Last night after dance class we had a little hafla (belly dance party!). Myself, Jawhara and Laliba Ahteen danced to a song of our choice. Tabia was there but she was too sick to join us. It was nice of her to come even though she was ill. We were all looking forward to seeing Tabia's dance too!
We had all decided not to do any specific choreography and do a free style dance. I am not comfortable at all with not knowing what is happening so for me it was a challenge just to get up there to dance! Even though I know my fellow dancers will be supportive it is still a nerve wracking experience to get up and dance. It is always harder to perform for people you know than strangers.
It was such a pleasure to watch Jawhara and Laliba Ahteen dance! Their own personalities shone through and the joy they took in their dancing was wonderful. Jawhara has a real spark in her eyes and such an expressive face. It all translated into a beautiful, fun dance.
Laliba Ahteen did a more tribal dance which suited her so well. She was more serious in her expressions but it was really fitting to her choice of music and really showed her dance personality too. Her moves were slower and more deliberate and looked so very good!!
I chose the song Into The Night (Santana/Chad Kroeger) as I thought that song was fitting to how I feel when I dance, free. I was really nervous but I told myself ahead of time to feel the music and just dance! I know I did quite a few spins and choo choos with snake arms but other than that I have no idea what else I did! Funny how that happens. What I do remember is hearing clapping and vocalizing coming from my friends.
Afterwards we thought it would be a good idea to start dancing just for each other more often. Its such a boost to know we can be free to dance with each other and not have to worry about being judged or criticized. We become free through dance. If only everyone could feel this good to just be themselves!
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