>>Erin, Many people take ballet for different reasons, but please don't discourageher or any because of their age. As far as not going professional, she may already know that.Perhaps she is looking for new friends in a safe place. Living in Phila., I have seen it all.As a matter of fact I am 33 y.o. I decided to pursue ballet to help keep myself fit and in shape.I am not one for lifting weights and I wanted an exercise that was fun, in my eyes ballet isfun. I also get to meet new people, unlike those who hang out in bars or do drugs. Sorry for jumping onyou I didn't mean too. Just remember that we are here to support each other in their efforts.
P.S. Like I said, I wanted to be in with a good crowd, I haven't met a single dancer that does crack, as for me I am proud tosay, "I will be completely clean of crack two years on January 7th, 2000."
Sincerely,
Fred
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