The Broken Ballerina
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"In life, as in the dance, grace glides on blistered feet"
The life of a ballerina isn't easy, it is an emotional and physical struggle. As much as it hurts, it's something I'm passionate about. But the reasons might not be clear to a few.
Contest Entry for Ellen Hopkins.
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