tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10827684541714971452012-03-19T15:04:38.890+08:00This is about my life in Asia, which is my second home, my experiences, learnings and the people that I meet...Bill Calhounhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06090896806568862448noreply@blogger.comBlogger711100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1082768454171497145.post-56288872493623066872009-06-04T18:53:00.003+08:002009-06-04T23:03:18.735+08:00

Thanks to a superhuman, pro-bono PR machine, here's the latest coverage in Her World, Singapore.

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About four weeks ago, I made a decision to put up a choreography for the studio's recital. And I gave this opportunity to my Broadway Jazz group. Now, the first thing you need to understand about the demography of this group is that, it is mostly made up of professional white-collared females and most of them are working in demanding full-time day jobs.Over the last four weeks, the girls turned

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It’s my first class for over one year. I don’t really know why I started teaching dance again, because it was not in my plans. Think its something unspoken. A mission I’ve to complete. Fitness Bootcamp is fine and all but, there’s something else that’s calling out. Something else I’ve been tasked to share. So, here I am. I’m back. So, lets get right into it. My first class today—actually

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The fundamental difference between a statement and a query, essentially is the question mark at the end of the sentence. Whenever I teach class, I have a bunch of women who comes up to me all the time to make statements that sums up to, "I cannot do this". I usually give them a blank stare and frown - my version of a reply. Reason for my attitude is because I personally feel that such a

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Its been 15-minutes since I’d rehearsed my recital item in my Holland dance studio and droplets of perspiration are still snaking down my spine and underneath my clothes. I’ve got my shirt crimped up in the back and front trying to let some air in to dry myself. I declare that dance is one hell-of-a workout. I rehearsed for only 20-minutes and I’ve burned more calories on the dance floor then

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The Sunday Times, SingaporeDate of Publication: 10 May 2009

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This incident hit me like a freight train the other day. A student asked me to come outside for a chat and there she was crying, tears streaming down her face. Between catches of crying—convulsions—you know the ones you get when you’re a kid after having a really big slobber—she said “I’m the only one who can’t get the steps”. There I was thinking that this 30-odd year old woman had been

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We’re rehearsing for the recital and I’ve thrown a tough item at the dancers. Today I added newer and more challenging steps to the routine. A verrrryyy interesting and wonderful thing is happening. In the beginning the dancers couldn’t get the counts, couldn’t get the steps. They were all over the place. I knew this would happen, predicted it and told them—in the beginning—to be prepared

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Been up to my neck with work/ activities/ classes/ etc etc... the list is endless!My latest updates - Bill Calhoun's bridal bootcamp is here! Commencing in July, this is a structured fitness programme which will take place 3 x a week for a period of 12 weeks. Read the latest issue of Her World Brides for information or email Tilly at tilly@danceonus.com for more details.

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Hi there folks! Sorry for the radio silence. Been really busy setting up my fitness portal and I am now pleased to say that it's up! Visit me at Bill's Fitness LabBeen so caught up with the intricacies of web work and content that I almost missed this in this month's Shape magazine!

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Hi Dancing Divas,Happy Lunar New Year of the Rat and may this be the year of goodness and renewal for you!As I don't have everyone's e-mail addresses, I figured that the best way to disseminate this information is through my blog. I mentioned to some of you before, in addition to personal training, I would be developing new dance fitness programmes through Dance On Us this year. So here it goes!

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How fitting that I come upon the Chinese New Year and all that it stands for regarding history, heros and current culture whilst at the same time I--as a black American--also celebrate my heritage. This month is Black History month in the USA. And this is the first time I have been away from it.Black History Month is a remembrance of important people and events in the history of the African

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Hi Dancing Divas!Are you ready to Jazz up the new year with some BRAND NEW dance perspectives? If you are, here's some good news. I'll be starting my new Best of Jazz 2008 workshop series with effect from Saturday, January 19 and this time, I will be imparting what I know about FUNKY STREET JAZZ to you!Here's a brief description about my FUNKY STREET JAZZworkshop:-ABOUT BILL CALHOUN'S FUNKY

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I received a number of text messages when I touched down on New Year's Day and many of them were messages relating to new year resolutions and getting fit and healthy.Well... if you have made a new year resolution just yesterday to lead a healthier lifestyle in 2008, these tips might help:-Step #1Aim low. Resolutions are easy to make but can be difficult to keep. The bottom line is if you aim too

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Here's a big THANK YOU to all my friends, colleagues, students, supporters for a wonderful 2007. This came in time... indeed a very useful and thoughtful gift. Thank you lot and I enjoy seeing the fire in your eyes when you dance. Keep that passion burning.I'd be off for the festive hols and am looking forward to seeing you all in 2008!Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

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My keyboard was wet... The tears were not of pity but stemmed from true admiration for I'd just casted my eyes upon the truest meaning of Dance... The Joy of Dance! For all of those who have uttered, "But, I Can't Dance..." pause before you say that again. Think now with new meaning...hope...inspiration and know that YOU CAN!

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Boy oh boy, it's hard work coming up with a brand new series of sampler classes for future stars and slim-n-fit followers to be. I was doing two-a-day (this is what we say when, in the midst of American Football season when one has to practice intensively in the morning AND in the afternoon) for the past two weeks in preparation for this week's classes...it completely trashed my body and mind.

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Today I’ve come upon an epiphany. Something happened to me this past week that moved me so disturbingly that I have now reassessed my life direction and reason for being. Curious? If I get 10 inquiries from legitimate readers I’ll let you in on my life-changing revelation

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This week’s been enlightening. I’ve had discussions with friends (all women) that have been going through all sorts of life changes. One is still battling with a never-to-have love; the other has decided to return home after thinking she found her life partner (in a foreign country); another is suffering admirably a true passionate love that both have decided will never be; another is battling

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- She's captivating on-screen- I'm hypnotized by her features and flawless performance - She's talented and has the X-factor- Her beauty is understated and I personally think she is truly gorgeous...*********Afternote: And believe it or not, I met someone who looks just like the Asian version of Diane Lane … hmmm! Now, isn’t THAT intriguing?

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It's my official binge day but it's always good to start a Sunday with a healthy, hearty breakfast... My new found favourite joint. Cedele @ Wheelock!And... these guys sell gluten free bread!

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Hey peeps!Here's the latest on the cards for dance workshops... a pre-festive holiday weeklong dance and fitness program which starts from Monday Dec 10 - Saturday Dec 15, 2007This series would include 2 hour sessions of the Awesome 80's Dance, Afro Jazz, Cardio Dance Blast, Dance of the Decades, Soft-N-Sexy and Latin Rhythms. The workshops would give everyone the opportunity to "sample" the

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I spent Halloween at One Night Stand, Clarke Quay catching one really talented musician in action. If you’ve got only one night in Singapore you’ve GOT to catch Muss The Man when he jams at One Night Stand. The guy slams a mean drum and slashes a sizzling guitar. He’s got more showmanship than any performer on the Clarke Quay strip. No shit, this guy and his band are AWESOME. Just go check

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This tastes good... My first time eating Bak Kut Teh

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I was literally dragged to the cinema over the weekend to catch the 'very censored version' of Lust, Caution. After reading so much about the edits of the scenes, and the numerous calls for boycott of the film in Singapore, I was seriously reluctant to watch it.However, after sitting through the movie (armed with a packet of salted popcorn), I was really glad that I relented, for Lust, Caution

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Surprise! Go grab a copy now to have a read or click here to view the cover story.

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As some of you know, I'd be starting the Best of Jazz dance workshop series come October 23. One thing I never did realise is the level of positive impact that my workshops have on my students. I'd received emails during the period where I was busy with the President's Star Charity to ask when my workshops would be starting again because my students were getting 'withdrawal symptoms'. And

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One of my dance students told my group in jest last week that she thinks that I am secretly trying to build a dance empire. So... to affirm her story, I am pleased to announce that I will be starting Master Dance Workshops in mid-October!The Master Dance workshops would be a fantastic refresher for advanced-level dancers, performers as well as dance instructors. If you have prior technical

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The dance, just as the performance of the actor, is kinesthetic art, art of the muscle sense. The awareness of tension and relaxation within his own body, the sense of balance that distinguishes the proud stability of the vertical from the risky adventures of thrusting and falling – these are the tools of the dancer.Rudolf Arnheim

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After weeks of hard work, tonight's finally arrived - presenting the President's Star Charity 2007!Tune in to MediaCorp Channel 5 at 7.30 pm tonight and enjoy an evening of musical extravaganza! Donations can be pledged from 6 pm this evening until October 6, midnight. Click here for more details****************Post note:A million thanks for your generous support! For those who enjoyed the

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I ended the "Best of Jazz" Dance Workshop series on the evening of Mid-Autumn's night. In a way, it's symbolic for it's come one full circle. My greatest joy as a coach is to see my students grow, in mind and in spirit. My soul sings when I see them progress. It's the greatest joy that any instructor can get.Today, I'm going to share with you a note which another one of my dance students sent

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I know, I know ... it's called the Mid-Autumn Festival. Why do all these paper lanterns burn so easily?!I am not trying to imitate the monkey god.This is more predictableThis stuff is really too sweet but I was told it is a must-have for mid-autumn.

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I tell my dance students when they are dancing progressions across the studio floor to always be mindful of the direction they are traveling; to listen to the music, get the tempo before taking the first stride. The next thing that I usually reiterate to my students is NEVER to copy the moves of the person next to them - as copying throws a person off his/her natural rhythm. It's similar to

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Just munched on a morning meal of Kaya toast and hard boiled eggs. I’m open…I’m adventurous…I’ll give anything a try.The coffee was too sweet... really don't understand why locals like this stuff.The toast was… well, not very eventful. As far as toast goes it was a bit thin; sort of like eating a brown soda cracker, only softer. The kaya was good…I guess. Reminded me of the gooey stuff inside

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Richard Bach implied in his book ‘Illusions’ that those who impart knowledge are teaching what they need to learn most… Initially I'd thought, ‘What Hogwash!’. I’d been proven wrong.In my workshops, stage direction and choreographic assignments I’d often been praised for my patience, non-judgmental approach and kindness when working with amateurs and professionals. This, apparently, is the gift I

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Nothing beats chilling out away from the crowd after a frantic week. Presenting food visuals from my new-found secret hideaway.My first time drinking soursop juice - it's really refreshing!Claypot Toufu with Seafood... Hotplate Chicken. This is nothing fantastic but being by the water and the sight of the airplanes descending makes up for the mediocre food.

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I got to talking about teamwork with someone last weekend, that a piece of dance, especially group dance, involves a high level of teamwork, no lesser than track and field, playing football and being part of a uniform group.A whole dance cast operates like a corporation, where everyone, no matter which level of the hierarchy, plays a part. As some of you may know, I am actively involved in the

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It's interesting how men and women have the ability to dance to the same tune in different beats. Modern day soothsayers sometimes quip that women dance to syncopation beats - read between the (pun intended) lines while us mere mortal men are more in sync with life's allegro tempo.Men move to a different melody … their beat a bit abrupt But, stretch them up long enough and they’re bound to limber

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It's important to eat well and in moderation but also vital to indulge once in a while... For what is life without good food?Think Feta is light? Wait till you try the Buffalo cheese.This pizza is one of the best I'd ever tasted. But then again, I was famished!Tip: Try tripping the waiter and get more of that cognac spilt into this delicious lava cake that melts in your mouth. ***************

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There's something to be said about saying nothingDo away with internal debatingJust listen to the melodyAnd let that move your body

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There's always a dance-related anecdote for every situation. All the world's a stage,And all the men and women merely players (dancers):They have their exits and their entrances;And one man in his time plays (dances) many parts,His acts being seven ages. - adapted from William Shakespeare's As You Like ItI was having a conversation with someone who's going through a difficult divorce. Here's my

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You need chaos in your soul to give birth to a dancing star. Friedrich Nietzsche

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We all have the same limbsWe can all danceIt is just that a true dancer makes the choice to danceVis-à-vis those who decide that they can’t

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As some of you already know, I started my Jazz dance workshop series last month and over the course of the last few weeks, I'd received emails from my students - the initial ones were most often moans and groans about how difficult it was but in recent weeks, I have seen a paradigm shift in mindset. One particular email from a dance student touched me so much that I felt the need to share her

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My first time trying Ayam Penyet (Indonesian Chicken Rice). I learnt that ”ayam” really means “chicken” in the Malay language and “penyet” literally means “to flatten”. This is an authentic Indonesian dish where the most unique feature is that the chicken is deliberately smashed with a wooden mallet after deep-frying to loosen the meat from the bone.It is surprisingly delicious!

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As you spin or pirouette let your head not follow your body. For that is where you’ve been or are now. So instead, spot, gaze forward - towards the future, where you envision yourself to be

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I was gently cajoled into doing some media interviews recently and was reminded of an impressionable PR act which I'd experience in Thailand some months ago.I was invited to the Grand Opening of the new Imperial Hotel Group’s Nail Studio. I'd arrived late as the traffic at Sukhumvit was so bad the entire area literally became a parking lot. I hopped out of the cab and trundled towards Emporium

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Point to ponder“The moment you think you understand a great work of art, it's dead for you.”- Oscar Wilde

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Food for thought.“There is one thing one has to have: either a soul that is cheerful by nature, or a soul made cheerful by work, love, art, and knowledge.”- Friedrich Nietzsche

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Cartoons and animation flicks have never really been my scene. I am certain many blokes would be able to empathise with me. I was recently persuaded to watch Ratatouille, which is an animation feature film produced by Pixar about the story of Rémy, a rat (who is also an aspiring chef) living in Paris. Then lo and behold! I became besotted with the flick! And mind you, very few animations

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Why is everything about modern living instant?Eating has become instant (think fast food and take-aways), working has become instant (I communicate with people I work with via e-mails and sms) and even dating has become instant (I last asked a girl out via e-mail and she replied me via sms).To my horror, I realised that the term "instant" has also made its mark in dance choreography - with

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Today my housemate reminded me of an incident that had me laughing so hard our very extremely talkative African Grey Parrot actually shut up for a moment in horror. Mica, our German Sherpard, started whimpering and Ruth, our housekeeper actually asked my housemate in jest if she should call for an ambulance take me to IMH. We’d all gone to WOMAD (World of Music and Dance) on Saturday and

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I taught a dance workshop some time back, at a popular dance academy in Asia.I was teaching the choreography of a well-known celebrity MTV dance choreographer, who is currently the rave in the MTV dance arena - which as most of you would know, is not an area that I am active in as most of my accolades come by way of Television variety show choreography and directing. So why did the studio owner

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I paid a brief visit to a motor show and as with all similar shows around the world there were slinky, sexy, seductresses lying on top, in and around the metal beauties. There they are, slithering next to the cars handing out pamphlets, and strutting their little bums in tight little panties with tops that either show loads of cleavage or are too tight to hold back creases and protrusions from

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It's interesting how people view one another as part of a "race". For instance, Asians as a race, Africans as a race, Caucasians as a race, etc.When I first came to South East Asia, I was really impressed by the natives' ability to point out, at first glance, the various nationalities of other Asians, e.g. Koreans, Chinese (South), Japanese, Malays, etc, without even hearing them speak! What was

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As part of my objective to introduce the heritage of Jazz Dance to Asia, I would be conducting a series of dance workshops, "Best of Jazz" series, using Singapore as my launch pad. The workshop series would commence on Tuesday, 21 August 2007 and Saturday, 25 August 2007 respectively.The "Best of Jazz" dance workshop series includes a mix of all the various jazz dance styles such as Broadway,

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Some people tell me that I barely have an American accent when I speak, especially when I am at work in the production arena or training people in choreography and dance.Perhaps it is because I’d spent the past 17 years of my life in Asia, living in Thailand, Japan and Singapore and I may have unknowingly assimilated into the beautiful Asian landscape. One very positive value which I’d noticed

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Interestingly, I was having a chat with one of my former students, who is a bit of a philosopher and we both agreed that there are life’s lessons in dance.Let me tell you more. I was in Bangkok on a work trip and met up with an old buddy of mine, Adrian (Adie), the man behind this awesome online travel site http://www.thailandhop.com/ and its domestic site: http://www.earthhop.co.th/Adie, being a

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"We are all dancers...the difference lies in the quality of our training"Some of you have emailed me before asking about the definition of lyrical Jazz.Lyrical is a fusion of the best in ballet, modern and jazz set to slower tempo music. Think long, beautiful poses and languid movement. Lyrical jazz is an excellent training platform for control, extension and balance in execution of poses, turns

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It took me a good three minutes to grasp the pronunciation of La Vie en Rose (us Americans have little to do with the French and I have honestly forgotten much about this foreign tongue that I'd once learnt in high school).And so, when someone suggested that we go catch La Vie en Rose, the latest movie to hit town, I replied in the positive, not knowing what the movie was about. What I

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As I travelled out of Singapore yesterday, I saw some sleep deprived people at the Changi International Airport, all set and ready to catch the very first flight out to some regional country for turnaround meetings. Which set me thinking in retrospect - again.Many of you have watched 'The Dance Floor' but most of you wouldn't know about what went on behind the scenes of Singapore's first dance

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Hi Folks,As promised, I will be conducting dance workshops (ongoing sessions) starting from the month of August. Details below:Tuesday Workshops:Commencement Date: Tuesday, August 21Classes on - Aug 28, Sept 4, Sept 11, Sept 18, Sept 251.5 hours x 6 sessionsTime: 8.00 pm - 9.30 pmCourse Fee: S$270orSaturday Workshops:Commencement Date: Saturday, August 25Classes on - Sept 1, Sept 8, Sept 15, Sept

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Hi Dancing Divas,Some of you have asked me about the types of dance that I'd be teaching in my upcoming workshops. So here it goes...Tuesday WorkshopsWeeks 1 - 3Jazz - (Funky Street Style)Weeks 4 - 6Lyrical Jazz (also known to some of you as "soft & sexy") Saturday WorkshopsWeeks 1 - 3Jazz (Latin Style)Weeks 4 - 6Jazz (Movie/MTV or Broadway dance styles) I figured this would be the best way to

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I had a recent debate with someone recently and the motion was, "Can every dancer teach dance?" And my answer was a firm NO.Let's start from the fundamentals...Most dance instructors were or are dancers and because of their experience and knowledge, they started to teach dance. Most who stay in the game long enough would know that all forms of dance go right down to basic dance techniques, with

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All artistes should read this book. It's a classic and it talks about understanding the unlimited idea of freedom. In short, the story makes you realize that you have to be true to yourself. The source of happiness comes from persevering to achieve your own dream.

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Hi Everybody!!! After much persuasion, I’d finally jumped onto the blogging bandwagon and I must say that I am extremely excited about the prospect of being able to share my perspectives, views, thoughts through my blog. Stay with me, as I discover the joys of the blogosphere and as we progress, I look forward to using this little personal e-space as a platform for the cross-share of our

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