Kolo Festival, San Francisco, and endless possibilities!

Thanksgiving break 2011, I traveled down to San Francisco for the first time in my life and was immediately captivated by coming over the bay bridge, sighting the golden gate bridge in the distance, and watching the buildings rise above the freeway. The architecture seemed magical. The houses on the hills were each painted in a unique and authentic color, yet they each resembled the next while displaying the sense of belonging. I learned a life lesson here, we can each be authentic and unique and still share a sense of belonging with those around us. There is no need to feel lonely for being different. I hardly slept that night. I was so full of excitement for the days activities. I was looking forward to rigorous dancing and learning. I was extremely happy for the opportunity to make more connections in the folk dancing community. I enjoyed learning dances with new people, who brought a new perspective on folk dancing that I had not seen before. I enjoyed watching the minute and pronounced differences in style from person to person. I enjoyed taking hands with people I hardly knew and instantly belonging to something infinitely beautiful. I enjoyed building new memories with my body, heart, mind and soul. It was outstanding, standing there in a room filled with lifetimes of passion. I danced, and danced, and danced,and danced. I met many incredible young people. They made dancing feel even more enchanting. One girl had an inspiring effect on me. I feel as though the universe is full of infinite possibilities. I have been so fortunate in the last two years to come into contact with so many incredibly passionate young women who have impressed upon me the desire to fulfill dreams and live with more passion. I am glad my life is so touched by talented and passionate people. Sincerely, GIRL IN A PINK BERT