http://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodeeBLOG RSSTue, 17 Dec 2019 00:45:41 GMTTue, 17 Dec 2019 00:45:41 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/tis-the-season-for-readingYes, I have a dance family for sure. We love to dance at home, in class, at the mall shopping, in the car (yes, there too). Pretty much anytime we hear music, and don’t get me started on the whole Frozen thing! But as much as we like to shake it all out dancing, we also LOVE books! Inspiring my kids to enjoy reading is a priority in our home, even if it’s a book about dance and movement.Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:45:41 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/tis-the-season-for-readinghttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/5-ways-to-spread-family-togetherness-this-holiday-seasonHave you noticed that Chestnut Praline, Caramel Brulée and Cinnamon Dolce lattes are back? That must mean the holiday season is revving up for a wonderful and heartwarming December!!Here are some favorites to enjoy this holiday season! You never know, one may just become your new annual tradition!1. Live Theatre, Shows, Concerts, Parades, TrainsLos Angeles Ballet Presents The Nutcracker @ Alex Theatre in Glendalehttps://www.alextheatre.org/eventsHoliday Sing-Along @ Walt Disney ConcertTue, 17 Dec 2019 00:45:40 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/5-ways-to-spread-family-togetherness-this-holiday-seasonhttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/the-halloween-boogieHalloween is just moments away! As costumes, pumpkins, candy, spiders and ghosts fill the air, don’t forget to add a little boogie!Wed, 30 Oct 2019 17:58:35 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/the-halloween-boogiehttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/history-of-danceLast week our CREW team dancers were given homework. To define “footwork”. Typically homework isn’t seen as a fun activity but the girls were super excited and couldn’t look it up fast enough. This got me to thinking about the importance of dance history, meaning and exposure to the evolution of dance. Knowing where the movements come from, not just learning the steps, creates a more well-rounded dancer. Do you know where footwork originated? I’ll give you a hint, it’s the home of the deep dishWed, 25 Sep 2019 04:52:21 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/history-of-dancehttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/dancing-makes-you-smarterWow! Can Summer really truly be coming to an end already??!! It’s crazy just how time flies. I’m known for saying, the clock just keeps on ticking. If only we could slow… down…. time. But only When we want to, of course. As you run around, getting your kids all ready for the start of the school year, don’t forget to schedule dance classesAlthough the arts are often overlooked in importance, dance is believed to be just as important as math, science and language!Would you believe thatWed, 21 Aug 2019 02:02:35 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/dancing-makes-you-smarterhttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/keep-it-all-togetherHave you ever arrived at dance class to hear, “Mom! You forgot my jazz shoes and I have jazz today!!” and see sheer panic flash across their face? Or had to make the dreaded round trip home, racing the clock, dodging traffic with your fingers crossed that you’d make it back to the studio in time?  Maybe you’ve received a call from the front desk saying your dancer isn’t in proper class attire or is missing hair supplies to create the perfect ballerina bun?If you just cringed, the perfect danceWed, 30 Oct 2019 18:03:12 GMThttp://missmelodee.com/bloggingwithmissmelodee/keep-it-all-together