First Goal Accomplished!

Last Saturday I competed and placed FIRST in bronze level multi dance for chacha and rumba at the River City Ball Amateur Ballroom Dance Competition in Portland. My long time friend Gary and I competed against approximately 10 other couples. Now I can happily say that my first goal to compete in a dance competition in 2011 has been accomplished. Moving on to the next goal. Stay tuned!

Put on your dancing shoes & follow my lead!

Dancing is my passion. I have loved dancing since I was very young. I remember my aunt teaching me the hula dance when I was about 6 or 7 yrs old. A year or two later, I took a summer hula class and performed on stage. Wow! I loved it. 

In high school there was a group of girls that took dance and I would watch their rehearsals, remember the steps then go home and try to do the dance. Because my parents could not afford to send me to dance classes, I just spent time watching and immitating. 

When I got to college, I auditioned for the University Dance Troup and was accepted. That was the beginning of my "dance fever". I tried to learn as much as I could and loved performing on stage.

Dancing took the back burner as I started a family. It was not until about 5 years ago when I got back into dance. My daughter Eliza introduced me to a Salsa Rueda dance studio in Portland. Dancing soon became a big part of my life again. Not only is it a great way to stay active and fit, but it also reduces stress and keeps me happy. For the past couple of years I have been teaching at this Salsa studio on Friday nights. I always have free passes, so feel free to call or e-mail me and I can mail some to you so you can try it for free on your first visit.

This year I will be hosting my 2nd Annual Fiesta and towards the end of the night I'll be teaching SALSA! With good food, music, and dancing, this is a fun-filled opportunity for me to stay in touch with my past clients and friends. 

I always enjoy the opportunity to show my appreciation to those who have supported me over the past several years. The Real Estate business has been hit hard the past few years and without the encouragement and moral support from friends, family, and past clients, the hardships would have felt much heavier. This annual event is my way of saying "Thank You" for all your continued support. And who knows? Maybe you, too, will develop a shared passion for dancing.