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Thank you for visiting my blog. It documents my amazing journey from pre to post double lung transplant. I am a 37 year old mother and wife with Cystic Fibrosis who has been more greatly blessed than I could ever imagine possible!

It has been a bumpy ride, but God has given me strength, love, friendship, and, FINALLY, health. My prayers have been answered, my miracle was granted, and I want to share the joy of my new life with you.

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

West Virginia Feis

Hannah's First Feis (Irish Dance Competition) went very well. I was super nervous, but she took everything in stride. In her first dance, her group was the first to dance and she was in the first pair to dance. Needless to say, she didn't have any idea what she was doing, so though she danced well, she left the stage too early and didn't bow to the judge, so, she didn't medal in that dance.

She learned quickly, however, and went on to get a 2nd in the Light Jig, a 1st in the Single Jig, and a 2nd in the Slip Jig. She was so excited and pleased, and we were so proud of her. She should be able to move up to the Novice level in these three dances for the next competition, hooray!

Fun times, curling the hair the night before.

On our way to the feis
Just arrived, maybe a little nervous?
Hannah remembered to smile the whole time!
Hannah performing the Light Jig (2nd place)
Waiting to Dance
Before the Slip Jig (2nd place)
Look at those Medals, Good job Hannah!

Here is some video footage of Hannah doing the Single Jig (1st place)

3 comments:

Blomquist Blog said...

Wow! Very impressive, Hannah! Congratulations on all of your hard work...it definitely paid off!

Love the pics of the weekend...looks like it was fun! I am glad you enjoy dancing Hannah! It takes a special person and some good talent to do what you are doing! You should ask your mom to dance for you...she could really cut a rug back in our days growing up together! :)

Keep up the great work and I look forward to hearing more about your dancing!

Debbie

maryellen said...

Great job, Hannah and mom!! =)

Emily Ann Putzke said...

Yay Hannah! That's awesome!!!! =)Thanks for posting the pictures and video!

The Miracle of Transplantation

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