Mini-Fest

The second weekend of September is Mini-Fest, put on by Halima to showcase Desert Gypsy, Gypsy Rhythm and Gypsy Melody for all the hard work they put in for the season. Also, groups that took summer classes from Halima, Kalista and Odessa perform their dances. This year we had a short program, but there was a lot of talent to be seen. One of Viktoria's troupes performed as well as one of Thia's. We were very glad for their participation.

The above picture is a group that performed an Aztec folklore dance. I didn't get a dance line-up, so I'm unable to give you the name of their group. However, I do know that Ariel with Gypsy Rhythm is a co-worker with one of the members. She helped coordinate them coming out to perform. I really enjoyed the high energy they brought.

These ladies are with the Black Star Dance Co, also known as Indie Kumari. We love having them come out to perform at Mini-Fest. They have a mesmerizing style of dance.

This year DG gave our directors a wall hanging. Here above are Halima and Kalista. We want to let them know we appreciate them and the hard work they do for DG.

....and now the season is over, but we can't stop dancing. We'll see each other soon in classes, workshops and at performances. I wish everyone well that is not returning to DG next year. I consider each and everyone of the ladies I've danced with the past three years as my friends - beautifully talented.

Latin Festival

Yesterday, Saturday, Desert Gypsy performed at the Latin Festival. It's the third time I've had the opportunity to perform at the festival. A little over a week ago I was asked to do a free style solo to transition between some of the dances we had lined up. I managed to find some music and dance half free style and half choreographed song. Free style is not my strength, but the anxiety, anticipation and experience of it all makes it worth while.

It has been fun getting to know the girls in my troupe and the other troupes better this year. Only one more performance left for the season...Mini Fest.

UVU Exhibit

Tonight I went with the Broadhead family to the da Vinici Experience exhibit at the Woodbury Art Museum. Did you know that da Vinci wasn't just famous for the Mona Lisa (which I have seen), but also for his thirst for knowledge to understand everything in the universe. Well, that's what it felt like to me. There were some replicas of his inventions at the exhibit where we were allowed to move them around to see how they functioned. I think dad would have a great time at the exhibit. They even had some crafts for kids at the end of the exhibit. It will be at the museum through October.

Lots of Birthdays

Happy Birthday to all the August people...
Ariana, Josh, Emily, Max and David! ! ! ! !

I hope everyone had (or will have) a great day.

Cindy's Visit

A week ago, Monday, Cindy was in town for a visit. She brought Jeffrey and Elizabeth but had to leave Sam behind. Work can sometimes get in the way. Anyhow, we met up at Andy and Rynell's to have dinner and catch-up on things. I barely saw the kids because they were having too much fun playing. It was nice for the adults so we could have a conversation.