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Finding Joy

Finally picking up ballet, once a childhood dream, in my thirties

A career and three children later, ballet called to me once more.

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Going on pointe - gives that great sense of accomplishment because it took the writer years of practice to get there.

Despite the challenges, sweat and effort, the writer feels immense joy in completing a clean, solid pirouette or a quick petit allegro combination. 

PHOTOS: LIM PENG PENG

Lim Peng Peng

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The clock reads 6pm. To a colleague next to me in the office, I blurt out: “Gotta go soon, or I will be late for class.”

She looks up from her laptop, puzzled: “What class are you headed for?” Puzzlement turns to surprise when I reply: “Ballet.”

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