Good morning and welcome to a Friday heading into the weekend!!
I have been feeling a few butterflies over the last few days which I bet will intensify as we get closer to the big Dancing with the Stars Finale on Sunday. Clark(my dance partner) and I had our last rehearsal at Tranter Institute yesterday and I found myself feeling a little forklempt as well as I reflected back on what an amazing experience this whole dancing adventure has been. I owe most of that to my partner Clark, who has given so much of his time, has dedicated himself with all of his heart, and has been beyond patient and kind with me as I attempted to learn how to dance. I couldn't have asked for a finer teacher or partner for this experience and he'll forever have my gratitude for his unflagging support and commitment throughout this entire journey.
It's hard to believe it all comes down to this...one night....one night to get it right in front of all of those people! I also want to thank my parents and my sister who have driven for over an hour up to Barrie every week to watch me dance....have helped me with my costumes...and have cheered me on no matter what...even when my Swing dance didn't quite swing the way I'd hoped...there they were...in the front row...beaming from ear to ear...as if I'd just danced Swan Lake at the National Ballet...every week...just seeing them there...supporting me as they always do...truly...it made my heart feel so full I thought it might burst...seriously...could a girl get any luckier?
For tickets to the Gala...visit www.tranterinstitute.com
On another note...I want to extend a special thank you to everyone who has entered our Ultimate Loser contest...I know from experience how hard it is to share such personal stories about your struggles with weight with people who essentially...you dont really know...I just want you all to know that I've been there and I get it...and I feel so honoured that you trust us enough to share your stories with us...I dont take it lightly and I applaud your courage in doing so...I promise all of you that your stories have come to a safe place.
I am already dreading the process of selecting entries...all of you are worthy of being in this contest...unfortunately, we only have room for eight so what we're going to do to make it fair is to draw from the entries we've recieved to determine the final eight. If luck doesn't swing your way, dont despair...I think following the others along their journey just might inspire you to get started on your own...in the meantime...thank you again...you truly inspire me:)
Have a great weekend,
Tara