Seven years ago our little girl took the stage for the first time as Snow White
She was not nervous in fact it energized her to be on the stage. She smiled and loved every minute of it.
In a few days we will be watching her dance in what might be her last recital. She still loves the stage and gets so excited to perform.
I feel like Addy learned a lot through dance. She learned some discipline. She learned music and beats. She learned steps and styles of dance. She gained confidence. She learned that you aren't always given the front row, center stage spot - that doesn't mean you are bad or other girls are 'lucky' - it means we all have strengths and girls are needed in all spots.
Most importantly she made friends. Gabi was one of her first dance friends. We have been blessed by our friendship with the Torlones for years and I'm confident that though we'll continue to go in different directions - we'll always be friends.
Keep the music alive inside you Addy no matter where your heart leads you!! You make people smile - you light up a room. People want to be your friend - use that wisely - think about others. Don't ever think you are better than someone else - we are all different - that's what makes this crazy world so cool and colorful.
We'll spend this weekend together making memories. It's late nights. It's stressful moments. It's busy times but we will enjoy it and embrace it and remember it fondly.
Friends for life!!
Addy's signature photo pose
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