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Even at a young age, I always loved to perform. In fact, my mother said that as a child I didn't learn how to walk but how to dance. I thought of dancing professionally but didn't quite fit in with the ultra-thin, lengthy ballerinas who shared the stage with me. Not sure which direction to go into and after spending a couple years in fashion modeling, I entered college. That's when it happened-the acting bug bit! After performing in various venues and graduating Magna Cum Laude with a BFA in Acting, I moved to California.

While in California, however, my life took an unexpected turn. After a show one night, I met an audience member who followed me to a cast party and since, has never left my side. After falling in love and marrying this devoted fan, I took some time off to focus on what I call "domestic adventures." I even tried many other professions including personal training and directing children's drama and dance. But I could not fill the void that was in my heart -the longing to perform.

So when I auditioned for a fusion dance company-"just for the fun of it", it finally hit me, "This is what I was meant to do. So, do it!" After the show's run, I had a long talk with my family and told them the acting and dancing bug had bit me again and that I was going full force into living my dream. I was "Back in the Biz!"

Since making that decision with my whole heart, I haven't looked back. I have split my time acting, dancing and pursuing other creative outlets along with mothering and home schooling my three children. I can't explain the force that drives me other than "purpose and passion." What's my purpose? Not quite sure. Where did I find the passion? Haven't a clue (but have some idea.) I just know it is there and when the time comes my purpose will be revealed. Until then I just pursue!

I still continue (when time allows) to teach children's dance and drama as encouraging children is a passion of mine and being a "sister in iron" and a health neurotic, I still continue to promote health and fitness. No longer having the time to consult one on one, I now reveal my tips and ideas through my newsletter, BALANCING_ACT.

I also keep busy studying Panjo (Persian street fighting) and sword collecting( not an easy hobby here in California.) And although my "domestic adventures" have not waned (and I suspect they never will,) I have learned to vacuum a lot less. Being a woman with 5 vacuums, that's saying a lot!!