The Yukon is an amazing place! I was so impressed with everything I saw there, from the belly dancing to the scenery. I'm not sure what I expected - maybe something like a small town in Wyoming or South Dakota, where I grew up. The wintry weather was certainly familiar - cold, sunny, dry and snowy. But the place is much more progressive, prosperous and well-educated than I ever dreamed. There was lots of beautiful, fresh produce and other grocery items in the store (always a big concern for m... read more

Oh man, I have a sudden opportunity to travel to Mexico TOMORROW with my daughter to visit my beloved brother at his home. I would so LOVE to do it. Problem is, I just got back from the Yukon and I have postponed moving twice already. My poor husband and son would be stuck with doing the moving without me. I don't want to guilt trip myself (screw guilt!) but at the same time I have a big responsibility here.

Go and play with two of the people I love most in the world? And leave the other t... read more

I had such a good time at Mezdulene's Tribal Oasis. I got to ride with two of my favorite dancers in the world, Salome and Razia. The atmosphere was great, like a party. I love so many of the Southern Oregon dancers who were there. Mez, of course, Susan, Sakari, Devi, Jasel, it's always so great to see friends at these events. If I am leaving anyone out, please forgive me.

A nice surprise - Sally got someone to videotape my dance! I had no idea. It turned out pretty well, especially since ... read more