SWEET 80s CHILD OF MINE

MISS EMMA, an 80s baby is about to turn 21!! I have taken a look back at pics of me in the 80s ( at one stage thought I may even publish one) but that may forever tarnish my mystique! the 80s it seems was not my era! I will however be in 80s garb along with my family on Saturday night to celebrate EJDJ's coming of age! look out for pics next week! HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEAUTIFUL! I think it was Em's 21st that prompted the really expensive moisturiser purchase! It is kinda sobering but incredibly special when you have taught someone their entire childhood and then that someone works for you and becomes one of your most adored! Emma assures me I have never changed.................but then she is that kind of girl! I would give her the key to the door but let's face it, she has had it for years and most nights she has to lock up anyway because I can't find mine! LOVE YOU EJDJ!

PITTER PATTER PITTER PATTER- IS THAT LITTLE TINY DANCING FEET I HEAR?

"Before you were born, I carried you under my heart. From the moment you arrive in this world until the moment I leave it, I will always carry you in my heart."
- Mandy Harrison
It is no surprise that I love Babies, ask any poor baby who is wheeled into the studio! I within but a heartbeat am diving into the recesses of prams, mothers arms or baby pouches for a peek! I LOVE BABIES! I have four beautiful children who were it seems just days ago cocooned in my arms as newborns. CLUCK! CLUCK! I am so excited that my great friend and my lovely pas de deux partner in Stepping Out is but 7 weeks from encountering her own miracle when she gazes into her own baby's eyes for the first time. That first meeting of mother and child is truly magical. You look into your child's eyes and you see a profound beauty and wisdom. Leesa is looking heartbreakingly beautiful and all aglow with her beautiful baby! I can't wait to meet this special little person and share in each step that he/she will make. STEPPING OUT is holding a BABY SHOWER this Sunday, March 22nd at the Milestone Hotel to celebrate the impending arrival. celebrations will kick off at 11am and all who know and love Leesa are most welcome. Come and have a champagne with us. See you there!

GUESS WHO IS GOING TO SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE FRIDAY NIGHT?

RA HA HA yes it is I?? Are you all insanely jealous? Will I be toting "STEPPING OUT ROCKS" sign or will I be too enamoured by Jason Coleman to care? Will I storm judges table and angrily demand Danny be reinstated? Will I be mistaken for Bonnie Lythgoe and be whisked into VIP entrance? ( hope not- have a new moisturiser that claims in 4 weeks I will look 10 years younger!!)Will Nat Bassingthwaite go missing and I mysteriously appear on stage as guest host? ( Nat gaffered taped and in my handbag!!) RA HA HA so many questions people and you will have to wait until Sunday night to see. ( all those who receive my show text messages never fear I will give you updates ASAP) I hear that mobile phones are confiscated.....it will be like they sever a limb? So, in the meantime, what to wear?

MISS RIKKI'S GRIPE

Ok gripe is putting it rather mildly! I AM OUTRAGED!! I cannot believe that Danny has been robbed of his place in TOP 10! I am flipping cartwheels in joy that Dubbo Boy Charles is there but devastated that Danny whom I consider an amazing technician, big personality and soulful dancer will not be on the national tour! Let's face it we all wanted to see that developpe' to second in the flesh! ROBBED! ROBBED! ROBBED! Ask Senior Contemporary in Dubbo my reaction, it was open mouthed, it was speechless and yes, there were tears. We had a minute's silence for him as I reflected on his brilliance and the cruel twist of fate that had ripped him from my viewing pleasure! I will miss his artistry and his mo hawk! I spent Tuesday in a state of shock hoping and wishing that there would be shock announcement ( like Big Brother's reinstatement of Bree when there had been an error in vote calculation) but it seems it is not to be. I almost wanted to boycott the show ( almost- that was just a dramatic reaction.) Adeiu my fair Danny!

EISTEDDFOD ENTRIES

Gulgong Eisteddfod Entries close 11th March and Dubbo Entries close Monday 23rd March! Remember, this is individual entrant's responsibility! Please do not leave it to the last minute!

TO THE POINTE'

I am charging up camera in readiness for tomorrow's rehearsals! I hope everyone made it to their Costume Fitting yesterday! We are so excited to have Miss Leesa in attendance assisting in the creative vision! Anyway, as I was charging up the battery I found some old pics, namely of our girls first pointe class and Cale's dance class debut! Take a look! I had a brain wave tonight about some new group routines! INSPIRING STUFF! I can't believe how much we have achieved in but a few short weeks!Some routines are almost done so after tomorrow we should be full steam ahead! It really is fantastic working in such a creative hub with so much energy and enthusiasm. Thanks everyone for contributing so much! the mood is electric!

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

I got to spend Valentines Day doing what I love best and that is dancing! Now I am home with my other ultimate love, MY FAMILY! I wish you all a lovely day of loving and appreciating all those who make our heart sing! The Victorian Bushfires remind us all how essential it is that we embrace the now and cherish our most precious. Our simple acts of love are our greatest rewards. Be it a smile, a job well done, a kind word. Give your love and your time to those who really matter! To all of those people who have lost so much in the last week, our thoughts and our prayers!

2009 starts with a BANG

I have been flat out 'Stepping out" into the new year at the FACTORY! I have neglected the blog but am back with new found enthusiasm and many tales to tell. We have had a phenomenal start to 2009 and I am just loving the students and the brilliant atmosphere alive at the studio! I am home from a big day at the studio working with the soloists today! I spend a big day there Saturday but am so impressed with the enthusiasm and obvious rehearsal that is happening! You were all fantastic today and my soloists during the week have also proved a most lovely and inspiring means to spend my time.
We have had three lovelies commence pointe work this year! Go Paris, Courtney & Brandi! Well done girls! I still remember the excitement of getting my first pair and I am so proud and honoured to be sharing this special moment in your dancing with you!
We have welcomed many and I mean many new faces and it has been awesome! So nice to meet you all! I am so loving teaching you all and I know Miss Emma is loving you all too. Miss Leesa is missing us madly as we are missing her! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS LEESA!Our 2009 group routines are off to a fantastic start and Miss Leesa is coming on board to aid in our vision! Gulgong Eisteddfod entries close 11th March! For all info and syllabus and entry form go to www.gulgong.net.
Dubbo Syllabus is now available from Totally Music in Whylandra St!

SO WE KNOW HIS BROTHER CAN DANCE SO LET'S MAKE SURE WE VOTE!!!

The wonderful Anthony Bartley was fortunate enough to be in the studio audience on Friday night lending his brotherly support to big bro Charlie Bartley as he made his TOP 20 SYTYCD Debut! Anthony assures me that his handsome face will also be seen on our TVS so make sure you keep a look out for him! As you marvel at Charlie's dancing don't forget to also grab for your phones and sms or ring in your vote for this super talented Dubbo Boy! So people, Sunday night 7.30pm, tune in for a great night of dancing! I can't wait to hear all about it from Anthony (but I can't believe you didn't say Hi to Jason for me.) Anyway, I will get Anthony to send us a pic so you remember who you have to vote for! It is so exciting! Also don't forget the E Man from Orange!

Ole Ole Ole Ole Feeling Hot Hot Hot!!

Don't forget to bring your water, hand towels and fire extinguishers as the STUDIO is going to be SMOKIN HOT tomorrow and not just with the soaring temps but the huge levels of energy and excitement!! See You all tomorrow!