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Ziva Diva

online 53 friends
joined on 03/04/04
last updated 10/26/09
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My Testimonials

January 24, 2006
Ziva was a wonderful sponser to work with. She opened her home and shared her lovely kitties with me! She even had an emergency in her family, and still was graceful, thoughtful and took the time to say thanks.
I'd come back anytime!
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BAKLAVA'S BLOG

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originally published at BAKLAVA Bellydance Updates!
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My Photo

Baklava photoshoot
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My Free Text

My page is all about free and honest discussion about issues related to belly dance and self image.

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This is what's up!

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originally published at Anything and Everything!
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ZivaDiva with BAKLAVA

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I have a B.S. in Psychology and just recently completed my M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling. My primary goal is to help other women feel more confident with themselves. I like to encourage people to think beyond their self-imposed limits and thoughts.
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My Blog

Begins this Thursday night, 9/3. For details and to reserve a spot email me! zivadiva2000@yahoo.com
Sun, August 30, 2009 - 7:52 PM permalink - 0 comments
 
I’m going back to teaching belly dance after a 1.5 year hiatus due to a back injury. I admit that at first I was concerned about doing so because my body isn’t lookin’ so hot. You all know what I mean. I’m about 20 lbs. over what I’d like to be and I just don’t feel “comfy” in my skin.

However, when I expressed this sentiment to a close friend, her heartfelt and loving response was, “But, just think how good those women will feel when they come into that studio and see a real woman teac... read more
Fri, December 29, 2006 - 1:19 PM permalink - 1 comment
 
Why “Bombshell” Belly Dance?

Because bombshells are REAL women, each with her own personality and her own special body type. Real women are more beautiful in their curviness and softness than any airbrushed model. Think about the beautiful bombshells of the past: Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Mansfield, Jane Russell, Carmen Miranda, Mae West, Dolly Parton, and, of course, Betty Boop! These women were not emaciated. They were strong, healthy women. The kind of women you might live next door t... read more
Fri, December 2, 2005 - 10:56 AM permalink - 2 comments
 
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My Recent Activity

Re: Where to get a sword?? (in Swordtastic Shananigans) I got my Balady scimitar today from Kult of Athena..I love it! And I am very pleased with the speed with which KOA filled my order! I'll definitely refer people to them!
discussion post on Fri, November 20, 2009 - 5:28 PM
Re: Candle dancing (in **Bellydance Props!!!**) Thanks, Zafira..good advice!
discussion post on Thu, November 19, 2009 - 7:55 PM
Re: On elevating our art form... Thoughtful critique (in Belly Dancing - the Shira.net Tribe) Zafira, I agree-my fave teachers are those who point things out in a nice way that I need to correct. I personally do that gently in my classes and one of the positive feedback comments is that I do this and they appreciate it.

Why are we so... read more
discussion post on Thu, November 19, 2009 - 1:36 PM
Candle dancing (in **Bellydance Props!!!**) Hey, anyone have any helpful ideas, hints, know-how to share regarding this? What kind of candles, tray, etc.?

Thanks,
ZD
discussion post on Thu, November 19, 2009 - 7:52 AM
Re: Review: Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller (in *Beauty Secrets for Divas*) Thanks, Jasmine. Will keep you updated. Your suggestions are very appreciated!
discussion post on Fri, November 13, 2009 - 6:23 PM
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Join me ( miscellaneous » other ) I'm Ziva Diva in Mobile, Alabama. I want your input on various matters--... read more
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