Wednesday, January 4, 2012

day 3 - 100 days of dance

Working on a foxtrot routine that is storytelling and open which I am unaccustomed to and while I dislike feeling out of my comfort zone I know that is what growth feels like and that is good for my dancing. Introduced to some new Cha Cha patterns and a few Rumba patterns I liked. Planning a dance party for first timers! If you want an invite find me on facebook: Cathy Lets Dance

Monday, January 2, 2012

day 2:100 days of dance!

Day two of my 100 days of dance involved some one on one instruction and a group class with 7 others!

We reviewed an International Rumba routine where I am still challenged with a gold sequence of turns known as the 3 Threes in the DVIDA syllabus. Need to focus on my spotting in turns.

Reviewed a Jive routine that is new and cannot be danced to strict timing yet but getting closer. I am proud of how quickly I picked up the choreography. High knees! Need to add some shaping and styling.

Next covered the elements of of what will become a ChaCha routine - with timing changes! Exciting as this is the largest number of routines I have had in the can at one time, they are more complex, and I am adding more and more.

The group class was a drop in, meaning any one at any level can show up to join for $10 for an hour's instruction. It's a great way to go and try a dance and see if it is for you. Tonight was salsa, which is so popular in our area you can be out dancing 7 nights a week.

What will day 3 hold? A foxtrot routine! Hope it will be ready before Valentines Day.

Sunday, January 1, 2012

100 Days of Dance - January 1st, 2012

Happy New Year! I don't know what the new year is always a source of inspiration for some people to tackle something that has long been their hearts desire, after all we can each being anew at any given moment we choose, but I am happy for any occasion that motivates people to continue to grow and change. With that in mind I was very excited about returning to my blog, at least for the first 100 days of 2012.

Why? Well, I owe it all to someone I have never met and never thought would be a muse for my blog: Actress,mother,and founder of www.organicliaison.com, Kirstie Alley, who is promoting the 100 days of dance with her dance trainer

Check out the website ...www.100daysofdance.com
and find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/100DaysOfDance

And this article:


And here is the video of her first day - which happens to be where the VIP used to go two step weekly: http://www.100daysofdance.com/#play::http://100days.ol-zone.com/videos/100DaysKickoff-201112311844-360p_24fps.mov

So technically I have gotten a jump start on my dance by going out on New Years Eve to the St. Pete Colisieum to attend Swingin in the New Year's dance. I've been battling a cold that has struck me at this time 3 years in a row. It's a beautiful venue and this year the dance was not over crowded, I got to see some (but not all) friends who were there that I have not seen in too long and to dance with a couple lovely leaders. you can find my photos on facebook - look for CathyLetsDance!

I love the social aspect of dance, and if you are looking to get in some dancing tonight my suggestion is to attend this evenings dance at Zendah Grotto near the Tampa Airport.

More information on facebook:
and they have a meet up group./

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

House of Cherry, inside IMPULSE Pole Studio

Hey yall - I need to tell you about House of Cherry. Operated by Brandi out of Impulse Pole Dance studio, House of Cherry carries the hottest selection of lingerie, shoes and boots, two-piece sets, booty shorts, rompers, hosiery, leg warmers, garters and all exotic dancer accessories.

For special orders and personal shopping assistance, contact store owner, Brandi and uncover your hotness at House of Cherry today!

Address 6346 4th St. N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
Phone 727-342-0222
Email brandi@houseofcherry.com

No website but you can find em on facebook under
House of Cherry Lingerie, Shoes & Exotic Wear

and on their page you will find photos of some of the glorious things they have in stock! Brandi is a genuine person following her dream of making it fun for you to be sexy. I got myself some awesome booty shorts and love her Leg Ave. hose so I will be back for more.

I have a photo on my facebook page - friend me there:
CathyLetsDance

Friday, April 8, 2011

What's Hot Tampa Bay Magazine's Most Stylish Residents

Exciting news! I have been nominated by Sunset Smiles - Carole A. Medvesky, D.M.D. & a finalist in What's Hot Tampa Bay Magazine as one of Tampa Bay's Most Stylish Residents , and if I were to 'win' $1000 will go to ModestNeeds.Org, rated 4 stars by Charity Navigator. Please find the contest on facebook and LIKE my photo!

Modest Needs works to stop the cycle of poverty before it starts for the low-income workers whom conventional philanthropy has forgotten. We do this by empowering compassionate members of the general public to safely and securely help hard-working, low-income households to afford the kinds of short-term emergency expenses. Since 2002, by working together in this very 'modest' way, Modest Needs' donors have stopped 7,659 low-income individuals and families from entering the vicious cycle of poverty and a lifetime of dependence on the public welfare system for their survival. Together, we can make sure that no hard-working person is ever forced to choose between taking a child to the doctor and putting food on the table.

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Millennium Dancesport Championships to be held at the Tampa Marriott Waterside - June 21-26, 2011

Let's Dance is putting together a table to attend this marvelous event. If you love watching ballroom dance programs at home on the couch, just think how exciting it is going to be watching it LIVE in person with a group who shares your enthusiasm!

If you are interested in this opportunity please let us know by commenting on the facebook page for Let's Dance, indicating if you would like to include dinner or only the spectator ticket to the pro show. We have a nice sized group already formed and are looking forward to a fun evening full of camraderie, energy and enthusiasm - be a part of it!

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

When you are ready to 'take the first step' Let's Dance!

Hello followers! I am writing to share with you the exciting news of a birth - a new non-franchised dance studio is opening soon in Northern Pinellas County called Let's Dance!

LIKE the facebook page:
www.facebook.com/LetsDanceFlorida

FOLLOW the blog:
letsdancefl.blogspot.com

A website can be bookmarked but is currently under construction: www.LetsDanceFL.com


Take that first step and...
Let's Dance!
Located in Serendipity Plaza (South of Curlew Road, near Amscot)
29121 US Hwy 19N. (on the East side)
Clearwater, FL 33761

Let's Dance! offers private and group dance instruction, performance opportunities, competitive training, event choreography, entertainment, fitness classes and more!

Fair Pricing - Friendly Staff - Fun Environment.

Don't keep Let's Dance! a secret - we LOVE your referrals!

Sunday, January 23, 2011

My fascination with fascinators

If you know me, you know I have a 'thang' for hair fascinators. Well I found these darling bows. Another plus is they are MADE IN THE USA (yes, YOU HEARD RIGHT) by HAND. Your purchase (they are $4.00 and under - WOOT!)
goes to support a stay at home mom who's inspired by her daughter's love of girlie accessories!

My birthday is coming up (hint, hint). Friend WHOA MAMA! on Facebook, enter to WIN A FREE BOW! How Kewl!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/whoamama

Visit the Etsy shop: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/whoamama

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Opalescence Tooth Whitening by Sunset Smiles, Carole Medvesky DMD



Meet my gorgeous dancing friend Carole Medvesky, DMD. She operates Sunset Smiles on Sunset Point Road! Recently I started a tooth whitening with a new product, Opalescence, and decided to journal my progress here.



First I had a consultation and oral cancer screening with Carole. Next, custom impressions were made. A few days later I had a thorough cleaning (it makes sense to have a clean surface to start the process with and I LOVE having my teeth cleaned, that smooth feeling is wonderful!) and test fit my liners (they were perfect).



Carole explained the use and application of the product. We are using a 10% solution for a longer period of time for a slow but long lasting effect. The kit includes a gel solution in two canisters.



The syringe solution is placed into the liner and the liner can be worn overnight.
It is invisible when it is in. Upper and lower trays can be used simultaneously.



If you travel, you can easily take it all with you! Stay tuned for updates.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Know someone with a holiday party to attend this year who's looking to impress? Here's a sure way to do so!

My former dance pro has gone independent and has a great offer I have to share:
5 dance lessons for $199! Get up and boogie!

New (to him) students will receive personalized attention and instruction on a beautiful studio floor from a certified professional in a pressure free and fun atmosphere as they learn a new skill. Singles or Couples welcome. Female assistant available to partner with leaders if desired.

Gift Certificate available, Pay in full and complete lessons before 12-23-2010 with this offer. Call Troy at 727-723-5650 - don't delay, start today!

Friday, October 8, 2010

Widgits for PinUpLifestyle! Calendar Contest Voting now open!

In the column to the right you will find a link to PinUpLifestyle!
At this very moment there is a contest to select 13 pages for the 2011 calendar, and many great choices to choose from. You can vote for me in Seductive Innocence (and still have 9 other votes remaining) as photographed by lethal chopstick aka JP PhotoGrafitti! XOXO

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Here come the holidays!

It's time to get a JUMP on your holiday shopping so I have updated my LINKS on GIFTS YOU WILL LOVE GIVING and your recipients will love receiving...
Have a peek and let me know what you think!

Monday, September 20, 2010

JP Photo Graffiti


What an amazing experience I had this weekend with photographer Jane Perez and the other sex kittens! I URGE you to go to her page on facebook to LIKE it and see MORE! NOW - Go! HURRY!!!

These are a preview of photos that she took to enter a calendar contest on PinUpLifestyle, so please leave her comments on your faves and join PinUpLifestyle to see more and VOTE!

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Shoe Bags for Dancers!

So one of my latest bursts of creativity has been to inspire the manufacture and sale of affordable, custom shoe bags. I am tired of paying good money for dance shoes only to be toting them around in a nasty disposable piece of weedstop with a shoelace. It actually dawned on me when I saw another rather stylish dancer/instructor (dancewithForrest.com) carrying a bag that was so unworthy of his style and class...he needed a bag that reflected him, Eureka!

Some exemlars were made up and shown around and we have improved upon the original by adding a key ring, fan for the ladies, and would like to add some much requested pockets on the next models. Lovely fabric grade and patter selection or have one made to go with you costume and WOW everyone wherever you go.

Photos are up on facebook - friend Cathy Nelson to see them - thanks!!!

A perfect gift for the dancer you know - one customer bought three!

Sunday, August 22, 2010

My Twitter Won't Tweet!

@wealthynelson is all messed up...

the last time I cleaned up some things on my laptop IE/removed cookies, deleted histories something on twitter went haywire and I have spent useless hours of my life retracing my path to try and ressurect twitter... I can tweet from my mobile device and other apps that talk TO twitter are up and running so i know it's once again operator error - something on the laptop wbut WHAT?

No matter WHAT I try I get error code 403 "forbidden" telling my I am not authorized or that the server understood but would not fulfill my request...

I am tired of being unfulfilled by Twitter! When I google twitter.com it logs me right into my account but that is as far as I can go... I can read all about everything but I cannot interact. Any help out there for a tweetless chic?

Monday, August 2, 2010

Buffalo Gal Vintage Mad Men Photoshoot




At long last here are some of the photos inspired by the show, currently available for sale at Buffalo Gal Vintage. Find more when you 'like' Buffalo Gal on facebook!

Monday, July 19, 2010

Pin Up Photo Shoot


I am super excited about doing a photo shoot imitating Mad Men's Christina Hendricks aka Joan Holland this coming Wednesday! Can you say VaVaVoom?

If you have not been to Buffalo Gal's shop - it is a MUST.
Buffalo Gal Vintage
1219 M.L.K. Jr. St. N.
St. Petersburg, Fl
33701
727.290.VINT (8468)
www.buffalogalvintage.com

Monday- Closed
Tuesday - Friday 11am- 7pm
Saturday- 11am-6pm
Sunday - 12pm - 4pm

In addition to selling pristine quality vintage and repro clothing, accessories and giftables she does pin up photography - schedule your session alone or with friends! I had the most fun ever working with James Ostrand (jamesostrand.com)

Friend Buffalo Gal on facebook NOW and you wont miss some of the snapshots of me the moment the post - xoxo!

Monday, July 5, 2010

Doin Crystal Proud

I have a friend who has so inspired me to take my thrift to the next level by using coupons more often and effectively. This girl is doing it right, she is getting paid to do her shopping. When she walks to the register the cashierist clucks her tounge (jealous) and my girl usually leave with a hundred in merchandise and money give back to her... it's pretty unimaginable but very possible. I am under tuteledge of the master and did some shopping today...

Here is what $.53 got me today at Staples:
3 Blistex with SPF
2 Rolodex leather card holders
1 box of 50 thank you cards on premium stock
(photo not yet uploaded)

Also, at Jo-Ann I found something that I had seen at Pink Petticoat and was able to purchase with my 40% off coupon: June Tailor Beautiful You Adhesive Strapless Cloth Bra


Thegirlguru's recommendation
"Ah cleavage. It's so sexy, and created with absolute ease with this kind of bra. The lack of straps gives you so many ways to wear it too so feel free to experiment! I must caution however that though it is washable and can be worn multiple times don't use it for everything. Also because it's basically a "sticker" bra getting sweaty during a good run at the dance club may affect how well it clings to your bits, so be cautious with intense physical activity. Otherwise it is awesome, feels great, and is wonderfully affordable-and nicely accentuates your "girls" :)"

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Because this is the closest you will probably ever get to seeing me in my unmentionables...

Last night I had a new first experience and got to share it with a couple of girlfriends. As you get older and if you have been challenging yourself, there tend to be fewer 'new' or 'first' experiences so it's always fun to break out of the routine and do something different. Thankfully the world is still a big enough place that I hope not to run out of new first experiences any time soon (I plan to live a long time and maintain a healthy sense of adventure.).

A friend had gone to a charitable function where she bid on a private party at a fine lingerie boutique in Tampa's Hyde Park: The Pink Petticoat operated by Lesley Geyer.

I was impressed with the sheer genius of the marketing of the party and gladly accepted the invitation (up to 10 for 2 hours of private shopping, complete with rereshments and decadent desserts, plus 20% discounted off any purchases that evening).

Bras and Panties don't take up a lot of room so this shop is able to stock quite a variety of beautiful and comfortable things to don. Amazingly they had my size in stock. Usually only Nordy's can do that and they are a big box store.

After trying on half the contents of the shop (you WILL want one of Everything) here's my score (for all you Divas and Drag queens that wanna copy my swagger):


All 7 of the deadly sins!


These Besty Johnson bras are flirty fun, affordable, and so well fitted!



The honeydew panty set looks outrageous on - and it was ON SALE! The set was $33.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Just not feeling it

I've been much neglecting my poor blog. A million excuses. But it's time to regroup!

First of all i need to decide if I should keep that wallpaper photo of myself up or not. I kinda like it because it is a marker for me, but it is no longer current....maybe that is not important?

My dancing hobby is undergoing a transformation and I am in a bit of limbo. I started taking Argentine Tango with Simone and absolutely love the dance, her technique and teaching methods. If you are looking to try something new I highly reccommend it!

More info about it on facebook:

JOIN ME TONITE: Thursday June 24th
Pan y Vino & Brick Oven Pizza ~ ORGANIC PIZZA~ SALAD ~ COFFEE ~ DESSERTS ~ WINE ~
EAT ANY TIME BETWEEN 5:00PM TO 9:00PM
369 Main Street Dunedin 34698
Local restaurant is donating a portion of the profits to send Central Church Youth Group to Camp!! Thanks to Javier and Tina!

This weekend:
FRIDAY@7PM Strictly Ballroom at the Conmy Center, 650 San Salvador Dr. Dunedin FL
$9

SATURDAY@PINK PETTICOAT THEN STREETCAR CHARLIES


SUNDAY!
Mary Murphy from So You Think You Can Dance and Max from Dancing with the Stars will be showing us what Ballroom Dancing is about!
Proceeds benefiting The Spring of Tampa bay & CASA .
Delicious food ~ Raffle ~ Ticket ~ $75/VIP Seat ~ $125
To purchase tickets contact Melissa:
727.573.9351/melissa@handsacrossthebay.com

On the summer horizion:
Raid Cathy's Closet - this is a party I throw at the house where everyone invited is asked to bring anything gently worn to exchange with other guests and everything left over gets donated to local charity of my choice. It's a great way to clear the closet each season. No one minds giving that expensive item they have only worn once to a bestie, but they usually have a hard time putting it in the donation pile and dropping it off at the charity themselves. The girls get together (all sizes and shapes) and mingle - a great way to introduce all the people you know to one another, and everyone leaves excited with their new found free items. And in this economy free aint bad.

I am encouraging you all to go out and support your local businesses, especially the little guys that you would miss if they were not around. Everyone I know who is self employed seems to be having a very difficult time. Pay cash rather than credit as the extra 3% is going to help.

Lastly a ballroom gown that I am trying to help a friend sell. Post for details, thanks!


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