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The Ballerina
August 3, 2016
Countless hours spent perfecting each movement
Daily corrections help with improvement
Focus and discipline lead to success
It's all in the mind which helps her progress
The electricity runs through her veins
The music takes away all of her pains
A spark of deep passion bursts from her soul
Whcih lets her become someone who is whole
While stretching backstage the nerves start to flow
She takes one last breath and starts the show
The time has come filled with pressure and fear
It's now or never her head is all clear.
She fills up the room and dances so strong
The stage is her home it's where she belongs.
© Nora F., Pembroke, MA
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This article has 4 comments.
Lauren said...
on Aug. 11 2016 at 2:59 pm
Beautiful - I think you've really captured the heart and soul of ballet performance from the perspective of the dancer. Keep writing, I think you have more to say!
Nonnina said...
on Aug. 11 2016 at 8:43 am
Maddie, beautiful and heartfelt sonnet. I love it!!!! And I love you! You are beautiful in and out!!!
Gma1 said...
on Aug. 7 2016 at 2:43 pm
You write as beautifully as you dance! And that's saying something!!
Steelwords said...
on Aug. 7 2016 at 2:35 pm
Madison, This is a beautiful, passionate and well written sonnet. You are very talented! Keep writing!!!
I wanted to express the passion I have for dancing and the hardwork and dedication that goes into this difficult sport. I hope that all dancers identify with the feelings that we get from practicing, perfecting and performing. This sport as many sports do, has it's ups and downs but when you put on a strong performance, there is nothing better.