.The Unconventional Life.

.5,6,7,8.

Today was a learning experience. Auditioning is an intimidating process. If you were ever afraid of being judged before, try being judged the moment you walk through the door…everyone sizing each other up. Whispering, “does she point from her toes or her ankles?” “Look at her leotard…” etc etc. Then, the ultimate moment of judging comes, your heart begins to flutter violently. Your palms sweaty with anxiety. Your ears hot with intimidation of what is yet to come. Then, you stand center floor. The piano begins to play….5,6,7,8.

.It’s time.

The first moment your toes leave the ground, they are pointed to their fullest extent. Your mind is buzzing…scrambling to remember choreography you only just learned. Your fingers reaching to the depths of the earth pulling all life from the outside so that each line is elongated. And then, in the blink of an eye, it’s over. And you’re faced with a harsh reality.

“NEXT.”  

The audition panel yells. Did I do OK? Were my feet pointed? Eyes off the floor? The only words you can manage to utter. And then you wait. Wait for what feels like an eternity. Will they call my name? Was I good enough? Each time more critical than the last, and if your endeavors were not accomplished, it does not mean you failed. It simply means try harder. You lay your head on your pillow at night reminiscing on the days events…yea. It’s just a normal day…

…in the life of a dancer.

Xoxo

Sara Ash

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.Reflection.

Hello All!

I hope everything is well in the Tumblr world. Time is winding down with school! After next week, I will be DONE with my classes and entering the waiting period before graduation!(Ohhhh my gahhhhhh!) So yesterday was Resurrection Sunday, known by many as Easter…Myself and 3 of my dear friends went to a church service and the message was very well received…the pastor spoke about resurrection and how it isn’t simply a one time occurance. It’s a lifestyle. Resurrection can mean more than one thing. It can even play a vital role when it comes to dealing with your dreams..

.That in itself gave me a lot to think about.

I remember feeling like a little fish in a big pond when I first moved to DC…wondering where this journey would lead me…wondering what my destination would be. As time progressed, and I settled into college life, I learned so much about myself. Who Sara is…or was I suppose I should say. I really learned the ins and outs of me. And in learning that, I realized that it’s not always about finding a destination, because the final destination is death. Its about creating your footprints. Realizing what you want to leave behind. The impressions you want to make on people’s lives.

.Impact.

I also learned its not about going on a path you think is “socially acceptable,” but more so about being who you are…and accepting it. Because when you think back on life, it;s important to be in love with the person you’ve become. Not dwell on the person you wish you were. Resurrect your dreams. Do what you love, and do it often. Make work, play. Live your dream and wear your passion. 

Happy Monday!

Xoxo

Sara Ash

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