Alexandra was a 5 foot 6 inch girl weighing approximately 128 pounds. All her life she wanted to be something. She wanted people to stop what they were doing and turn towards her while she danced. She wanted people to know her name for her amazing lines and magnificent jumps. She wanted to be the one that all the little dancers looked up to like they did to Misty Copeland or Anna Pavlova. Ever since Alexandra was little, she has dreamed of being able to jump as high as the clouds. But at the moment, Alexandra was only 14 years old and was devoting her teenage life to the lifestyle of a prima ballerina. She would spend the entire week in her studio taking classes from mid-afternoon until late at night. For her, it was all worth it. She hoped to be able to participate in the Julliard summer program before she graduated from high school. “Alexandra, are you ready?” asked her sister, Dani. “I’ll be in the car in about 5 minutes.” Alexandra replied. As Dani drove her and her sister to the studio, she asked Alexandra, "So what do you think we should do this summer." Mom was talking about going to North Carolina for a few days and then maybe doing some fun things here. “Well, I thought I was going to go to New York.” said Alexandra. “We go to New York all the time. Why do we have to go back Alexandra? Alexandra took a breath then spoke, "Well, I was thinking that since I'm turning 15 in a month, I could go there for a few days and stay with Aunt Cheryl. Then, during the day, I could go to the Broadway Dance Center and take classes." ballet class. I think taking training outside of the studio is the best thing for me if I want to continue my life as a ballerina “Mom will never let you go to New York alone, Alexandra, even if you are with Aunt Cheryl. .She will be... middle of paper......t in mind! ” Alexandra shouted usually could do about 7 turns, but the intimidation of all these dancers made it about 10. At the. At the end of the week, Alexandra approached Addison and thanked her. "I'm really enjoying these classes this week. I'm from Baton Rouge and we don't have things like that there, so come." here was a very big opportunity. said Alexandra “Oh, you’re welcome. You are very good. But I feel like you started to hold back towards the end of the week. “Yeah, I think so. I think I was just intimidated by all the prima ballerinas in the room. I always wanted to be a professional ballerina. Alexandra replied. Finally, Addison said, “I congratulate you on your big goals, Alexandra. But keep working hard. You are like me. But one day you will succeed. You're going to go far, Alexandra. Don't doubt yourself.”