Evelyn, ready for the circus!
Monkey boy, Finley, found a great pine tree to climb in Bruce and Janet's yard before the show.
A comedy of errors? A tragedy? A mystery? Why do parents do these things to their children? Long story short: After agonizing over whether to leave the kids with a sitter or take them with us I decided to take Finley and Evelyn to Cirque du Soleil, Corteo, in Redmond last Sunday. How do they say it? "You have chosen poorly."
Finley was terrified, as in ever-tried-to-give-a-cat-a-bath, and so he and Evelyn and I saw a total of 5 minutes of the show, most of that the pre-show. The big tents and the crowds. Going from a bright sunny day outside into relative pitch blackness in the tents then all the weird faces and costumes. What was I thinking? I guess I thought that Finley loves gymnastics so much he would be amazed at all the physical theatrics but it was just too overwhelming. Evelyn was in the front pack and was okay, but probably would have started fussing some time in the performance and the seats are just not set up for easy exits or entrances. We spent the whole time walking around, taking a few peaks in every now and then. We could hear the music which was absolutely beautiful. I'll go back with Todd when we have made arrangements for babysitting. It looked like an incredible production. I must say the staff were absolutely marvelous. They were so patient and encouraging and kind. They let us stand at the top of the stairs and even offered to move our whole party to the handicap accessible seating because there was more room for us to stand if needed.
I found it interesting observing the circus culture and camaraderie of the staff. They were all obviously enthralled and excited to be part of the show in their own way, albeit in the wings, so to speak. Many of them looked as though they were circus performer wannabees. And who wouldn't? The performers not only have fabulous bodies, thin like dancers but strong and fearless like gymnasts. Very inspiring despite having to cope with my poor traumatized Finley. This experience just had "therapy" written all over it!
On the other hand, we had a wonderful meal prepared by our dear friends, Bruce and Janet, and we got to visit with friends at their place and enjoy the good weather outside on their new deck. And they have a new adorable puppy, Belle! At least that part of the day was a success. Hmmm. Live and learn...
Bruce, Master of the Grill!
Janet with the new baby, Belle. A charming fluffy black Pomeranian, Chihuahua, Pekingese mix.
Katie, and her mom Beth, prepared the most wonderful veggies to be roasted on the grill with all the salmon, steaks, chicken and pork chops. What a meal!
Auntie Erica with Evelyn in Bruce and Janet's backyard, enjoying the sunshine.
Bruce, Sam and Katie hanging out after the great barbecue before the show.
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