Sanchez Christmas Party
Category: Music
choral concert
I laugh when I see these puffy coats (I am actually wearing two in this picture), but they are necessary right now.
new student
Mark had his first recital with his new piano teacher tonight. I have never heard a recital like it. Every student was so prepared and expressive, no matter their level. It was an exquisite musical experience.
We are proud of Mark! O Holy Night was his piece, and Richard and I were lucky to hear him shine. It is not easy to change teachers, and taking lessons with his new teacher has required him to leave school early each day to do online school at home, practice, or attend a lesson. There are moments when all the hard work and sacrifice suddenly bring forth something special. Tonight was one of these times.❤️
So proud of him
Mark performed a really difficult Chopin Nocturne this week, so we took him out to dinner to celebrate.
piano hospital
Our piano tuner and technician wheeled these pieces of our piano out of our house today on a gurney, loaded them into a truck, and took them to his workshop to be regulated. The process will take a week or more, and having the piano disassembled feels really disconcerting.
11th Grade
Mark’s junior year will bring less time at the high school, more time at home doing online classes, a new piano teacher, and longer hours at the piano. He has a calling to serve the special needs youth in the area as a counselor/companion/ “buddy” to someone during weekly church activities. It is a very different formula than we could have predicted for his school year, but we will trust the Lord.
Mark’s screen print T-shirt collection from his travels is refreshed, his maroon shoes match his school colors, and he remembered to get a photo before he left for school.
Richard gave Mark a priesthood blessing last night and I “covered him in prayer” this morning. Let’s go!
from Anne
Each member of my Primary presidency brings something unique and strong to the team. Susan brought enthusiasm, humor, and great quotes. Shelby brings warmth and resolute testimony. Anne brings evidence of her deep thinking and a faith that has been tried and fortified. I could list many more things for each person, and Anne also consistently brings music to our meetings. This week, as we met without Susan, and with the shock of her sudden passing still with us, Anne played this song. ♥️
photo essay
Our tickets were not together, but we rode together on the train into Ute territory. (Note Richard Jaussi’s t-shirt.)
16th Birthday
We celebrated Mark’s 16th in every way we thought would make him happy. I hope he went to sleep with a smile. I am having trouble expressing what I want to say about Mark, so this won’t be a tribute post or a narrative about the day, but simply an imprint. He is so dear.
Jazz Band Dinner Dance 2022
Richard and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner with entertainment by Mark’s jazz band, followed by a professional jazz band. These kids were so happy. The caterers were from Jordan High, too, and danced right along with everyone else.