With the change of seasons comes the beginning of softball season. Being a part of the team is like being a part of one big family. Every minute spent on the field is a fun time to be had by all, and although it can be time consuming I wouldn't trade it for the world! With the encouragement and skill of our coaches, and the spirit and talent of the players, we have started the season off strongly with three wins and only one loss! The girls are all good sports with awesome school spirit. It is a privilege to be a part of this team!

What an incredible week! The production of The Miracle Worker, the story of Helen Keller, finally took place. Hair spray, bobby pins, curling irons, multiple costume pieces, props and rapid costume changes. Even with a small part, from the first line to the final bow I was constantly busy...and I LOVED every second of it. I have been in quite a few productions in my life, but never have I experienced something so amazing as The Miracle Worker. It was such an honor to be a part of such a talented cast, with so many great people. All three nights were flawless, and I had so much fun. It was by far one of the best experiences I have had at Reserve.

This winter, Western Reserve Academy will be putting on a production of "The Miracle Worker." It is an amazing play about the life of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan. Although this play is not going to be performed until February 15, the cast has been working on it since the end of November. I have a small role as one of the Perkins girls, who used to live with Annie until she left to take care of Helen. Because I have a small part I'm only needed at practice about once a week, but I really enjoy being in a play. It's great hanging out with my friends and having us all work toward the huge goal of performing the play in front of a live audience. Overall, the play is really coming together and I can't wait until opening night!

This weekend Sadie's took place in Ellsworth Hall. Sadie's is a formal dance where the girls ask the guys. Beforehand people usually get together in a group and go out to dinner and arrive at the dance together. This year my group decided to go to dinner at a restaurant where they cook the food in front of you. Afterwards we took pictures, then went to the dance. These dances are beautifully set up and they are a great way to spend time with your friends. It was so fun to hang out with my friends before exam week, and I can't wait until the next one!