Day 52 and the Werewolf soon comes to call.

Today I've reached day 52 of being a non-smoker. I am nothing short of amazed that I've managed to do this. As I sit here this afternoon, vaping Chocolate chip cookies and Banana Nut Bread I realize just how much healthier I feel. Is vaping totally without risks? Is walking down the street totally without risks? No. It is, however, a hell of a lot safer than putting 4000 chemicals in the temple that is my body!

I've begun working on bringing my nic level down. I may be choosing a really bad time to do so. I do know that chain vaping is better than chain smoking. Thus far though, I'm not having too much of an issue with that.

I eventually plan to get some reviews done. Right now though, it's not possible to get the time I need to dedicate to doing so. The next 8 days are sure to be nothing but practice and nerves. Lots of both, even.

Next Saturday we'll wake up early to make the 3 hour drive to Concord. That's right, We Will Raq You is a mere 8 days away. The crunch has begun! My beloved will be home at 4:30 and we'll be spending the next 3 hours after that practicing our collective ass off. I know that it won't go perfectly (let's face it, whether the audience can tell or not, they're never perfect) I just want to have it to the point that if something goes pear shaped, no one will know!

I will have the honor of dancing with some of the best performers in the state. To make some more amazing new friends and to be among my sisters and brothers in dance. I know it sounds sappy but I truly am honored to be a member of this amazing tribe. Thank you all for the friendships you've shown me.

6 days after the show I will have the honor of performing with my troupemates at the Boho Stage Show and Festival. Which is the show my instructor is hosting. We'll have Storytellers, Aeriel Artists, some very talented Bellydancers. These are certainly exciting times and I can't wait to report back on how things go!!!

Thankfully, July appears to be shaping up as a quiet month. That means I get to start on Fluffy Rufflie Pants, Pantaloons and Leg Ruffles. Not sure what August holds, but it looks like Sept. it'll all start back up again.

I'm truly blessed to have an amazing family, wonderful friends and supportive dancers surrounding me. Thank you ALL for everything!!!