The Dancing Housewife

“Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” Friedrich Nietzsche

The One About Finding A Dance Partner

Posted on October 12, 2023 by The Dancing Housewife

Dear Dance Diva,

I am a competitive ballroom dancer looking for an amateur partner. I currently dance pro-am silver smooth and rhythm, but I’d really like to find an amateur partner for a number

The One About Borrowing Ballroom Dance Dresses

Posted on July 2, 2023 by The Dancing Housewife

Dear Dance Diva,

I am a competitive ballroom dancer in two styles and have accumulated a nice collection of costumes. Several ladies in the studio where I take lessons have begun asking to borrow my

The One About Group Classes

Posted on August 24, 2021 by The Dancing Housewife

Dear Dance Diva,

I’m a forty-something single man who started taking ballroom dance lessons about six months ago. I’ve always enjoyed music and dancing, but never had any formal training

The One About Competing and Hurt Feelings

Posted on August 2, 2021 by The Dancing Housewife

Dear Dance Diva,

Part of what I enjoy about competing is the fellowship with other dancers who have become my friends. I always make a point to go to the ballroom to watch them dance, to encourage and

The One About What to Do When You’re Sick

Posted on December 19, 2020 by The Dancing Housewife

Dear Dance Diva,

I recently caught a bug. My symptoms were fever, sore throat, cough, runny nose and low energy so I had a COVID test and stayed away from the dance studio while I waited for my results.