Three years ago, at the age of 59, I discovered my passion for dance. What started as a hobby quickly grew into a love that has had an incredible impact on my life. Not only has it brought me joy, but it has also been a powerful tool for improving my mental health. Just an hour of dance allows me to step away from the stresses of life and focus on myself.

Many of you know how much dance lights up my life, and how it has become a source of positivity and energy for me.

Last year, I discovered a wonderful charity called Tia’s Crown, which provides free dance classes to support both mental and physical health. They host a charity event called Dance Floor Heroes, inspired by Strictly Come Dancing, where participants are paired with professional dancers and perform at the Empress Ballroom in the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.

Fast forward 10 months, countless dreams, an application form, a video audition and an interview later—and I am thrilled to share that I’ve been selected as one of the finalists!

For those of you who have seen the excitement in me, I’d be so grateful if you could support both me and this amazing charity. Together, let’s raise as much money as possible to help continue their incredible work.

Thank you so much for your support!

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