On Sunday, Emilia's first season of dance at the Cincinnati Ballet came to an end with a performance in the Community Showcase. While she gave her best on stage, the moment that touched my heart the most and showed me how much progress she has made occurred when we arrived at the center for a final pre-show rehearsal. The reception staff was checking dancers' names off a list and called out to us when we walked in the door. Before I could answer their question about Emilia's name, she had walked up and responded for herself, loud and clear, "I am Emilia Martini, ballerina."
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Five little words signifying a new confidence, improved social skills, self-advocacy and purpose. Five little words that mean so much.
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