The look on each dancer’s face was a reflection of how I felt. My nerves were about to shoot through the roof if we don’t get this recital started. Hailey was calm and collected. Not showing an ounce of doubt or that she is nervous. I wasn’t afraid of the dance but for what followed afterwards. I know Travis expressed that he isn’t worried if this is going to become permanent. I was still having second thoughts about all of this. Not about our relationship. It was terrific and we were on the same wavelength. “Jaylin.” I looked at Hailey when I heard the tone of her voice. Her eyes were narrowed as she motioned with her head towards the entrance of the room. My mother was greeted by every dancer in the room. Everyone expressed how she became an inspiration to them and how they wish to

