So showcase is coming up again! Im only doing 1 dance this time - the west coast swing with nathan. If you would like to come again either contact me or the studio directly to get tickets. There is a slim chance that i may not make one of the shows since Evan is coming home that week (most likley - the navy can change the dates) and I am not missing his homecoming for anything.
But I did get him tickets to be there - so hopfully he will be!!! Info below:



The U & Me Dance Showcase “Rhythm in Motion” is coming soon! Featuring 25+ performances in Cha Cha, Swing, Tango, Theatre Arts and more! Come see your resident Dance Stars strut their stuff and fly through the air with . A great show for your children, friends, family, neighbors and generally anyone who enjoys a good performance.


This year includes student shows Friday Evening and a Saturday Matinee.
There will also be a Professional Show featuring Dance Professionals from Seattle, Vancouver and of course, U & Me’s own fantastic instructors – Mary Simler Evans, Joel Simler and Seattle Star Ball Show Dance Champions Nathan Simler and Lecie McNees!

Tickets go on sale Friday, October 10th! Purchase before Thanksgiving and save!

Friday Evening Show: December 5th at 8pm – Reserved seating starting at $12
Saturday Matinee Show: December 6th at 2pm – General Admission – starting at $8
Saturday Pro Show: December 6th at 8pm – Reserved seating starting at $15

Do you look too young?

Many of you know I have complained that I look younger than my age. One time, when I was 23, married, and getting my masters degree, I was carded buying a rated R movie at Walmart (supertroopers - yep - supertroopers). I am consistently carded to buy any kind of alcohol. Whenever I sit down at a bar, I automatically grab my I.D. out, as I watch the bartender approach with that usual suspicious look in their eye. This is aggravating for me now, as I work a professional job, and occasionally I am asked if I am an intern. I know you don't feel bad for me. I know. I'm sure when I'm 'older' I will appreciate this more, but now - not so much. Well one of my sites that I watch through GOOGLEREADER led me to this nice site - with tips on how to long older. Enjoy!

Hello Rebound!!!

Apparently there is a rumor that Jen Anniston is dating Gerard Butler! Well in my opinion he is the most gorgeous man alive and she could have worse rebound guys! GO JEN!

Hello Ladezzzz

My name is Ben - and I'm your dream come true...

Bedroom/office

OKay so this room is still a work in progress but it has come sooooooo far!





The stuff on the couch is a cd collection that still needs work!





I put the mirror up on the wall! Im so handy...

Litter Box

My fat cat, "The Sweetpea", is very particular about the litter box. She will not use it if it has a lid on it. I think its because she's big, and feels like she can't move in the litter box. However, I like to have a lid - because it helps keep the litter mess to a minimum. I also must admit that I prefer to empty the box every other day. So last night I decided I just need a bigger box. Thinking that a bigger box = more space for the sweets = more litter = easy every other day cleanup. So I went online looking for a bigger box. Instead, I saw some ideas for homemade boxes. EUREKA! So today I made my first homemade litter box which is essentially a 20 gal plastic container with a hole cut out of the side with box cutters. I'm also planning on switching to a wheat versus a clay litter. Im hoping this will also cut down on the smell and tracking. I'll let ya know how it goes! Check out the pics...



Here is a pic of the old box with the cover next to the new box...

I took my first argentine tango private lesson today with MARY. It was great. Mary is a great teacher and keeps things moving along quite nicely. Of course I struggled with those key technique points which make A Tango different from my strength in rhythm dancing. After a couple years of "settle into your hips" - to cut that out felt almost impossible. I plan on taking some more lessons in this over time but Im sure it will be slow going. I Loved it though!