Author Archives: Poppy Chiffon

Ask Poppy—You’re Never Too Old To Dance!

September 2, 2010 – 12:41 am

Dear Poppy, I have a non-dancing husband and I haven’t danced in years. Am I too old to begin dancing again? Will I have to learn to follow all over again? Old Dancer

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Ask Poppy—Build Your Confidence With Dancing Skills!

August 26, 2010 – 12:39 pm

Dear Poppy, I am afraid to ask someone to dance. I think that they will turn me down, or even laugh at me. How can I build my confidence to ask someone to dance? Fearful of Rejection

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Ask Poppy—Is It Proper For A Lady To Ask A Man To Dance?

August 19, 2010 – 2:39 pm

Dear Poppy, I am a single woman of good virtue. I was wondering (hoping), is it proper to ask a man to dance or will my image be painted desperate? Lonely But Not Desperate 

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Ask Poppy—Are You Feeling Overwelmed About The Summer Showcase?

August 12, 2010 – 3:09 pm

Dear Poppy, I can’t stop thinking about all the technique, my footwork, my posture, the choreography, …, AHHHHHHHHHHH! I have practiced so much and worked so hard for the opportunity to perform at the Summer Showcase, but I am so nervous! I can’t seem to keep my mind from racing through all my routines over and [...]

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Ask Poppy—Keep The Hair Out Of Your Mouth!

August 5, 2010 – 12:30 am

Dear Poppy, The Summer Showcase is just weeks away. I am getting a little nervous and want to check with you about how I should wear my hair. I am dancing both ballroom and Latin dances and my hair is shoulder length. What is appropriate for the showcase? Lil Hair Nervous

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Ask Poppy—Put On Those Sheer To The Waist Pantyhose!

July 29, 2010 – 12:30 am

Dear Poppy, I have to say that my legs aren’t as shapely as they used to be when I was younger. I am dancing in the up coming Summer Showcase and need to cover up, to support, and to make my legs look beautiful. What type of pantyhose do you suggest look best and give good support at the same [...]

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Ask Poppy—Feel The Music In The Steps!

July 22, 2010 – 12:30 am

    Dear Poppy, Short-Term Dance Memory I cannot seem to remember dance steps that I learn from week to week. Sometimes when I’m dancing I don’t even hear the music because I am trying so hard to remember what foot goes where when (right, left, slow, quick, quick…aargh!) What can I do to remember the steps?

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