-the analogy of the sculptor to explain allocation of energy to specific areas and release of energy where it is unnecessary (eg: relax hip and back in leg hold)
-there are only so many magicians out there (they number somewhere between zombies and changelings); even the realm of magic has been affected by the economic downturn
-the hand initiates the forward cambre and invites the torso to bend down
-future knitting projects: scarf, hat, leg warmers, ribcage
-white eye shadow applied to the corners opens the eyes
-last detail before the show: smile! There are few things more disconcerting than a sparkly gauzy flower with a grim look of death on her face
-live breathe eat ballet...what an extraordinary week within an extraordinary year
