Showing posts with label practice. Show all posts
Showing posts with label practice. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Brrr! Who thought we should dance outside?
Um, I guess I did? Despite cold wet pants, we braved the weather to practice some dances for the New Year's Ball...
And grinned to bear it!
While cold and slightly wet, we mastered the "Ferris Wheel" and a few others... I just wish I had s'more photos to share.
But, I do, of course, have a foot picture!
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Dancing the Night Away!
It's that time of year again. And we're gearing up for another ball, thanks to the wonderful Moss family. And what would such an event be without an associated practice? I ask you. *in my best Percy Blakeney voice*
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
What about Courtship?
So, I've really neglected this area of my life recently. With hospitality, responsibility, ballishness, and planning/organizing other events, I've been swamped. :) But, by God's grace, this blog should have a lot of updates in November...
Due to several conversations lately, courtship has been on my mind. I'm not doubting my decision or principles, but how would I explain them? How would I promote them? How would I defend them? How would I describe courtship to others?
But, before I deal with courtship, I should say... I know many people who have dated in the past and this post should NOT reflect on them at all. Some of my favorite people in the world have dated, and they are still some of my favorite people. I want to deal with courtship and dating as institutions... not specific examples. Oh, and by the way, many people I know have used some of these principles and called it something other than courtship... such as "dating." :) I'm not attached to the name "courtship." So, "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet."
Ok. Moving on...
While deciding on how to present courtship, I asked myself --> Why do I believe in courtship? Why do I want to commit to such these principles?
My reasons fit into 3 categories. 3 categories I would call "the 3 Pillars of Courtship."
The 3 Pillars of Courtship
Protection
Accountability
Purpose
Protection:
When two people become involved, hearts strings are easily entangled. In the early stages of a relationship, this is unfortunate. These attachments can cloud good judgments. In courtship, the young man would ask the girl's father for permission. Fathers are a third-party; they are naturally more objective than either the young men or young women. He can help protect both of their heart strings from becoming prematurely attached.
Accountability:
Responsibility is important for any relationship -- especially a boy/girl relationship. Hanging out with the families keep young people accountable. (My previous Pastor always suggested group activities as a good alternative to one-on-one.) Young men and women are answerable to their parents. In matters of the heart, the rules can become fuzzy. Parents can still see the lines when young people cannot. The Bible tells us to "flee temptation." What better way to flee than to have parental accountability?
Purpose:
The goal of courtship is marriage. This is not to imply that if there are problems, the courtship will not end. However, courtship looks forward to marriage -- not temporary personal gratification. The dating institution contributes to an already prevalent, societal problem: Self worship. Young people, who are not ready for marriage, are in "relationships." By pursing these relationships, they're having "fun." Self-gratification becomes the goal. Contrary to the biblical model of dying-to-self, these relationships promote how "I" feel and what "I" want. In a courtship, the intent, if everything goes well, is marriage.
These 3 tenets are the core of my reasons for believing in courtship as a good principle. While not exhaustive, it does represent my current thinking on the subject... Your thoughts?
Due to several conversations lately, courtship has been on my mind. I'm not doubting my decision or principles, but how would I explain them? How would I promote them? How would I defend them? How would I describe courtship to others?
But, before I deal with courtship, I should say... I know many people who have dated in the past and this post should NOT reflect on them at all. Some of my favorite people in the world have dated, and they are still some of my favorite people. I want to deal with courtship and dating as institutions... not specific examples. Oh, and by the way, many people I know have used some of these principles and called it something other than courtship... such as "dating." :) I'm not attached to the name "courtship." So, "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet."
Ok. Moving on...
While deciding on how to present courtship, I asked myself --> Why do I believe in courtship? Why do I want to commit to such these principles?
My reasons fit into 3 categories. 3 categories I would call "the 3 Pillars of Courtship."
The 3 Pillars of Courtship
Protection
Accountability
Purpose
Protection:
When two people become involved, hearts strings are easily entangled. In the early stages of a relationship, this is unfortunate. These attachments can cloud good judgments. In courtship, the young man would ask the girl's father for permission. Fathers are a third-party; they are naturally more objective than either the young men or young women. He can help protect both of their heart strings from becoming prematurely attached.
Accountability:
Responsibility is important for any relationship -- especially a boy/girl relationship. Hanging out with the families keep young people accountable. (My previous Pastor always suggested group activities as a good alternative to one-on-one.) Young men and women are answerable to their parents. In matters of the heart, the rules can become fuzzy. Parents can still see the lines when young people cannot. The Bible tells us to "flee temptation." What better way to flee than to have parental accountability?
Purpose:
The goal of courtship is marriage. This is not to imply that if there are problems, the courtship will not end. However, courtship looks forward to marriage -- not temporary personal gratification. The dating institution contributes to an already prevalent, societal problem: Self worship. Young people, who are not ready for marriage, are in "relationships." By pursing these relationships, they're having "fun." Self-gratification becomes the goal. Contrary to the biblical model of dying-to-self, these relationships promote how "I" feel and what "I" want. In a courtship, the intent, if everything goes well, is marriage.
These 3 tenets are the core of my reasons for believing in courtship as a good principle. While not exhaustive, it does represent my current thinking on the subject... Your thoughts?
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Energetic on the Inside
Dancing is a big part of my life right now... And it's less than 1 month until the ball! GASP! Well, I'm enjoying every practice while I can. Though, the last practice was a little noisy depending whom you ask. So, Mr. K (our beloved caller) told us to lower our voices and be "energetic on the inside." I <3 it!!
Name tags have become a tradition at dance practices. They identify the dances, and they help us learn one another's names.
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| Ready for the Virginia Reel |
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| Mid - two hand turn |
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| Reeling |
OSB is so blessed to have many guests and dancers. :O) With so many smiling faces around, one cannot help but be cheery.
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| Right hand turn |
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| Bridge |
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| Isn't the timing of this photo great? Like a movie? |
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| Through the Bridge |
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| Another resident photographer |
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| Patty Cake Polka |
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| Still the Patty Cake |
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| Sometimes the name tags end up in the strangest places... |
Until next dance practice... I may be skipping in 8 beats.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
23 Years of Blessings
Happy Birthday to... Me? Yep, 23 years. Wow! October truly is my favorite month, and my birthday has nothing to do with it. ;) This year's celebration was especially delightful as many of my friends and family were able to celebrate with me at a dance practice.
And my friends were sweet enough to bring gifts... I appreciate each and every friend in their own unique way. My dad even tried to "embarrass" me by having everyone sing "Happy Birthday." Apparently, I didn't turn red enough for my dad's satisfaction.:)
What great fun to dance new dances and old favorites on my birthday... I *think* (grins) that everyone has as much fun as I did.
After the dance practice, my family and I headed to the Spring Festival. Whoot whoot! And enjoyed a nice meal together. A dance practice and a festival - all in one day. Too much excitement.
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| Kiri and Me |
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| Me and Kelsie |
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| Me and Keely |
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| Presents? |
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| WHAT A FACE!! |
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| Ship's Cook |
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| Ladies In: 2, 3,4 |
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| Gallop: 2,3,4,5,6,7,8! |
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| Ladies, dance in a circle |
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| Bridge and Pass Under |
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| And down line... |
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| 2 BRIDGES?! |
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| Strip the Willow :) |
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| Circle: Left! |
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| Circle: Right! |
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| I love the artistic look of this one! |
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| Hey! (Sheena's Saunter) |
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| The Gay Gordon |
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| Strip the Willow |
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| Bridge! |
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| Figure 8 |
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| Get ready for the Riverside Jig |
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| Do si Do |
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| Right hand "x" ;) |
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| Even Daddies dance |
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| Right Hand Turn |
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| TEAM 1. GO!!!! |
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| Bridge and Pass Under |
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| Lot's of photographers |
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| Can shadow's dance too? |
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| Circle |
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| The bunny hop - Mid air |
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| No birthday is complete without Lucky Charms! |
God has given many so many blessings. Not the least of these are a wonderful family, a supportive church, and excellent friends. Thank you, Lord.
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