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[Deebs]

Originally Posted by ToriBear

I was Bella Swan at only one dance, and I think you can guess which one.

Polka, mein liebchen!


But actually, I dig this one more.

Originally Posted by Disneyphile

There were times when I wanted to throw in the towel... learning the limitations and impact that being fat can have on my body, while watching everyone around me not have the same struggles (like being able to stretch their legs high because they don't have large stomachs in the way). There were times that I would stress and cry because I thought I would never make it.

I really understand what you mean about struggling against your own body. When I think of all the time I wasted not dancing because of self consciousness about not having the perfect dancing body! There are very few people naturally gifted with all the assets for dance. I remember when I first talked to NA about dance and complained that I was too short for ballet. But she shared that she had always felt too tall! I could hardly fathom it; I thought all dancers were tall. You mention your stomach being in the way -- my chest was my obstacle. Boobs and ballet do not a great mix make. If we let it, something will always stop us.

And, I stuck it out, even with my limited range of motion. And, my instructor congratulated me last night, and even noted how I've developed some excellent technique and have come a very long way since the first day.

So, yeah.... FAT CHICK PREVAILED!!!

Go you! Congrats for not letting anything stop you.

Originally Posted by €uroMeinke

Disneyphile - You Rock! Keep on Dancing!

Indeed! And thank you for participating in the thread. I know you are an admirer of the art form. I'm always so glad to read you in here.