Tell us about yourself

I was born in Scotland. Grew up in NY. And have lived and worked in Beaufort for 30 years.

When did you start dancing?

I started dancing about 5 1/2 years ago.

What inspired you to start dancing?

My friend Emily asked if I would take some lessons and I said yes.

Favorite dance or dances?

Rumba and waltz.

What classes and events have you joined?

All of them. 😊

What do you enjoy about dancing at Revolution Ballroom?

Being around happy people.

What benefits has dance brought to your life?

Confidence, health and mental wellbeing.

Is there anything that surprised you about the process of learning to dance?

How much I fell in love with it.

What would you say to people who would like to learn to dance but are a bit nervous about giving it a try?

I was more afraid of trying dancing than I was of jumping out of an airplane or driving a race car. But it has become a great love of my life.