Allow me to gush about the amazing experience of being a part of the Rebel Heart Irish Dance family. The 100+ member troupe has officially adopted me as "Mum" of all. It's no surprise that non-Oscilowski dancers and their families touch my heart. I can't tell you how many times other people's children have brought tears to my eyes. Our show this week at Cumberland Crossings in Carlisle was a great example.
Anan, one of the youngest dancers, tends to steal any show that he and his 3 year old sister Alana perform with us. They exceed the quota of cuteness allowed in any one place.
Anan performed a 2-hand ceili with my son Andrew. Andrew is 19 and stands about 6 feet tall, and Anan who just turned 5, is short for his age. As they prepared to dance, and Miss Stephanie was telling the audience about what they were doing, Anan looked up at Andrew with such admiration, you'd think he was holding hands with God. The beaming smile on his face as he looked at his towering partner was one I will cherish.
I doubt that many residents of Cumberland Crossing noticed how well Andrew performed the step, as they were too charmed by the little guy hanging on for dear life at the hands of his mentor.
Andrew's mission has been to recruit the young boys who get dragged to the studio for their sisters' lessons. He has privately tutored many of them, and attends the lower level classes to give instruction and encouragement to the males wanting to emulate him and his brothers John Paul and Robert. Although he is humble about his dancing feats, Andrew has won the hearts of many, including the boys who look forward to their time in class and at shows.
What a gift!
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