Thanks to the generosity of my friend Sue in Florida, my husband and I flew up to northern California for a family reunion centered on a special event: our daughter’s dance showcase. I had a fever that finally broke at 3 a.m., just six hours before we were to board our flight. Unfortunately, other flu symptoms did not abate. In fact, they grew worse over the next two days. But there are some events you can never replicate and this was one of them.
Both of our daughters started taking lessons at dance studios just after the diaper stage and continued through their college years. Our younger daughter is graduating early next year, so this was her final performance. That also means it was our final time as parents to attend one of their dance shows after 20-plus years.
Students can choreograph dances, and Alex’s number last year was a huge hit (and that’s not just me sayin’ it, either). This year, she decided to stick with the fun vibe and also pay tribute to her many years of dance with a 2-minute number that I don't think she started until about four weeks before the show. (Watch the video and you'll find out why.)
This was taken on opening night. The next night, we had better seats and I could have gotten a better video with more of the audience’s enthusiasm and the dancer’s animation. But I didn’t want anything to come between me and that last dance. Not a camera. Not a comment. And certainly not loud stomach gurgles and dry heaves I tried so hard to suppress.
11 comments:
Congratulations to Alex! That was such a fun number. My daughter also did dance, this reminded me of all her competitions that I attended :) Thanks for sharing.
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Bravo!
Congrats to your daughter! I've got to admit that I'm not into dnace (it's a male thing), but I still can't help but be amazed at the hours and effort that go into pulling off a three minute dance. Not to mention the athelticism and fitness required to perform. Well done!
And congrats to her on her upcoming graduation! How exciting!
Congratulations to your daughter and I hope you are feeling better.
Congratulations to your daughter! good job!
That was a blast! Thanks for sharing.
That's a lot of dance recitals you've been too, but I can't blame you for not missing this one...no matter what!
Glad you had fun, despite being sick. My sister goes to Davis! I really need to visit her some time..
How kewl is that! I love it.
Thanks for sharing.
Hope you're feeling better now.
Woohoo, Alex! Good song choice too; I'm glad she went with fun.
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