Taya - Alta Ballroom JV Showcase

The first week of April was Taya's Alta Ballroom JV Showcase. . . her final ballroom concert.

This was super exciting; she has worked so so so hard this year as dance captain, & at the same time there were many many tears.  This would be the last time she dances for a very long time.  It was bitter-sweet for her & for me.  Having a senior tugs at a mom's heartstrings in so many ways.  I'm so proud of her & so excited for the adventures that lie ahead, but I will miss this. . . & I will miss her.

The mom's all decorated the PAC in school colors with the dancer's pictures, etc.  Taya was one of 2 seniors on the team so she had a big poster made for her in the lobby.  It was SO MUCH FUN.

She danced beautifully.  I am so very proud of her.  She has worked SO hard the last 3 years learning how to dance ballroom.  She loves it & it's been such a wonderful experience for her.

Since she was one of 2 seniors on the team, she got to dance a "senior solo" which was really special.  She danced the Viennese Waltz with Xander.  Her friend, Calvin choreographed the solo & they practiced for months.  It turned out beautiful.

Here is a collection of the professional photos that were taken during the performance.  I love every single one Taya is in.  She is so beautiful & is having so much fun out there.

After the performance there were many, many tears.  Taya knew this part of her life was done (for now) & it really hit her hard.  All the girls & boys on her team were teary as well.  They've grown to love each other like brothers & sisters & have become so very close.  Everyone wanted pictures with Taya before she graduated.  She worked so hard as dance captain & her team loved her.  They will truly miss her.

Congratulations Taya.  You were amazing.  You will never forget this experience.  It has shaped you into an amazing young woman, taught you leadership skills, taught you strength, & was an amazing time in your life.  We are so proud of you.