Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Sleepy Man Banjo Boys

I love to see amazing kids doing amazing things, especially with the arts. These boys are inspiring! Enjoy the Sleepy Man Banjo Boys!    

http://youtu.be/I3qbB4Kq3Y0

May 11, 2011 1:59:54 PM | Amazing Artists, Interesting Children, Music

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Gayle Parent

MaryAnn, I think you and the work that you have done are beautiful gifts to the art education community. I hope you realize how much help you have given to teachers and how much joy you have brought to children! Congratulations on having such an illustrious career!
Sincerely,
Gayle Parent
Elementary Art Teacher, New Grandma

Hi, New Grandma Gayle!!! (LUCKY LUCKY!!): Thank you for your delightful and warm words. You brightened my day and renewed my core belief that what I do matters. Don't we all want to do something that matters to someone?? Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy my blog... I try to come up with unusual things that are fun to read about and art projects that are fun to do.

Posted by: Gayle Parent | Monday, May 16, 2011 at 07:14 AM

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