the way her bandmates celebrated her. Pure joy. Not for their accomplishment, not even for a team accomplishment but for one of their peers. And that my friends is why no matter what situation you are in, you should celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of those around you. Celebrate as if you are band kid.
P.S. If you have two hours, the concert is well worth it.
P.P.S. This proud dad (and mom) may have shed a tear or two during the concert. And I’m okay with that.
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