Each year, a dear friend opens her home to her dance-loving friends. We share great food and either perform or just enjoy watching. My love of dance is great -- that's why one of my upcoming novels is titled, "Flamenco & the Sitting Cat"! The style of Argentine tango that my husband I dance is… Continue reading Tango Elegante Video: “El Día Que Me Quieras” by da-AL
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Don’t by Born in Providence: Reblog
When nowhere seems safe, blogger Born in Providence invites us to find shelter on her Island of Sanctuary…

Don’t show them your drawing
They’ll find the mistakes, compare it to what’s already on the fridge or that Picasso we saw on the field trip last year. Third grade is no excuse; third degree.
Don’t ask them how you look
They’ll find the bump in your pony, the hole in your sock which is already inside your shoe, which are too tight and have a scuff. They’ll see that too. You look tired. Did you even brush your teeth?
Don’t tell them you’re hungry or full
They’ll decide you’re too big, small, selfish, greedy, a bottomless pit, picky. Comparing your plate to everyone with more or less deserving than you, making it impossible to taste or swallow past the lump in your throat.
Don’t offer your opinion even when they ask
They’ll decide their ideas, experiences, thoughts and preferences are superior while simultaneously highlighting why everything that comes out…
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3 Partner Dances Couples Should Learn by Leon Turetsky
Dancing with my honey, my pals, on my own, and watching others dance -- I love all dancing! When ballroom dance instructor Leon Turetsky offered this guest blog post, I was delighted... Partner dancing, known as ballroom dancing, is one of the most rewarding activities couples can do together. You can learn how to dance… Continue reading 3 Partner Dances Couples Should Learn by Leon Turetsky
An Accomplishment by Robert
Video: I’m in Connie DK Lane’s Art Installation
Bravo to fine artist Connie DK Lane for her "Bravura" art show! (Video included at the end of this post.) The opening reception took place outdoors on a sunny breezy afternoon. Special thanks to the gallery director/curator James MacDevitt, Brian Temp, and Sean Yang. Artist, audience, models, and employees socialized and feasted on goodies. An hour… Continue reading Video: I’m in Connie DK Lane’s Art Installation








