This evening my Sister-in-Law, Niece and I went to see the Nutcracker at Shea’s.

My familiarity with the Nutcracker begins and ends with these three facts.

1. The Nutcracker is a Ballet.

2. The Nutcracker comes to life.

3. I often find myself listening to Nutcracker suite.

Much to my surprise, I found myself quite enchanted with the ballet! I wasn’t so sure how I would feel with dancing, dancing, dancing however I enjoy the music very much and the ballet was just beautiful.

Watching Little A watch the ballet was priceless as well, of course.

Truthfully, I found myself a little concerned with the darkness and the dancing fighting rats (mice?) I was afraid the show was perhaps a little too dreary and frightening for Little A, but that scene passed and the glorious winter wonderland made everything better.

I love winter. I love the holidays. And I really enjoyed the Nutcracker.