I'm very happy that my kiddos seem to have developed an interest in music. Charlotte will baby sing when I'm practicing, and both kids want to climb up on the piano bench as soon as I pull it out. After a time, I became quite good at tuning out their banging on the extra keys while I practiced. It's probably not very pleasant for others in the house who may be listening, but I don't mind it at all. Currently one of my favorite things is to hear Paton sing along with our Galkin CD "By Faith." He has many of them memorized.
When I was young I certainly didn't appreciate the piano lessons like I do now. I didn't realize that God would put me in a place where all those years of practicing would come in handy! Though I'm certainly not exceptionally strong at "hymn-provising," each Sunday I do play for our congregational singing. You should have seen my hands shake the first Sunday I took over this duty.
My husband has already declared that our children will take music lessons. They will learn the discipline of following through on an obligation as well as sitting and focusing on a project. I also want it to be fun for them. I at least want them to appreciate music. To be at least well-rounded.
Anyway, this little piano was a gift for the kids from my mom and they both love playing!!
