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Bon Ballet Diary – September 26,2016

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It recently occurred to me that I have now been doing ballet for over a month! One.Whole.Month. Of challenges, pure enjoyment, and self discovery. I can remember how nervous I was to go into class not knowing anything at all and being the only adult among younger students with more years of experience. I found myself nearly not going because I felt like I would be ridiculed and looked down upon by not only the kids, but the ballet moms (and dads)! Remember to tell yourself that the other students are not there to focus on you, but on their own development as much as you will be. The studio should foster a positive environment where discipline, fun, and productive criticisms are welcome. After the first day I felt at ease. I found that the group I’m surrounded by truly are incredibly encouraging even if I had two left feet that day. Now let’s dive into some exciting growth I’ve had most recently! During my most recent class we were working on our degages. I, …

Bon Ballet Diary – September 8th, 2016

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I wanted to add something new to Miss Alice Beauty and share a bit about a new challenge I have undertaken! The “Bon Ballet Diary” will be a weekly installment of the challenges, obstacles, and rewards of starting ballet at twenty-something with no prior experience. I embarked on this journey despite the fact that I am in a class of hyper fourteen year olds and against all gravitational odds that make me feel less than graceful. Thus far I have had four classes of which I have been cramming more vocabulary then an elementary school class. Tendus, arabesques, releves, and more that I can’t even remember! As far as feeling sore…let’s just say getting out of bed has never felt more awful yet rewarding. I am beyond excited to learn and grow more. I have taken it upon myself to work on flexibility and strengthening from home. Here are a few of my favorites from the last few gym visits: Ballet Beautiful: Lean Legs  and Butt Shaper with Mary Helen Bowers Flexibility Stretches with Psyche Truth …

Life Updates!

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Hello everyone! I cannot describe how happy I am to share another post with all of you! I want to apologize for having disappeared this past month. I graduated from my university and was offered a full time position that had me running to pack my belongings with it’s quick start date! Everything happened so quickly that I barely even had a chance to stop and breathe, haha. Thankfully I have been working around the clock in the training program, soaking in everything like a sponge, and preparing for the final move soon to my permanent location in early July. I am beyond excited to enter this new chapter in my life with all of you! Once I am settled into my permanent location I will try and figure out a regular posting schedule again. The adjustment to this new lifestyle has been a challenge, but I’m always up for one! My current obsession has been interior design! My new apartment is a blank canvas that I cannot wait to decorate and make it feel like …

Casual Brunch

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Hello everyone! I hope all of you are wonderful today as always! Today’s post is rather special being one of the last shoots I took at my university. It is absolutely surreal to be done, but I am excited to take the next step in life. If I’m not obsessing over beauty and fashion, I’m usually talking about food. There are just too many delicious dishes that must be had, right?! The brie my friend and I ordered at this local restaurant was too good to put into words. It was the first time I had ever tried it; I have no idea how I lived without eating this! As for what I wore: shorts to combat the scorching Florida heat, a flowy blouse so no amount of food I eat will show, and my bucket backpack that has been my constant companion these past couple days. – Outfit –  Simply Vera Wang Blouse | Cynthia Rowling Shorts | Vince Camuto Bucket Backpack Until next time. Take care!

Ten Holiday Questions Survey!

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Hello everyone! I came across this fun little survey and decided to share it with all of you. I’m officially tagging all of you. I can’t wait to see your responses! 1. Do you hang mistletoe? I don’t have mistletoe, but I think it would be cute idea. I may go out and get one for this year! 2. When do you hang your decorations up? After Thanksgiving is usually when my family and I put up decorations. We prefer to enjoy one holiday at a time! 3. Do you open gifts on Christmas Eve? My family and I do celebrate Christmas on the 24th with the big dinner and gathering. At midnight we open out gifts and use the 25th to enjoy our goodies! 4. Real tree or fake tree? For the past few years, my family has been purchasing real trees as opposed to using a fake and I certainly love real far more! 5. What tops your tree? A star. 6. What is on your Christmas wishlist this year? A camera that is a step up from my old point-and-shoot that I’m …