Class 1
McKenna had been saying for months that she wanted to learn how to be a ballerina. So we signed her up. It was tough to watch the first class. She seemed sad and disappointed. The teacher said it was fairly normal for a first class at this age. She looked adorable.
Class 2
She said she wanted to go back, so we signed her up for 9 weeks. So we got her a new leotard and new ballet shoes. The next class went slightly better, but its like she's afraid to try. And I don't know how to get her over that.
This was before class actually started. Just goofing around and having fun. It seemed like that was the only part of class she enjoyed.
This one doesn't really have anything to do with dance class. But she's cute.
Class 3
She's still so reluctant to try. I try to be encouraging and not push her too hard, but its so frustrating because she just won't try. I tell her it doesn't matter how good she is. Just trying is all that matters and thats how she'll learn.
She was all about the costume though.
A few random, non dance things
An oldie...
Class 4
Well, in cases there were huge improvements. And in others it felt like it was that first class again. Between classes 3 and 4 I kept asking if she wanted to practice at home and every time I got a no. I really don't know what to do. I'm still hoping that it will come together for her and she can enjoy it. If not we've got 5 weeks to go.
She dances to the beat of her own drummer...and sometimes to the one everyone else hears too.
