The Present Moment

Three auditions in three days for summer ballet programs. You go, girl. (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnalrJ9ODtdyVSh3mAGiaPNpjLSvJ2MN1UyDWA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

All is calm, all is bright ... https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmk2Xd5OCNU9U4S0zujw6iqRzrecGecivWdaSE0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Feeling gratitude this holiday season for the family and friends who came out to see @ankarinkleff in the Nutcracker. She receives so much support and encouragement as she navigates her journey; it definitely takes a village, and we're thankful for her brilliant and committed mentors and for her enthusiastic cheering section! A heartfelt thanks to @angiemflanagan @koukladancer @dancinonthedoor @wen_7mins @jas_7mins @binkerlou @mccartney.schwab @berkley.lou @momoemercier @giovannimercier @chadkodanko @jmburress @finelinedesignsgallery @orrick.megan @orrickkristin @kimkerpanknobbe @joeknobbe @gfoorlucky @carly_foor @stegkim @craigblietz @newdo_ballet and more. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmR7OQQuXJ2QBE3YzdO6AnqPo_X7jupd8B8xzk0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The 40th Annual Kohler Holiday Market kicks off Friday, and Erik is there setting up as I write this! This show always is a great way to kick off the holiday season -- the The American Club Resort is decked out in Christmas finery, and the wide variety of artists and other vendors make it easy to find a gift for everyone on your list. Make plans to stop by @rusticroadstudiodoorcountywi booth and check out his newest pieces ... link in my bio. (at The American Club Resort) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClFUBNXO01vEBHJGWCEOlj_CTSm4mRqWKbuLnE0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Beautiful girl, you can do great things. Happy 15th birthday @ankarinkleff. ❤️ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cke-D8huH8-FgHoyeKsac8uJ6ZfkZV9ujD5ipo0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Just a couple of dancers on their way to a long day of ballet classes and Nutcracker rehearsals. https://www.instagram.com/p/CkBRRfDOlIncvusOl885I-OYisFCg5KzqeSOo00/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Kick off your holidays with this classic and magical ballet. Thanksgiving weekend at The Weidner, in partnership with the Weidner Philharmonic. Link in the bio. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjVPHMIOjFidFq1qDE15By5iAd_R_BvQWXuxko0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Tonight, we drove up one last time to say goodbye. It was a poignant reminder that home truly is where the heart is. And so we dug up the oak tree we've been growing in memory of my mom and went home, together. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjHe3KrOmWjBPKzoEFj0u1pqRSfO3Al7BmfTY00/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

When you realize all your hard work over the past year resulted in a role you thought was put of reach. Congrats on getting Marzipan in this year's Nutcracker @ankarinkleff ... you earned it! https://www.instagram.com/p/CiYQnsSOpOvLyDhz4q15AkJ_6HZdN-6ivb5Tts0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

She's strong, she's graceful, she's ... studying with the Ballet Austin dance company for six weeks! @ankarinkleff has worked so hard to get here, and we're excited for her to stretch those wings and fly. (at Austin, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce_Ls4GueZ9qsmDdmywTVX0Q6wn6GR-FUli1GU0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The Northeastern Wisconsin Dance Organization's spring show -- "Cowtown and Other Ballets" -- runs tonight and tomorrow at UWGB's University Theatre. Tickets are available at the door or at NEWDO.org. @ankarinkleff @newdo_ballet (at UW-Green Bay) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdyDzlwuLmwYVSShxqfx4_BuSF8lZrWn1fbyEM0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Spent my morning hiking at the Heins Creek and Kangaroo Lake Nature Preserves. In a county with numerous hiking opportunities, the Door County Land Trust properties are jewels. #walkswithmydog #lovewhereyoulive https://www.instagram.com/p/CdgfS9uukieKq9wJROknQIvdVZsRLkUDEpiJhQ0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Watched the storm come in on the way home from the elementary school spring concert. (at The Hardy Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdZqZTfOy32E-q5YaG8Ru5bantpEd3xUFApREc0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Making art with @ankarinkleff @wen_7mins @jas_7mins https://www.instagram.com/p/CcZMVdrOc_1JVchGLPGWkRm12NP5z9TQuC-tTI0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

What I woke up to on Tuesday morning. https://www.instagram.com/p/CcP-0JUuHqC_yHDjwO8HgZFtSh37KuDscvfxpU0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Murphy's living his best life in our annual spring flood. #walkswithmydog #lovewhereyoulive https://www.instagram.com/p/CcG4zpNuco-vQ47yGGMGE8P14OHy6RnIzyrGgk0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Ballet commute 6x/week. Some day, I'll wish I had more 1:1 car time with her. But until then, I'll try to enjoy the ride. https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ7Rn-IOCf2qLHALtNuWlxglF9HviR4_vMMaI80/?utm_medium=tumblr