Diary Of A Traveling Ballerina (Part Two)
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Diary Of A Traveling Ballerina (Part Two)

Rehearsals, rehearsals and more rehearsals.

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Diary Of A Traveling Ballerina (Part Two)
Indian Country Today

Dear Diary,

We just finished the second full week of rehearsals. Thankfully, I only had to be at the studio one day, although I was there for two days helping clean and sew costumes. Earlier in the week, I got the opportunity to go home and work. My presence was definitely made known at Silver Dollar City for those days I was there.

I was very thankful for some awesome customers this week that made things easier. I worked 42 hours in three days. It was rough, but I did it. One couple gave me a $10 tip and that rarely happens in my shop. But, that meant so much to me. It has helped in ways I didn't even know I needed help this week.

When I arrived back in Tulsa on Wednesday, I decided to drive through downtown just for entertainment. I rarely venture to downtown when I'm at school, so it was a nice change of scenery. Later on Wednesday evening, I drove around downtown Sand Springs with a friend of mine. She got free entertainment from the fact that there was a single car train go across the tracks, and I had no idea how to react to it.

Thursday was our first full dress rehearsal without the pros that have been hired to perform with us. It went fairly smooth once we got through the first run-through. We met our stage manager and helped get things organized. I got to talk to her after rehearsal and told her that if she needs any help that I'm willing to help. That's how I ended up at the studio on Friday. On Friday, I cleaned the studio, I started learning how to use a sewing machine, I met our pros, and drove all over Pawhuska. Friday evening, a reception was held at the Osage Nation Museum. It was a meet-and-greet for the professional dancers. I went for a little bit before I had to head back to Arkansas.

Now this weekend, my plans are to pack, pack, and pack. I officially move back out to Tulsa on August 1. I have full days of rehearsals on Tuesday and Wednesday. Thursday morning, we load up our bus and the Osage Ballet will be Santa Fe bound. I'm getting excited for the trip and performances, but I'm missing church camp this week.

To my church family at Indian Falls Creek this week, I miss you all! I pray that this week is eye opening for each of you. I pray that God works wonders in your life. And know that I'm watching the evening tabernacle services with y'all, so I'm still there! . . . Kinda.

Until next week,

Shelbs

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