I had been searching for an adult ballet class for YEARS, and Sam finally found PBADA for me. Everyone was SO kind, and I looked forward to my class every single week. During those classes I saw your determination to grow something really important, and I saw your heart in the way you wanted to do it. The way you talked about the PBCo dancers made me know that if Grey wanted to ever pursue dance, that this was going to be a safe and loving place.

Now that Grey is dancing, I see the way the older girls inspire her to reach high. She has built in superstars to aspire to be! I cried during the first winter showcase Grey was in. Seeing the work that the company kids were putting into their art and how, even at a young age, they were able to tell rich stories through their movement was so freaking cool. That comes from the instruction, the teachers, and the choreography. The love you guys have for these kids is insane and I know that you believe in Grey and push her in ways that only a parental figure could. Calling her out when she’s not where she should be, and praising her when she is. We trust you and put our kids in your hands, and they grow and thrive because of it.

A village is vital to raising young kids. Knowing that I can reach out to so many other moms if I ever needed help is like a safety net that is made of gold. Every time I talk about it I get emotional! I just feel so lucky to be walking down this path with really incredible parents, and knowing that we’re creating this really great childhood for our kids is amazing.

So, in short, you’re stuck with us forever 💜