Author Archives: Poppy Chiffon

Ask Poppy—How To Judge Character By Dancing

March 4, 2010 – 12:20 am

Dear Poppy,
When I dance with my fiance he meanders around seemingly trying to run into everything, including other couples, coming our way. He’s inconsiderate and thoughtless. I don’t know how to bring this to his attention. Can you help me, Poppy?
Helpless Follow

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Ask Poppy—”Leading” Must Be A Misleading Word

February 25, 2010 – 12:15 am

Dear Poppy,
I love to dance, but when I go out I don’t get asked to dance very much at all. I think that I am a good dancer. I do feel that most of the leads are not leading. They say that I am heavy and they have to drag me. I feel that I am [...]

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Ask Poppy—The Music Is The First Connection We Have In Partner Dancing

February 18, 2010 – 12:30 am

Dear Poppy,
I want to learn to Salsa dance. When I go out I hear Salsa bands and Salsa music playing and the music makes my body want to get up and move. I really enjoy the sounds and rhythms. I am just a little afraid of dancing with a partner and connecting with [...]

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Ask Poppy—Celebrate Valentines’ Day At Dance Station’s “Love” Showcase!

February 11, 2010 – 12:15 am

Dear Poppy,
What is there to do to celebrate Valentines’ Day? Please give me some ideas. Thanks.
Cupid
Dear Cupid,
Sweetie, there is only one thing to do this weekend for Valentines’ Day and that is to go to Dance Station’s “Love” Showcase in association with the Santa Fe Performing Arts at the Armory for the Arts Theater at 1050 Old Pecos Trail. There [...]

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Ask Poppy—How To Overcome Your Stage Fright.

February 4, 2010 – 11:38 am

Dear Poppy,
Poppy, I am getting stage fright already for the upcoming “Love” Showcase February 12 and 13. Are there any tips you might have to help me get rid of this phenomenon? I am getting butterflies in my stomach already. I know it will just get worse the closer we get to performing. [...]

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Ask Poppy—The “Love” Bug Has Bitten Dance Station!

January 28, 2010 – 12:10 am

Dear Poppy,
Dance Station has been really active lately. What is going on? I can feel a vibration that I haven’t felt before in the classes and all around the studio. Have I missed something?
Curious Observer

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Ask Poppy—What Aroma Do You Leave Behind After Dancing With Someone?

January 14, 2010 – 12:15 am

Dear Poppy,
I go out dancing regularly and find it hard to dance with some ladies who wear sleeveless tops. When we are finished dancing my shirt sleeve smells like their arm pit, not a good aroma to leave behind. Another woman may be wearing too much perfume and leave her scent all over my shirt. By [...]

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