daddies and little baby sisters get to watch their big girl show off her mad skills. It's the
only time we are allowed into the dance studio to peek in on our girls so I look forward to
it every year. Isabelle was excited but confided in me that she was a bit nervous for me
to watch her. She was moved to a Level 2 class this year: a class for more experienced
dancers that focuses more intently on technique and form. I've noticed a change in
her dancing just from watching her twirl around the house: her arms are more precise, her
feet are learning the fine art of turn out. She's in a black leotard with white tights, code
for "I'm a big girl now". She can make her own bun and tie her own ballet slippers. Our
little girl is maturing into a beautiful young ballerina and I couldn't be more proud.
Neither could her sister who spent the entire class cheering and imitating the big girls from
the sidelines. I had to wrangle Brees in quite a few times as the spirit of the dancers called
her in, tempting her to run out onto the floor and join in on the fun. Though Belle did her
best to stay focused and centered throughout the class, I caught her glancing our way quite
a few times, checking to make sure we were watching. Do you remember that feeling
when your family showed up to watch you do something you love? Wanting to do your
best and show off your passion? Belle, you are an amazing little dancer and watching
your talent grow is a true joy. Have fun this year, learn as much as you can, and dance
big!! Your talent is a true gift to behold!!
18 comments:
oh, i love this! i have always said if i could go back i would take ballet.
Wow! Isabelle changed so much and you really see she loves her ballet class. I imagine how proud you are of her. Just looking at both of them Liv, you are really doing good! Don't doubt about this a minute.
Much love.
Marie
Awwww! That gave me goosebumps! She's a beautiful dancer! :)
Waiting for the Bus on Picture Day
How cute!!!! I love dance night.
So pretty and sweet!!! That second last one is too cute for words.
http://tc-twistedfairytale.blogspot.ca/2012/10/wordless-wednesday.html
I love how much poise she has! And I'm a little bit jealous because I have two left feet (even though I'm a brilliant dancer in my mind).
Awww super cute! Thanks for sharing. Stop by my site and say hello if you've got the time :)
She is so awesome! She looks like a born dancer.
Love the pictures of Brees showing off her skills too :)
Awww. so sweet! And that one with Brees is adorable. :)
Thank you! Brees was trying to get into the action!
She is so talented and we are so proud! And I think Brees definitely got the dance bug, too!
Thanks! I sure will!
She's got the look, right? So focused and graceful!
Thank you! That photo kills me!
Me too! I look forward to it every year!
Thank you!! We are so proud!
Thank you friend!! She is growing up before our eyes!
It's one of my great loves and, from the looks of it, one of Belle's as well. Some of my best memories have involved ballet!!
Post a Comment