KP

I must say, this is another one of those people that I look back, and realize that I've known for forever.  We would have first met my first year of dance, when we did "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy".  I can't say we got to know each other then really well, but we at least met.  It was a good dance.  And I gained a respect for her as a dancer.

We are in the same level now, and have been for several years.  Again, none of my best friends are at dance.  We only talk minimally, we don't text, we don't see each other except for dance classes, and I go to less of those than anyone else.  Yet I know she's someone I'm going to miss next year.

I probably see more of myself in KP than I do in anyone else that I dance with.  She's hardworking, and  has a good spirit.  Obviously, she dances. (And a lot better than I do I might add.  Maybe the only person even close to my age that I know who can practically whip out five pirouettes on cue).  She's smart, and is respected for that, even has the few years ahead in math going for her.  Always wanting to go to the extra level (her and AL getting the jacket sales organized).  I must say, I do feel like I possess many of these same qualities.

Because of this, I do find it easier to keep a conversation with her than most of the people that I dance with.  Just yesterday, we had what I felt was a really good conversation.  We talked about Wicked (which I've updated my post about), school, AP classes, and a whole bunch of stuff.  It's amazing.  I've said before that having the same experiences are what often leads to conversation and ultimately friendship.  Well, maybe just having similar personalities can do the same thing.

In my last year of dance, I feel like I need to cherish every moment that I have with these people, especially since I know I won't be staying in touch with them.  This was a great moment.

-NM