Welcome to part 1 of our summer stories! We thought it'd be fun to give everyone an idea of how each dancer spends their time during BE's off-season. We hope you're all staying cool and enjoying some time with family and friends!
Also, we want to thank everyone for your prayers during the recent Waldo Canyon Fire. We are all so thankful that our families and homes are safe and that none of us had to evacuate. The fire was an incredible reminder of how not-in-control we really are; we're continuing to pray for the many families who lost their homes and for continued strength for the firefighters who will be fighting fires all summer long.
Dancer #1: Melanie Dexter
Travel plans? I'll be in Colorado Springs for the summer, but I'm excited to be visiting Oregon with my husband Tyler in less than a week! We're looking forward to spending time with his family and camping on the beautiful Oregon coast.
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| Colorado homebodies! |
Summer job? Yes, I'm actually working part-time for Ballet Emmanuel booking events for the fall! We're going to have a very busy season....and I'm already looking forward to it. Tyler and I have also kept busy with our photography business (
www.tmdexterphotography.com) shooting weddings and engagement sessions. We love photography!
How did you spend your 4th of July? Well, it was a little sad to be without fireworks this year due to the fire, but I still had a great time BBQing with friends! I also made my mom's awesome 4th of July cake to share (it was delish!).
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| Happy 4th of July! |
Favorite summer activity? Probably having friends over for dinner and games, Tyler and I love doing that! Also, having iced coffee or iced tea everyday multiple times a day.
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| At the beautiful Dushanbe Teahouse in Boulder, CO |
Summer highlight? This isn't really a highlight, but experiencing the Waldo Canyon Fire was something I will never forget. It was horrible...but also amazing to see how Colorado Springs responded with compassion for those who were directly affected. This city has had some major praying going on here this summer!
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| Waldo Canyon Fire |
What are you most excited about regarding BE's upcoming season? Our new dancer Mia! And our new concert for the season, I'm really excited about the story we're telling.
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| Say hi to our newest company member, Mia! (she's in the middle) |
Sounds like you are having a fun filled and productive summer. I'm looking forward to the new ballet/concert too. I wonder what the costumes will be like.......Lori :0)
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