Category Archives: Philosophizing

How long will it take to eat this elephant. I mean these shoes. I mean whatever.

Posted on February 19, 2013 by

Before class the other day, Triple G pulls out this pair of slippers, and then throws them back in her bag and says, “Damn! I keep forgetting to sew these!” And I’m like, “Right? I’ve got a pair like that … Continue reading →

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What it’s like to be back

Posted on January 30, 2013 by

What’s it like to come back to ballet after a long absence and a baby? It’s like this: I look in the mirror before pliés and see that my waist is thicker, and I think what a relief it is … Continue reading →

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How ballet is good for babies

Posted on January 22, 2013 by

Before class Smirnoff calls me over and gives me a kiss on each cheek and says, “My Dear, I am so glad you are coming to class again,” And I say thank you, And he says, “Not just for you, … Continue reading →

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“The Masters Are Dead and Gone”

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

Pretty much every possible thing you can do with a baby is controversial in some way, to somebody, including simple things that you’d think nobody would care about. Like, How Are You Gonna Feed The Baby? (with my boobs) For … Continue reading →

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The usually reticent Adult Beginner is thrust into the public eye, belly first.

Posted on July 13, 2012 by

Funny thing about being pregnant- And I’m talking the big end of pregnant, not the early just little bit pregnant part- Is that Everybody Can Tell. I fly home solo from New York? Man in seat beside me tells me … Continue reading →

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Quickening

Posted on June 17, 2012 by

Ok so there are certain questions that Everyone asks pregnant ladies: When are you due? (this is when they tell you when their birthday/anniversary/favorite holiday is so you can aim for it) Is it a girl or a boy? (this … Continue reading →

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Oh hai, Gender Stereotypes

Posted on June 5, 2012 by

Was thinking about ballet, and about The Baby, And was thinking to myself: Well, Self, if it’s a boy, and he shows an interest, I will sign him up for ballet. But if it’s a girl I will sign her … Continue reading →

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Partner Work

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

The one thing that I don’t love about my pre-natal yoga class is the Partnered Exercise. You know, you’re all up in your yoga bubble, and then the teacher says, “ok! Pick a partner and find a spot by the … Continue reading →

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When life hands you pointe class

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

Called a friend yesterday, wished him a happy birthday, got off the phone and realized: Dude, a year ago I was late to his birthday dinner because I had pointe class. Dang. That was a year ago. I mean that’s … Continue reading →

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Smirnoff’s advice on selecting a doctor

Posted on May 6, 2012 by

This is just a teaser while I write out the godawful experience that was telling Smirnoff that I’m taking some time off from ballet as per my doctor’s recommendation. Yeah, I told him “doctor” not “midwife”. He is old-school. Not … Continue reading →

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