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Ballerina

She twirls, swirls, dips and sways In exotic costumes of satin and tulle She leaps into the air her arms fluttering Her pirouettes leave audiences stuttering Into the wings she glides with grace Then reappears to thunderous applause An experience filled with fun and delight Only at the ballet can we see such a sight. Written October 2, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 10/6/2021 12:48:00 PM

"only at the ballet" and I say thank goodness as it is usually way too slow for me.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/6/2021 1:04:00 PM

I love the ballet, but unfortunately I live in a part of the country where the only type of dancing that's acceptable is the line dance and the clog! (chuckling)

Shirley Hawkins

Date: 10/3/2021 10:23:00 PM

You captured this Milt....

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/4/2021 7:38:00 AM

Shirley, thank you so much. I hope I did her justice!

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 10/3/2021 2:59:00 PM

Hello Milton ... fine lines to demonstrate an art where one must be really fit and precise - thank you Milton - Lindsay

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/3/2021 7:24:00 PM

Again, so true, and many people do not realize that ballerinas have to train to achieve the physical stamina. I think they have to start their training at a very early age, too. Thanks for the read.

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 10/3/2021 5:21:00 AM

I hope plenty of flowers and encores were enjoyed...Delice

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/3/2021 8:56:00 AM

Those ballerinas do love the flowers, don't they? Thanks, Delice.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 10/2/2021 5:44:00 PM

Nice!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/2/2021 8:47:00 PM

Thanks so much, Kim. I appreciate your reaction.