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Abstract: A homage to her late father, this collection of lyrical essays and poetry exemplifies the power of love and loss when it comes to the grieving process.

Keywords: Lyrical, celebration, family, trauma, grief, loss

Abstract A brief summary: Reflections from the Ballet Barre consists of two nonfiction essays about dance, particularly ballet. Both essays explore the literal reflections dancers experience when looking in mirrors at dance studios, as well as the reflections that occurred during my own experiences when studing from childhood to adolescence. Both pieces acknowledge the conflicts many dancers experience, with specific focus on how one's body can be a limitation and...