It's a good thing I'm pretty good at handling emotional roller coasters, because my life has been one for a while now. I'm handling it so I don't mind, but it's been crazy!
Today I'd like to talk about my emotions on a very touchy subject. It's what started my biggest fear in my life, and it still comes back to haunt me sometimes. I'm talking about the death of my 7th grade dance teacher. I just counted on my fingers and I think that today marks the 10 year anniversary of a wonderful woman's death. She was driving on an icy patch of road to look at land for a new dance studio for the girls she loved when her car skidded, went in to water where she hit her head and drowned while unconscious. I will never forget the day that I found out. I'm not sure if I'm ready to share the story yet, but I think that this day is one of the many reasons why my best friend since second grade is still my best friend. We're each others' guardian angels, and we've always been there for each other. This day was no exception.
To sum it all up, this day is scary. I live a normal life now, not thinking of my teacher every day, but I dedicated my senior choreography performance to her. She is the reason I could manage to live through the sometimes torturous dance school, why I feel at ease in a studio, and why I can still smile with tears in my eyes every time I hear certain songs. She is always my inspiration when I need a boost, and I know she's still with me every day. I don't care how sappy that is, it's how I feel.
So whoever reads this, listen. Take some time to think about someone who can be those things for you. Tell me who it is. If they're still here, give them a call, a hug, anything. Let them know that they are not forgotten. This day is bittersweet and lovely all at the same time.
Current song - I Hope You Dance - Lee Ann Womack
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