Opera

Friday after school Mike and I drove to Stillwater. We were on our way to a benefit music recital for the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum. Kevin Short a world known opera singer/wrestler agreed to a recital to raise money for the special projects they do at the museum. This year it was "Wrestling and the Military". He was a Bass/Baritone singer. It was a wonderful concert. The people who had the opportunity to come and didn't missed a great performance. He sang "Ole Man River" as good as I have ever heard it sang. He wrestled for Morgan University in college until he decided to concentrate on his music. He graduated from Julliard School of Music in 1989. He sang at the Olympics in Japan. He sings in operas all over Europe. He plans to come back next year and raise money again. It was something everyone who likes music would enjoy. He sang in English.

We very much enjoyed our weekend with Dominic and his parents. Saturday morning we went to the Arts Festival in Couch Park. Dominic and Bop walked around and enjoyed the history exhibits while Krista and I looked at the jewelry. There was a man riding a bull, horses for the kids to ride and many other people dress up like pioneers. It was cool and damp but we still had a good time. There was music for Dominic to dance to. He was so tired when we left that 2 min. after we got in the car he was asleep. He slept through the shoe store. Mike was the only one to buy anything. He finally got a new pair of sandals. I wasn't like he needed them. He has worn the last pair for about three years.

Saturday night was fun. We played on the Wii again. This time it was Rock Star though, and raced Mario Brother cars. Wes played the guitar and Krista, Mike and I took turns playing the drums. Krista and I were also singers. We aren't that good but we had fun. Dominic was doing everything. We had a fun day. Dominic has learned to say O S U. He said it all over the pet store Saturday night. We found the perfect place to take Dominic to eat. Buffalo Wild Wings, it's loud, and they have a TV on sports. He can be as loud as he wants and watch sports too.

Sunday morning I made biscuits and sausage gravy for all of us. Then it was time for us to come home. I think we all had a good time, but were ready to rest for a little while before we had to go back to work on Monday. We will miss Dominic, but hopefully get to see him again soon.