ilove-bellydance:

bigtimebellydance:

Our dance club president posted this video the other day, and it delighted me so much it nearly made me cry.  As a big girl, one doesn’t tend to see many examples of performers who look like you on stage; much less those who are beautiful, talented, polished & wondermous, and who really do make you proud to be just what you are- a curvy lady…  So this performance really hit home for me. :)  

I love her exuberance, the sharpness of her movements, her expressions, and her animated, delightful energy.  She has SUCH a sense of fun here, as well as awesome showmanship!  Plus, she looks truly amazing & polished in her gorgeous red costume, and her whole countenance is vibrant & alive. ^_^  (Not tired and droopy- which are characteristics that can plague dancers of ALL sizes, but which may take a much greater toll on a big dancer’s performance; and give some unknowing audience members the idea that we’re all just worn out & lacking in overall stamina & energy.)  

Plus the interplay between her and the drummer is a riot, and exactly like what I’ve been taught should exist between a dancer and his/her drummer. :)  She connects with both audience and musicians, and that seriously rocks. ^_^

So what do you think of her work?  Her appearance?  I think she’s gorgeous, and as an example to other fluffy dancers everywhere, I find this video heartening & inspiring as hell. :)  How ‘bout you?

Perfect commentary, really. All I can say is, I love this performance! I feel so much joy watching her dance. -Corinne

Second belly-dancing related thing I’ve reblogged today! I am in love.

My first reaction was: “I wish I could do that.”

I probably could, in my room or privately with some belly-dancing babes, but definitely not on stage - unless I somehow find the antidote to extreme performance anxiety.

I am completely mesmerized by her belly.