Originally Posted by speedtrap:
“It took me 6 hours to drive back from my last Jaliona experience in Edinburgh…time enough to reflect on all my encounters with this magical dancing pair. Time enough, also, to reflect on the role that this thread has played in my life for more than a year now. I’ve shared so many wonderful times with friends found here, but also through Twitter, at venues and, as it transpires, encounters with DS lurkers who told me they read this thread “word for word” and were able to quote some of their favourite times…the Jaybus is a thing of legend apparently…Rosedroplet…you better be listening…take care of those keys!! Pitstop, I don’t know about you but I still have 21 months left as a “Speed Awareness” probationer.
Anyhow, I haven’t posted in yonks but suddenly had a yearning to return to the Cosy Attic…where we all could retreat from the madness and harshness of the MF…where we all felt among friends. Good Times!
I think I should put in a disclaimer here…I haven’t lurked since I last posted but I have dropped in to look when a post or theme has reached my ears. So, apologies, there’s a massive chasm in my AT knowledge. Having said that, I thought it prudent to read what might have been reported re Edinburgh before I jumped in…so I did. Bearing that in mind, I haven't attempted to review the dancing or show...others have done that. What did resonate though was the reference to Nellie's toast to Jaliona and the friendships that have arisen. I'm sorry if I've missed anyone...but a shoutout to all who I've met in person and/or have continued to keep in touch by other means.
I don’t know how long it might be before I post again so I think this might act as a summary of past months:
MK
…that was a really special time:
Pitstop, you are a gem, a gem I tell ya! How absolutely lovely to meet you…your crafty talents are part of my family history now. Mwah!
McG, So thrilled you got to meet the man himself. How did we ever drag you away?! Memories forever.
Arnostae…and OH, you Video Ninja, you! Hope we get to meet again…Dublin?
Stella…not DS but a fully paid-up Jalionistasista. This doesn’t end here…just the beginning my dear.
Jnb…partner in crime!!! That first stage door journey; a very revealing shortcut.
Others have caught up with me since to say they were there…sorry we didn’t meet then, but have met a few of you later. x
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Wimbledon…nearly didn’t happen for me. As it was, I missed the matinee and the train that I had tickets for and instead, drove down in time to catch up with folks for the evening show. Great times had before during and after. Left about 11.20pm, got home at 3.30am…TOTALLY WORTH IT!!
Sooo many DS and twitter friends there that night…and Stella too! Sorry for not name-checking everyone (a bit of a blur) but special mention for danceagogo, Fridgesoup and Rosedroplet …lovely, lovely peeps. As luck would have it, there was a spare seat going with a great view and less aroma so jnb joined me…right behind Rosie and Soupy.
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Plymouth…Just as we’d promised Jay at MK jnb and I were going to be there opening night, supporting.
We met Soupy, RosieD, NellieK, Janetshep for a pre-show bite and off we went to experience Jay’s BIG break. WOW! You’ve all had reports, no need for me to comment I suspect.
Met lot’s I’d met before in MK and Wimbledon…twitter (which now includes Stella ) and DS. Stella with her children now...they both got selfies with Jay who was completely adorable with them.
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Edinburgh…Thursday, Friday and 2 shows Saturday:
Thursday…danceagogo and I had planned this one from the start! Was really good to spend some quality time with a thread friend who had been there for me when I needed it. Sharing of grandchild pics and stories. Missed you on the Sat but family comes first. Aliona is radiant. Jay is great…a bit hesitant perhaps, but I’m only saying that with hindsight…I didn’t know what was to come…
Friday…again, long since planned with celloplayer (thank you for being there too cello ) but in the interim the draw of Edinburgh brought in other friends, NellieK, Jelly L , DD and Polly (with sis)... and the ever delightful Stella and lil’un. There were messages flying everywhere trying to connect and co-ordinate! I watched Jay and Aliona with DD and cello (plus her gorgeous hubby) from the circle. Jay was more at ease in the Q&A and the routines. The VW and Rumba were superb. The post show drinkies was hilarious and, no DD, I didn’t have a Shiraz hangover!
Waves to Lurkers
Saturday…more people hitting the city. Gutted jnb was too poorly to make it, get well soon x …Jayfan on her way. Twitter peeps making last minute decisions to see Jaliona dance one last time. Coffee with DD in my swanky hotel. Afternoon drinks in the Theatre Bar…matinee…the show is even better…the cast are putting everything into it…Jay is on fire!!
Waves to more lurkers.
The Swan Song…beautiful, poignant, charismatic, charming, elegant, funny…and very, very sad.
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Dear Jaliona…thank you both for so much.
x”
“It took me 6 hours to drive back from my last Jaliona experience in Edinburgh…time enough to reflect on all my encounters with this magical dancing pair. Time enough, also, to reflect on the role that this thread has played in my life for more than a year now. I’ve shared so many wonderful times with friends found here, but also through Twitter, at venues and, as it transpires, encounters with DS lurkers who told me they read this thread “word for word” and were able to quote some of their favourite times…the Jaybus is a thing of legend apparently…Rosedroplet…you better be listening…take care of those keys!! Pitstop, I don’t know about you but I still have 21 months left as a “Speed Awareness” probationer.

Anyhow, I haven’t posted in yonks but suddenly had a yearning to return to the Cosy Attic…where we all could retreat from the madness and harshness of the MF…where we all felt among friends. Good Times!

I think I should put in a disclaimer here…I haven’t lurked since I last posted but I have dropped in to look when a post or theme has reached my ears. So, apologies, there’s a massive chasm in my AT knowledge. Having said that, I thought it prudent to read what might have been reported re Edinburgh before I jumped in…so I did. Bearing that in mind, I haven't attempted to review the dancing or show...others have done that. What did resonate though was the reference to Nellie's toast to Jaliona and the friendships that have arisen. I'm sorry if I've missed anyone...but a shoutout to all who I've met in person and/or have continued to keep in touch by other means.
I don’t know how long it might be before I post again so I think this might act as a summary of past months:
MK
…that was a really special time: Pitstop, you are a gem, a gem I tell ya! How absolutely lovely to meet you…your crafty talents are part of my family history now. Mwah!
McG, So thrilled you got to meet the man himself. How did we ever drag you away?! Memories forever.
Arnostae…and OH, you Video Ninja, you! Hope we get to meet again…Dublin?
Stella…not DS but a fully paid-up Jalionistasista. This doesn’t end here…just the beginning my dear.
Jnb…partner in crime!!! That first stage door journey; a very revealing shortcut.
Others have caught up with me since to say they were there…sorry we didn’t meet then, but have met a few of you later. x
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Wimbledon…nearly didn’t happen for me. As it was, I missed the matinee and the train that I had tickets for and instead, drove down in time to catch up with folks for the evening show. Great times had before during and after. Left about 11.20pm, got home at 3.30am…TOTALLY WORTH IT!!
Sooo many DS and twitter friends there that night…and Stella too! Sorry for not name-checking everyone (a bit of a blur) but special mention for danceagogo, Fridgesoup and Rosedroplet …lovely, lovely peeps. As luck would have it, there was a spare seat going with a great view and less aroma so jnb joined me…right behind Rosie and Soupy.

Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Plymouth…Just as we’d promised Jay at MK jnb and I were going to be there opening night, supporting.
We met Soupy, RosieD, NellieK, Janetshep for a pre-show bite and off we went to experience Jay’s BIG break. WOW! You’ve all had reports, no need for me to comment I suspect.

Met lot’s I’d met before in MK and Wimbledon…twitter (which now includes Stella ) and DS. Stella with her children now...they both got selfies with Jay who was completely adorable with them.
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Edinburgh…Thursday, Friday and 2 shows Saturday:
Thursday…danceagogo and I had planned this one from the start! Was really good to spend some quality time with a thread friend who had been there for me when I needed it. Sharing of grandchild pics and stories. Missed you on the Sat but family comes first. Aliona is radiant. Jay is great…a bit hesitant perhaps, but I’m only saying that with hindsight…I didn’t know what was to come…
Friday…again, long since planned with celloplayer (thank you for being there too cello ) but in the interim the draw of Edinburgh brought in other friends, NellieK, Jelly L , DD and Polly (with sis)... and the ever delightful Stella and lil’un. There were messages flying everywhere trying to connect and co-ordinate! I watched Jay and Aliona with DD and cello (plus her gorgeous hubby) from the circle. Jay was more at ease in the Q&A and the routines. The VW and Rumba were superb. The post show drinkies was hilarious and, no DD, I didn’t have a Shiraz hangover!
Waves to Lurkers
Saturday…more people hitting the city. Gutted jnb was too poorly to make it, get well soon x …Jayfan on her way. Twitter peeps making last minute decisions to see Jaliona dance one last time. Coffee with DD in my swanky hotel. Afternoon drinks in the Theatre Bar…matinee…the show is even better…the cast are putting everything into it…Jay is on fire!!
Waves to more lurkers.
The Swan Song…beautiful, poignant, charismatic, charming, elegant, funny…and very, very sad.
Dear Jay…what an absolute sweetheart.
Dear Jaliona…thank you both for so much.
x”
Lovely post Speedy and heartfelt too - looking forward to meeting up with you again in Dublin and a longer chat




