The 6th anniversary of my father’s death was last week, and it really threw me for a loop. He was such a nut and I loved him so much. I didn’t realize how significantly it would upset me yet again…every year I think I’ll not be so shaken with memories, and every year it happens…
DetailsAre you kidding? Almost two-thirds full? This is so weird because I still struggle with my own self-esteem issues…I still think, Who would want to be around me anyways? I see my faults and they are glaringly obvious (but then again, nobody’s perfect). When I was considering the idea of teaching dance, I fought with myself, thinking,…
DetailsFran (left) & Eloise (right) showed up with matching shirts at class this past Wednesday, and I was again inspired. “That’s right,” I thought. “Dance Like No One Is Watching – EXACTLY! Who cares what people think about my dancing?! I want to dance; I’m gonna dance, whether I dance perfectly or not. If someone sees…
DetailsIt’s raining DVD’s! I’ve received requests for videos of the newer lessons; therefore, the next volume of DVD’s has been issued for ALL FOUR LEVELS! Visit www.dancewithjanet.com/lessons for a list of which dances are included on the 4 new DVD’s (Beginner 1 Vol. 3, Beginner 2 Vol. 3, Intermediate 1 Vol. 3, & Intermediate 2 Vol. 2). When you remember what…
DetailsAnya loves her new home. No matter what happens, she is alert, accepting, and content. I want to be like Anya. I love my new home too, but it looks like I’ll be selling it and moving back to my Geneva home (which is still also for sale) soon. And as much as I am…
DetailsJust a reminder that we are in the final weeks for you to get the Early Registration Discount to sign up for the Taste of Windy City on July 24 – 25, 2015 Featuring Maggie Gallagher Making her only USA Appearance in 2015! Also Featuring our Great staff of Regulars! Scott Blevins * John Robinson …
DetailsLynn Card is coming to town! Actually, she’s in town already, but she’s planning on dancing at Cadillac Ranch with us TOMORROW, June 19th. Lynn is the choreographer of quite a number of dances we do (Banjo, Riverbank, Don’t It, We Were Us, Straight & Narrow) and will be teaching with me and Luanne Arndt…
DetailsL-R Kneeling: Dawn, Sue, Michael, Blonde Janet, Mary, Rosemary, Muffin, Carmi, Courtney L-R Standing: Joe, Bonnie, Sherri, Maureen, Jean, Peggy, Jami, Dan, Karen D., Kelly, Diamond Caryn, Marge, Meg, Juli Last Saturday we were ROCKIN’ THE HOUSE at the Taste of Wheaton with 24 dancers showing what they know. Thank you to everyone who joined me for…
DetailsToday's performance at the West Chicago Pool has been CANCELLED due to weather issues. Our dance tonight at Warrenville is still ON from 6 – 9 pm; hope to see you then! Dinner is served from 5:30 – 7. Janet Kruse
DetailsEven with all my years of line dancing, I still think what these shirts say that Michael & Diane are so beautifully modelling (I Love This Dance, How Does It Start?) almost every night I’m on the floor. Have you ever asked this question? I’ll bet you have! No need to feel inadequate; you’re in…
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