Brannon's Graduation

Brannon James Killgo graduated from Brigham Young University with a BFA in Music-Dance-Theater .( www.music.byu.edu/ya/MDT )

He was one of only a few students to complete this interdisciplinary degree this semester. I was so proud of him. It has been a long road that has included a mission to Arizona and coursework at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis and Collin College to prepare for this journey. Only 16 students are accepted into this program each year. The two months between his audition in January 2006 and March, when we received his acceptance into the program was long and nerve-racking. He has enjoyed every minute of his time in Provo and developed great relationships. His favorite roommates have been his cousins Alex and Lewis before and after their missions. During his time there, he has been in several theater and musical productions including "Oklahoma" and playing Father in "Children of Eden". He was also able to perform in "Savior of the World" for two years at the LDS Conference Center in Salt Lake City. Last summer he was blessed to be called to portray Brigham Young in Nauvoo, IL.....He will return this summer as Brother Brigham once again. He was also able to obtain an acting contract in Jackson Hole, WY to play Buffalo Bill in "Annie Get Your Gun". He plans to travel to NYC to pursue a career in musical theater. Enjoy the pics and a slideshow of memories from the last few years.

Son, I am so proud to be your mom. You have used you talents to bless the lives of many. I am greatful that you have always been prayful and reflective of how each opportunity fits in with your eternal perspective. I love hearing you sing. You pushed forward when others said you couldn't sing well or shouldn't waste your time. I love that you believe in yourself! Raising you was sometimes frustrating, scary and always busy and exciting. But it was a JOY! Motherhood rocks!!!!!!!

Here is a link to his website- http://www.brannonkillgo.com/

Here is an invitation to the Nauvoo Pageant (it's amazing) - http://invite.nauvoopageant.net/

....if you go to Nauvoo...plan to see "Our Story Goes On" - Broadway music made into a musical. You will love it!!!

March 2010

My awesome friend Regina was able to drop in and visit from Wilmington, DE. I miss my work buddy so much! I'm still mad at CDC for transferring her to Philly...but, if they will send her back, I will forgive them.




Brannon celebrated St. Patrick's Day the way a good BYU Scotch/Irishman should...hanging with friends in kilts.



Apparently Brannon likes to ride with his head out of the window. Is this a Utah thing....should I be worried?



Ellianne went for her first ride on a carosal. She was very serious about the entire matter!






She also had her very first Chocolate shake from the famous Keller's Hamburgers. She loved it. She took possession and you can see by her expression, she wasn't interested in giving it back!


Aubrianne also let her take charge of feeding herself. She loves chocolate pudding...especially with strawberries.


Her newest entertaining trick of the month was hiding in her closet during evening prayers. She thought that if mommy and daddy had their eyes closed, she could hide and wouldn't have to go to bed. She did it every night for weeks!!


One of my 'adopted' daughters, Tyla came home from college for Spring Break. She and Kaitlyn got to hang out and catch up on fun and general craziness.

This is my Albuquerque class. I was there from March 15-25th. To my right is a great co-trainer from Mid-America PTC, Regina Charter. We had so much fun teaching together and we really enjoyed our time in New Mexico. Our class was fun to teach because we had great students. And even though I had to spend my birthday in the airport and on a plane...it was good at the end when Regina and I went out for a good steak dinner. (my favorite!)

For our Book Club this month, we were to choose any Newberry Award Winner. I consulted my good friend Libby (an excellent elementary school librarian) and she recommended Walk Two Moons. I loved it...a funny yet emotional journey of a young girl seeking to know what became of her mother. Her eccentric grandparents add to the humor and comfort of this story.

Mild temperatures and lots of wind made for a great weather month...but the BIG water leak beneath my house made it expensive and a blessing.....more to come!!!