Homecoming

Not only do I attend church dances, but I also try to go to school dances. Oct. 6th was homecoming for Galena along with our marching band competition. Just to give a little extra information, I wasn't planning on going. I knew I would be tired and I didn't feel like dancing. Also, it might have been because it was Sadie Hawkins and I didn't have the guts to ask anyone. =) That being besides the point, I did end up going.
After getting back from McQueen, I was helping unload the band trailer. I helped put instruments and equipment away with my friend, Eli. After we were done and about to go home, he asked if I wanted to go to homecoming with him. I was a bit shocked but ended up saying yes.
We were both excited but it was 8 and the dance started at 8:30. Instead of going home, Eli came over to my house and we quickly got an outfit put together. We were supposed to match and so we did. We wore white shirts with ties over khaki colored bottoms. We went as "people".
Mom and Dad were amazing! They helped us so much! And took me and Eli to dinner at McDonalds! Without my parents, the evening probably wouldn't have happened or have gone so smoothly.
So, Eli and I got to the dance and met up with another couple, our friends. We danced until 10ish before we got tired. We decided to leave the dance and head up to my house. There, we made chocolate chip cookies and watched "The Avengers"! The other couple left at 11 and Eli left at 11:10. It had been a great night.
Homecoming was a great evening and a perfect way to end the day. Thanks again to my mom and dad who were so kind and helpful! And thanks to Eli and my other friends for such a fun evening!

Marching Band

One of the best things schools have to offer is marching band. Yes, the education is important too, but THE most important part is the band. My season has started here in Reno and this past Saturday, I had my first competition. We met at Galena at 10am sharp to practice for an hour. We then left for McQueen at 11:15am to arrive at noon. We had an amazing lunch provided by our loving parents. We feasted on spaghetti, salad, and garlic bread. After a filling lunch, we went and watched all the small bands perform.
Not because I'm biased or anything, but they were pretty weak compared to University High School and Galena. =) It was fun to watch them and to cheer for our favorite moves.
We then went and got into our favorite uniforms! We helped each other zip, button, and squeeze shut our jackets and fit our hair into our hats. We then had breathing gym for 45 minutes before we could warm up our instruments. After a short warm up, we headed for the field.
We marched on, got set, and started. The beginning was kinda shaky due to miscommunication, but aside from that, we performed well. I felt good about my performance and so did Nathan along with other friends. But, even with good feelings, there is room for improvement.
Overall, we scored an 82 out of 100. Brass and woodwinds individual scores were a point off from the leading bands. There were three bands in our division(large bands) and we were third. The other two bands were amazing, so losing to them wasn't too bad. That said, this next week, we are going to kick their butts! Saturday, Oct. 13th, Galena is hosting a band competition. We won't officially be judged against the other bands, but we still get scored.
I'm hoping that this one goes well! Wish Galena luck!