Flute Christmas Performance at Temple Square

I had the wonderful opportunity of playing my flute for a group called the "Crossroads Chorale" this holiday season.  We had three performances- two ward Christmas parties, and a final performance at the South Visitor's Center at Temple Square!  :)  It was the PERFECT setting, with the Temple and lights in the background.  There were so many people who were there listening and/or walking through the Visitor's Center.  I am so grateful for this opportunity to play my flute and share the wonderful gift of music, and my testimony of the Savior at this special time.  My Mom was there, and so was my friend Hyrum.  Thanks so much for coming to support me, and even filming the event! :) (I'll post some videos as soon as I find out how to add them :)

Favorite pictures I've taken in December

These were taken at my first photo shoot a weekend ago 

Pictures I took up at the Bountiful Temple

Playing Around

So every year for my faculty meeting at Christmas time, my co-workers and I bring our instruments to the District Office, and have a fabulous potluck feast, after which we play Christmas carols for the different departments around the District Office building.  Everyone comes out of their cubicles, and takes pictures and claps for us as we spread Christmas cheer.  It's pretty fun.  Here are some pictures from our caroling.

It's Picture Perfect

So, I decided that it was time to get a new camera, and I justified my readiness based upon the well known fact that I love to take pictures!  I have taken close to 2,000 pics on each of my fabulous trips around the world.  And I am loving this camera!  Here are some pics that I took this past week while practicing.  (Thanks Jill for your helpful tips!)