Explorations of the couch

I dedicate these dances to Professor Gwyneth Jones, who has and continues to share her wisdom and give me light to keep moving and find my way through this madness. This is a moment of joy as I explore my couch and three songs inspired by Gwyneth's amazing dance classes. Its remarkable how unstable it feels to move on a surface that is not guaranteed to be steady like the floor--I am learning to explore this wobbly sensation in my body and my heart.

Thankful for the sun!

Songs:

Billie Jean by the Civil Wars
For Once in my Life by Stevie Wonder
Heartbreaker by The Alabama Shakes


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