Can you believe it, I’ve been in Charleston for over THREE months. I’ve been settling into life here, learning the city, and getting my house, including my personal dance studio, in order. One of the first iconic places I visited after moving to Charleston was the fishing pier on Folly Beach on James Island. We…
Read detailsAfter a lifetime in Birmingham, AL I will be moving to the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina. This is my goodbye. Charleston, here I come! A new world opened up for me in 2001 when I first saw a live belly dance performance. From that point on I have studied, practiced, performed and taught…
Read detailsThe legend of Valentine’s Day dates back to the middle ages, where Saint Valentine, who had been imprisoned for performing weddings, healed the daughter of his jailers. Before his execution he wrote her a letter and signed it “From your Valentine”, and thus the Valentine tradition was born. Today women want chocolates and jewelry in…
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Let’s face it, the holiday’s are not great for your routine. Between baking feasts for your family and cleaning the house for your in-laws, there isn’t much time left for you. Halloween starts off the season with late nights spent crafting costumes for the kids and it doesn’t stop there. Before you know it Thanksgiving…
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The holidays are upon us, and that includes picking out fabulous gifts for friends and family. What gifts should you give the belly dancer on your nice (or naughty) list? Accessories or music would be my top picks. Stay away from actual costumes, bra/belt sets are better when planned and measured. Pricey props are also…
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