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Here's a little fairy story for a Monday.....once upon a time there was a Pixie who was ever so mean. He was close friends with the wicked witch of the West and part of a witches coven whose name could not be spoken anywhere in the land of Web. (more inside) -- J R Hartley, Mon, Aug 13 2007, 19:50:45 [24]
Over many years he had worked his way up the ladder to become very important in the lands of Middle Earth, and was friends with all of the Elven Lords. Because of this he treated all of the little sprites badly, thinking in his heart that the Elven Lords would always protect him.

One day a Hobbit came to pass. He wasn't very important, but he knew right from wrong, and was the only Hobbit in the whole of Middle Earth who was prepared to say the name of the coven out loud in the land of Web.

Seeing that the Pixie was behaving so badly he said "Enough, I challenge the Elven Lords to stop this Pixie from treating all the little sprites so badly.

At first the Elven Lords were keen to protect their friend but soon they found that more and more sprites, emboldened by the steadfastness of the Hobbit, began to rebel against the nasty Pixie and his master, the evil witch of the West. Eventually rather than risk a rebellion, they decided that enough really was enough.

The little Pixie was banished from the realm of Middle Earth, back to the West from whence his evildoings sprang, and the last time he was seen, he was down in the Gutter.

The moral of the story is don't tread on the little people on the way up the ladder, as they might just knock you back down again, and it's a long crawl back out of the gutter.

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- I really enjoyed the story and it's moral, but can I just ask WHY????? (NT) -- PARENT, Mon, Aug 13 2007, 23:59:06
  - sometimes the true meaning of a story is only found when you read between the lines (NT) -- ;o), Tue, Aug 14 2007, 19:15:36
- this is hilarious!!!!i know exactly who and what you mean!!!it almost makes all those years of hell worth it..... (NT) -- .....maybe not but was funny!!, Thu, Aug 16 2007, 17:20:10
  - oh and in the Gutter!! Where he belongs!!!! (NT) -- what comes around goes around, Thu, Aug 16 2007, 17:23:56
- figured it out. Hope this isn't just a fairy tale. hope it real life you get the happy ending you deserve (NT) -- i believe in fairies!, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 12:54:00
- I think I have figured it out but I'm not too sure... lol (NT) -- puzzler, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 13:57:32
  - Interesting spin on a story unknown to majority!! But tbh, you sound pretty obsessed. Careful, too many I have seen with this orientation end out in the gutter themselves! (NT) -- sad, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 19:10:44
    - Not sure how you think it sounds obsessed. This is a story a lot of people know about and are interested in. I hope it all works out for those involved. It has been a long time now and should have been resolved quickly. (NT) -- ., Sat, Aug 18 2007, 16:59:23
- I believe in faries I do! I do! (NT) -- xxxxxxxdancerxxxxxxxxxx, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 22:48:05
- Don't know what or whom you're talking about, and you obviously don't want to tell the rest of us, so why put it out there? (NT) -- ?????????????????, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 23:57:07
  - A lot of people do know what this is about and now have an update. (NT) -- That's why, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 1:13:44
    - Does this have something to do with a recent topical event that alot of people have been following? Just a little curious, although do not think it is a MOS 'thing'. (NT) -- Am I right?, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 1:30:02
      - No it isn't a MOS thing, nor anything to do with anyone in or associated with the school, but it does make a fun read, and maybe poignant too. (NT) -- only just getting the gist now., Sat, Aug 18 2007, 1:51:49
- Is it a UK thing or Irish thing? (NT) -- just wondering as I don't follow the ID tragedies, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 5:13:23
- Last time I saw your so called 'evil' pixie, he was enjoying copious amounts of celebration with his very happy and very successful little dancing sprites. They had all done particularly well at one of those major pixie competitions. Is that in the Gutter? (NT) -- me, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 18:22:35
  - Funny I wondered that as well. Be warned all as the "evil" pixie is an accomplished swordsman and is very good at crossing them (NT) -- & remember winning the battle is not winning the war, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 18:50:00
  - Of course I have no idea who you are talking about, as I was just telling a little fairy story, but you obviously feel that you recognise someone in real life, In my allegorical story it is not the Sprites who are in the Gutter (which is not something that would fit the moral of the story, after all), but just the evil Pixie. And remember that little Hobbits are used to wielding Orc destroying swords and wear elven methril to protect them when travelling out of Middle Earth into the dark lands of Kaye-Lea (NT) -- in the shadow of Mordor, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 22:13:32
    - curious -- confused, Sun, Aug 19 2007, 2:29:44
      - i think a reasonable knowledge of Tolken maybe required and then a generous helping of leaping logic. Btw, that is just my opinon and I am only making wild guesses about similarities anyway. I could be way off the mark (NT) -- don't quote me, Sun, Aug 19 2007, 2:47:56
- Of course you have no idea who you're talking about, your little fairy story is the most mysterious I have ever come across. So thickly veiled that one would take years to find a similar situation in today's irish dancing world. You must be a very clever hobbit JR Hartley, the cleverest I have ever known.Maybe the government could hire you to create secret codes for them? Or you might get a role in the next Bourne film? (NT) -- For Mrs Brains Hartley from Mrs Sacastic., Sun, Aug 19 2007, 10:41:10
- sorry to burst the bubble - but if you'd like to read the 'hobbit's story just go to www.irish-dancer.co.uk. But remember, there are always two sides to a story. (NT) -- Mrs Sarcastic not being sarcastic, Sun, Aug 19 2007, 10:59:30
  - as with any fairy story the author wishes to make it clear that any similarity to any persons either living or dead is purely coincidental, and that any non-fictional events or places may have been used only to enhance dramatic effect (NT) -- J R Hartley, Sun, Aug 19 2007, 11:09:38
    - as I always say "names have been changed to protect the guilty" (NT) -- very creative, Sun, Aug 19 2007, 22:57:40
Go Jazzmine, what a way to do it, you were only fantastic. Absolutely delighted for you. Great results Caitlin, Olivia and Daniella. the worlds next year had better be ready for you all. Big well done to all MOS dancers who qualified in Manchester, -- Bridie and Aisleen, Mon, Jul 30 2007, 16:23:40 [5]

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- Thanks but as you know we still haven't yet got over the shock of her recalling let alonequalifying. Massive well done to Ais Jess Rebeccas and much to many to mention, To all the Mos Dancers who took part WELL DONE. (NT) -- Michelle and Jazzy, Thu, Aug 02 2007, 22:06:07
- Both myself and joe from my school have watched jazmine at Loads of feis' and we both have always loved her style! soo so pleased MOS have a big troupe going forward to represent u14 next year at the worlds. big goodluck for the regionals girls x (NT) -- LeanneDDx, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 12:58:56
- Oh my gosh THANKS Leanne that's such a nice comment. Hopefully you'll come and introduce yourself if you see us at the next feis. Thanks also for all your input on the Main board, just left you a message. (NT) -- Michelle and Jazzy, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 23:22:33
- we really dooo!! saw you dance at scanlon feis and countless others!! keep going for it!! Will definately be at the worlds in belfast to watch your age group, even though i have yet to qualify!! (NT) -- LeanneDDx-i'll be there qualifier or not!, Sun, Aug 19 2007, 3:19:10
guys, I've just posted the Manchester feis syllabus (29th & 30th September) on Irish dancer, thanks to Stella Moore for passing it on -- Irishdaz - www.irish-dancer.co.uk, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 22:54:21 [1]

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There have been discussions on other boards about how to sell dress but this tops it! Just seen dress on ebay with a DOG in the picture. Yes a real dog on bed next to dress, if that's not enough to put buyers off I don't know what is! Anyone been to someone's house & been asked to take their shoes off & in comes dog - just done wee or poo & sits on their precious floor or BED! Some people are just unbelievable! -- storm, Sat, Jul 21 2007, 20:35:35 [11]

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- Just proves it still takes all sorts, though wouldnt like to think what sort that might be. Maybe dog was part of the package, lol (NT) -- wishwillow, Sun, Jul 22 2007, 2:02:37
- what i am amazed at is the price of the dresses. today i saw one on dance again site that is 2000euros. im not saying that the dress isnt well made or nice, im just gobsmacked at the prices being asked. i know this is a constant topic of discussion and i know that some people are happy/able to pay for dresses at this price (lucky them :) however it i pay for a dress at that price i want a brand new one that is state of the art and guarenteed to win competitions LOL!!!! (NT) -- stunned @ prices, Sat, Jul 28 2007, 9:26:10
  - I think you'll find it's the dancer that wins, not the dress (NT) -- lol, Sun, Jul 29 2007, 17:09:39
- There are still reasonably priced Dressmakers that put out beautiful work. (NT) -- shop small, Tue, Aug 07 2007, 20:03:12
  - any ideas on what is considered a 'reasonable price' now, (NT) -- fed up with over the top prices, Wed, Aug 08 2007, 3:46:04
    - Personalli I love Lorettas dresses she's always made my daughters' dress and her prices start from 800.00gbp. Never had a problem. (NT) -- parent, Wed, Aug 08 2007, 13:06:12
    - $695.00 to $975.00 is reasonable. (NT) -- in my opinion, Tue, Aug 14 2007, 20:58:26
      - dd's last two piece dress, which can be worn without the jacket for displays as the bodice has been finished & appliqued to match the skirt cost £700 & that includes postage from the US & £100 import duty, quoted in the UK £1500 - £1800 for the same dress, using the same materials as US maker. US maker kept us up to date with regular emails & photos (NT) -- Worth shopping around, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 0:37:32
- Just a personal preference but I've looked at other dresses, and Some are quite nice and details are ok. Bu looking at Lorettas ther's a personal touch about her dresses, and hr input to me is invaluable. (NT) -- meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee, Tue, Aug 14 2007, 21:58:12
- i think dogs look so cute - could help to sell your dress! (NT) -- mamamia, Sat, Aug 18 2007, 20:04:30
Where can i find info on the south east regional qualifiers please -- tired mouse clicker, Mon, Jul 30 2007, 17:20:19 [2]

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- Try instepfm.com. Im sure details are on there now. (NT) -- x, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 13:26:52
been on the Mcgahan lees website and read the articles from the Harp. Leanne has written excellent pieces. Look forward to future reading. Thank you Leanne -- Bridie, Mon, Aug 13 2007, 22:44:59 [2]

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- Thankyou ever so much, its a pleasure xx (NT) -- LeanneDDx, Fri, Aug 17 2007, 12:56:06
I know the SR qualifyings are a few weeks away but I like to say Good luck to our mate Aisleen, you know you can do it Hun chin up shoulders back and smile. Gabby Nurse what a plum your mum is Jessie Leach go for it mate you're getting better and better at every feis, and last but certainly not least Rebecca Keegan, think about it you can do it. -- parent, Tue, Aug 14 2007, 23:03:19 [1]

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I have 2 pairs of size 12 Fays heavies for sale, Worn a couple of times asking price 55.oogbp each plus postage. Also I have a size looks like a Fays 3, well worn in but in fantastic condition, asking price 45.00gbp plus postage from London. -- parent, Tue, Aug 14 2007, 20:35:34 [1]

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Irish Dance CD -- www.niallmulligan.com, Tue, Aug 14 2007, 0:47:22 [1]
"Right On Time" Irish Dance Music by Niall Mulligan, is now availble on iTunes, Napster, and Rhapsody as well as many other major outlets. For a full list, as well as options to purchase the physical CD please visit www.niallmulligan.com We would at this time like to thank all our customers worldwide for making all our hard work worthwhile!!
Go Raibh Míle Maith Agat!!

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The timetable for the SR qualifying is now up on Des site. Thanks Des -- parent, Fri, Aug 10 2007, 12:03:53 [4]

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- Personally I'm delighted at the timetable, thank you (NT) -- looking forward to lie in, Sun, Aug 12 2007, 19:25:12
- Ha you're permanently in your pit. Let's hope you make it on time. You'd better as you're picking me up lol (NT) -- heeeee, Sun, Aug 12 2007, 19:49:09
  - even I should be able to make it by then, eeerr I hope, lol, nah, I will, now I've got my orders, :} (NT) -- you're so cruel, Sun, Aug 12 2007, 20:35:52
www.deancrouch.co.uk - nice site for all your music -- www.deancrouch.co.uk, Thu, Aug 09 2007, 21:58:19 [1]

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Aoife Soft Shoes - I am from California and our workshop teacher just recommended them to me for my dd. I can't seem to find anything on the web as to how to purchase these shoes. What do you think about these shoes? And do you know where I can look at them online or contact a seller? -- Thanks for any help you can provide. :), Wed, Aug 01 2007, 1:56:52 [3]

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- Irish Dance Wear -- in Dublin, Thu, Aug 02 2007, 21:16:25
  - Thanks. Do they have a website? (NT) -- Jeanne, Sat, Aug 04 2007, 6:16:54
First time at BN's and thought overall results were good. Admittedly some marks were a little up and down, but seemed to even out in final results. Certainly didn't look as bad as I've read about previous years. My child didn't qualify this time, but onward and hopefully upward in the future. Thought everyone at the venue were very friendly and helpful, enjoyed it so would go again in future. -- relieved parent, Mon, Jul 30 2007, 17:38:43 [7]

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- we also loved it .venue ,staff and helpers were great and on time, good job (NT) -- m, Tue, Jul 31 2007, 0:08:17
- Have to agree staff were FABULOUS, So were many parents especially our little smoking gang. (NT) -- parent, Tue, Jul 31 2007, 10:17:54
  - Definately enjoyed the smoking set up, great chance to chat to so many other school families (NT) -- Bridie, Tue, Jul 31 2007, 16:32:31
    - We certainly spent a lot of nail biting times there eh Mod? (NT) -- you know whoooooooooo, Thu, Aug 02 2007, 19:30:32
      - lol, some of us hardly have fingers left, :] (NT) -- phew, Thu, Aug 02 2007, 21:29:52
- bump (NT) -- bumper, Wed, Aug 01 2007, 23:49:23
Not sure why there seems to be a problem with qualifiers from BNs, as all the comps I watched the currant wmh were read out and then it was clearly announced that 'the following numbers were qualifiers from this comp'. Surely everyone was listening for their own or families numbers to come up and should know. -- puzzled, Thu, Aug 02 2007, 15:47:29 [2]

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- I think because the audience were so delighted and the applause and cheers were deafening whilst some of the results were being read out. Well done to Jess Leach WOW Brilliant result, also to Aisleen Dunne FAB placement. Thanks for all your support and encouragement at the Bns. Also well done to all the other Mos dancers and Lizzie Fjardo. (NT) -- Michelle and Jazzy, Thu, Aug 02 2007, 19:08:44
hoo-ray, main UK board back up and running -- MOD, Wed, Aug 01 2007, 23:50:38 [1]

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The new Irish Dancing Social Network -- Paul, Wed, Aug 01 2007, 0:32:47 [1]
Hi there...thought you would like to know about a new Social Network for Irish Dancers.

Diddlyi.com is the Irish dancing social network created especially for Irish dancers by Irish dancers. Diddlyi is a fun online community for Irish dancers of all ages from all over the world.

Once a member of Diddlyi you will be able to design your own profile page, share your pictures & videos, meet new and old friends, exchange dancing tips / advice, create your own groups for your school/interests/dancing regions and much much more…

So come check it out at www.Diddlyi.com and see what you think! Don’t forget to tell all your friends!!

Looking forward to seeing you there!

The Diddlyi team.

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Just me or is anyone else having problems getting onto main uk board -- hopeless, Mon, Jul 30 2007, 3:18:22 [4]

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- Can not get in either. (NT) -- Maybey they have taken it off line to fix, Mon, Jul 30 2007, 8:34:28
  - A temporary board has been set up on http://www.voy.com/86171/ (NT) -- for those of us with withdrawl symptoms!!, Mon, Jul 30 2007, 20:31:38
- The UK board crashed at the weekend and the Mod has asked if we can let people know that Voy are trying to fix the problem but in the mean time she has bought back to life the original board www.voy.com/86171/ (NT) -- Thanks for your patients, Tue, Jul 31 2007, 21:05:13
Help save the Hill of Tara from development! -- Concerned Irish Dancer, Sat, Jul 28 2007, 4:47:11 [1]

Please sign the online petition to save grounds of Tara! Visit: http://www.petitiononline.com/Temair/petition.html . People from any country can sign!

Here's what the petition says:

"To: An Taoiseach, The Irish Prime Minister
I wish to protest the planned M3 motorway through the ancient grounds of Tara. As you are aware, expert archaeologists in Ireland and internationally have pointed out that Tara is not just constituted by the actual hill, but also by the surrounding landscape, which is extraordinarily rich in archaeological monuments. This is precisely the area the planned M3 will cut through, only 1 km from the hill itself.

You are also no doubt aware that the Tara landscape is recognised as a site of not only Irish, but world importance. In particular, it holds a significant place in European cultural heritage. I therefore believe that the Irish Government has a duty to act as the respectful custodian of Tara, and all other ancient Irish archaeological sites, and to protect them for posterity and for the appreciation of present and future citizens of not just Ireland, but of all the world.

I ask you to personally intervene in this issue, and to see to it that one of the alternative routes available for the M3 motorway is chosen instead. I ask you to ensure that Tara remains completely undisturbed and that it is treated with the respect due to both a national and international cultural treasure, "

Thank you for your help!

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All the best to ALL MOS dancers, and best wishes as well to Jess, Gabby and Rebecca, hope you get the results you deserve 'cos you are all fab dances and want to see you up there, go girls. -- Bridie, Wed, Jul 25 2007, 21:57:57 [1]

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Brill results, Caitlin no: 1, Olivia, Daniella, and wowJazzy, joint 6th, on the way girl. And what a treble reel Olivia, that's the way to do it. :D So pleased for you all. -- Bridie and Ash, Sun, Jul 22 2007, 23:58:40 [2]

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- Thanks Bridie and Ash, well done to Aisleen as well, also to Jess Leach, Gabby and Rebecca Keegan (NT) -- Michelle and Jazzy, Mon, Jul 23 2007, 17:23:14
Link to NAN's parade of champions, in five parts, fantastic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIR_MlgkEc4 -- Bridie, Wed, Jul 18 2007, 16:21:30 [2]

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  (NT) -- Bridie, Wed, Jul 18 2007, 16:26:01
big congrats to David Stien, MOS. heard it was a tough comp. -- Bridie and Ash, Mon, Jul 16 2007, 0:23:42 [2]

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- what place did he achieve? (NT) -- majg, Mon, Jul 16 2007, 16:04:46
5 more dresses added to Feisanne -- feisanne, Sat, Jul 14 2007, 0:46:25 [1]
http://feisanne-preloved-dresses.blogspot.com/

They include a Gavin, Siopa Rince, Claire and Mary Shanley, Paddy K and Choice of a Dancer (COI)

Thanks for looking

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U/18 NAN CHAMPION SIOBHAN FORREST and SIMONA U/17 NAN CHAMPION MOS girls. Absolutely brilliant results girls. So proud of you and very very pleased for you. So well deserved. -- Bridie and Ash, Mon, Jul 09 2007, 1:16:14 [1]

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congrat to Owen (MOS) 4th, well done -- Bridie and Ash, Sun, Jul 08 2007, 1:08:34 [2]

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- massive well done to Connie Lahiff Mos so proud of you. Such a star. (NT) -- Michelle and jazzy, Sun, Jul 08 2007, 1:58:40
British Nationals timetable up on www.nwrc.co.uk. Hope timing is good for all. Well done to Charina from Mos 2nd British girl also to Maisie Bishop, and also to Katie Waughman. -- lots of love fom mitch, Fri, Jul 06 2007, 17:38:07 [1]

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Well done Charaina Kelly, MOS. great result. All the best to the other MOS dancers this week -- Bridie and Ash, Thu, Jul 05 2007, 1:56:37 [2]

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- result up on INSTEP site now, Many thanks Des (NT) -- MOD, Thu, Jul 05 2007, 1:57:49
To everyone going to the NANs, a safe journey and great time. Wishing special success to all MOS Dancers going. -- Bridie and Ash, Mon, Jul 02 2007, 1:37:13 [1]

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NAN splits. In an ideal world the competition would be split totally at random, so that dancers would not be with the same girls year after year. Sadly, if it was, people would say it was being fiddled to keep girl A apart from B,C, & D to ensure that girl A wins the split. Splitting by Dates of birth was purely a way of doing this in which no-one could dispute the reasoning. A few stray errors really should make no difference, and those shouting loudest about this are probably concerned that they are now in a group that they perceive to be "the hardest" which is probably not the case. -- my thoughts inside, Sun, Jun 24 2007, 22:15:22 [6]
Perhaps they should split the groups totally randomly the night before. Dancers or their TCRG could queue up and on production of their ID card be asked to press a button on a random number generator (like a bingo/lotto machine) to generate either an A or a B to select the split. Or it could actually be their competitor number for the comp, with all odd numbers being A and all evens being B (or something similar). The second option would mean that the program would be without numbers, further lessoning any chance of AD's and TC's being accused of conspiring together to mark dance 140 well.
The split/competitor number info would then be entered into the Computer on the spot as their agreed competition split. I'm sure that the software used could cope with sorting the dancers by a column with an A or B column, so that all other details can still be entered before the event.
There could be no suggestion of cheating as no-one could influence the outcome. Any "harder group" would just be the luck of the draw.
Panel X would be listed to judge split A Heavy round & Split B light round, with Panel Y doing the opposite.
The recall should be fixed at 30% of each split, but these should then be combined into a joint Recall, representing 30% of the total, and a number usually far in excess of 50 dancers. I would then suggest that a totally separate adjudicators panel (panel Z) then judges the combined recall. Alternatively panels X and Y could combine to give a 6 way score for the recall.
Agreed this would mean a slightly larger recall, but would put all of the top dancers fairly competing against each other, with the result being only one champion, the TRUE champion. It would reduce the number of Worlds qualifiers by 2 as you currently have 3 for the first 10 + 1 per 10, meaning that because we have two comps we have an extra 2 for the first 10 in the second group. This would make it the same as the other secondary qualifiers (GB's AI's etc)

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- I've been saying this for years! You'd then get a definitive NANs champ and there wouldn't be the 'extra' few getting thru as qualifiers in each split....ie 3 in 1st 10! which makes 6 dancers in a split rather than 3 in a non split comp! (NT) -- UKmum, Mon, Jun 25 2007, 15:51:11
  - it's only 2 extra as there would be one for the 10 anyway (NT) -- fairer that way, Wed, Jun 27 2007, 14:26:59
    - It's not fair at all! How can having 2 champs and an extra 2 qualifiers for an age group be fair? It would be so easy, as described above to have a definite North American Champ, and much sweeter for the winner too, to know that they were the best in their FULL age group. They have at least 6 halls running at this event, the Worlds has 1 main hall and a set hall, and copes with the numbers, with NO splits! (NT) -- Stop the splits please!, Thu, Jun 28 2007, 0:04:58
      - it is obvious that you have to split for the first rounds. My dd danced in a comp of 300, split 150/150. If they had danced ALL 300 in one comp it would have taken at least 4 hours per round. The AD's would need a lunch break so that means 9 hours. Add best part of an hour to collate and check the scores, and announce the recall. Assuming an 8.00am start that takes us to 6.00pm. Recall of 30% (say 100 inc ties) would take about 2 and a half hours. Add at least half hour for scores etc. So results "might" be ready at 9.00pm. Presentation would possibly finish at 10/10.30, assuming no glitches. (NT) -- too long a day, Thu, Jun 28 2007, 11:27:47
        
        Yes split for the first 2 rounds ONLY...using the same adjs for the same rounds, ie heavy/light......but use their scores for the recall and do a smaller recall and get a REAL Champ. The results don't come out till late anyway, no matter what time you start dancing! Been there from 7am - 1am the following morning at some NANs, with a dancer dancing the next day and not staying near the venue!!! (NT) -- UKmum, Thu, Jun 28 2007, 15:19:22
Guys, I've just posted the North West Ireland C'ships (Derry) details on Irish Dancer -- Irishdaz, Wed, Jun 27 2007, 16:21:36 [2]

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- thanks for the info Irishdaz (NT) -- MOD, Wed, Jun 27 2007, 21:11:06
Guys, the timetable for the Solent feis and the FULL details for the Southern Region Council grades feis are now on Irish dancer, my thanks to Des for sending them to me. The SERC rades feis is asking all dancers to refrain from wearing the fancy dresses and only wear a skirt & blouse. I wonder if it will catch on? Good idea though, for a hot summers day (hopefully) -- Irishdaz, Mon, Jun 11 2007, 18:24:36 [4]

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- Fantastic idea, I for one will definitely be supporting this feis and for the rest of us mums who complain about the dresses and wigs lets hope you all support this feis as well, because I'm sure if they have brilliant support it'll run again and again. (NT) -- well done to the organisers, Mon, Jun 11 2007, 18:59:26
- Personally I'm delighted to support this feis in the spirit it's being run, Will be interesting to see how many dancers accross the grades will be brave enough to go without the fancy dress. I hope every parent who every shook their heads at the crazy prices dresses were costing, as well as some styles, will support this feis and encourage their dancers to try the natural look. Remember it's only one feis out of the whole year where you can relax and not worry about dresses, wigs, make up or even tan, what a really pleasurable thought. Give it a go, you never know we may like it and maybe could then look forward to one feis in the year with no hassle. (NT) -- let's relax and take a chance, Fri, Jun 22 2007, 1:35:59
- looks like not enough agreed as this feis has been cancelled (NT) -- shame, Wed, Jun 27 2007, 14:28:15
NYC Area Irish Dance Camp -- Feis Mom, Tue, Jun 26 2007, 19:06:33 [1]
Irish Dance Summer Camp

July 9th-14th, 2007 and
July 16th – 21nd, 2007

The first-ever New York-based sleep camp for beginner and experienced Irish dancers and experienced dancers of other dance forms, to enhance their Irish dance skills, cross-train, and sample other Irish arts, culminating with the incredible opportunity to study with Irish dance master Colin Dunne in his renowned workshops!(at an additional cost)

New York Master Class
World Champion Instructors from Ireland

For further information contact : samunag@optonline.net
Please include in correspondence Ref.# KNU
Location: Garrison, NY

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Beautiful Carole Taylor Dress Now Reduced for quick sale. -- feisanne, Mon, Jun 25 2007, 20:35:27 [1]
http://feisanne-preloved-dresses.blogspot.com/2007/06/carole-taylor-dress-for-sale.html

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Site worth checking, http://www.irish-dancer.co.uk/theacademy/index.html very straightforward site to navigate, very clear. I wish these boys the best of luck with their new school and look forward to seeing their dancers at future feis. -- Bridie, Fri, Jun 15 2007, 17:34:21 [10]

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- It will be moving to its real home in a few days at www.theacademy-birmingham.co.uk where you'll be able to keep up to date with what's happening in this new school (NT) -- good luck lads, Fri, Jun 15 2007, 19:18:15
  - the site is now available at www.theacademy-birmingham.co.uk (NT) -- bookmark it!, Sat, Jun 16 2007, 19:52:19
- Will any of their dancers be dancing at the BN's? Just noticed who's doing their class feis lol (NT) -- UKmum, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 15:17:34
  - for the answer to that you'll need to ask them by following the contact page on their site (NT) -- or wait 5 weeks!, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 21:14:05
    - On the they wish good luck to their dancers doing the BNs (NT) -- Bridie, Tue, Jun 19 2007, 1:59:49
- I'd say by the timing of their class feis and their choice of adjudicators that they definitely have dancers doing the BNs. People can be so predictable sometimes ;o) (NT) -- me, Sun, Jun 24 2007, 18:46:15
  - Come on people lets not start rumor mongering it has a habit of getting really out of hand unless you have concrete proof, i.e video tape etc no point in speculating. Good kuck to all (NT) -- rachel, Sun, Jun 24 2007, 21:41:19
- Some people's minds are so twisted. People can choose who ever they want to to judge their own class feis! Anyway, Jean Davis judged in the end. Not J+M Morgan! (NT) -- play nice, Sun, Jun 24 2007, 21:27:51
  - Yes they can, and most schools, keep it quiet so no-one knows that there's been any conflict of interests! (NT) -- UKmum, Mon, Jun 25 2007, 15:53:59
Just saw post of uk board with several people asking what dances are to be done for Shire's feis. Just wondering why, I thought reel, slip jig, heavy jig and hornpipe would be same or very similar quality for all championship dancers. Surely it shoud be or am I in a time warp here. -- mum, Thu, Jun 21 2007, 19:20:08 [2]

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- Not all schools concentrate on all the dances at the same time. My DD has chosen reel & hornpipe for the BN & that is all she is working on at the moment, plus her set dance, which is in jig time. I think that quite a few TCs do this in the run up to majors (NT) -- mum, Fri, Jun 22 2007, 12:10:33
Great job Owen, so pleased for you well done, also Gabby, great to see your place, -- Bridie, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 0:26:42 [14]

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- Go Gabby it's a real pleasure to see all your hard work and determination pay off eventually. I'm so proud of you for sticiking in there and fighting through adversary. Well done and good luck for the rst of the year. (NT) -- Mich, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 2:49:31
- Massive congrats to Jessie Leach excellent placing. Your reel rocks hun, hopefully see you soon. Also to Francessa Rollanson-Buckley. (NT) -- Jazzy and Michelle, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 21:31:03
  - well done Jessie, delighted for you (NT) -- Bridie and Ash, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 1:01:19
    - coventry feis -- jessie and anne leach, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 12:10:55
      - Hey what happened? If you can tell us on this board great if not I hope we'll see you soon. But please don't let it affect you going to feis and dancing as fab as you can. (NT) -- Michelle and Jazzy, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 15:54:02
        
        They completely messed up the results and called all the wrong things on stage. Afterwards a parent reaslised that they had missed all the grid marks off for one abjudicator on some children which changed the whole championship result, it mostly affected a little girl who had been called as top 5 and wasn't and another girl who was top 5 but had been called as about 10th. The solo results also seemed to be a right mess. They didn't announce their mistake or re-do the presentations so it was a complete farce. (NT) -- Mum of U13 involved, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 22:09:30
        
        That is so disgusting, especially for those who don't recall on a regular basis. I'm sure these young girls however acted with dignity. Congratulations to you all (NT) -- Michelle, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 22:46:06
        
        Same as u14s. Don't think either result was exactly right even when they sais it was corrected. (NT) -- //, Tue, Jun 19 2007, 9:13:09
- Coventry Marks -- Gill, Tue, Jun 19 2007, 20:22:23
  - Thank you so much for taking the time to explain the problems, I'm sure that no-one felt this was anything but a very unfortunate mistake. As you said most people did understand and I believe all comments I had read about the feis had been positive. To err is human................ I was unable to attend the feis this year but I hope to attend next year, as I'm sure many will. (NT) -- MOD, Tue, Jun 19 2007, 22:09:03
    - Coventry u13 marks -- Anne Leach and daughter Jess, Wed, Jun 20 2007, 0:16:33
      - Thank you -- Gill, Wed, Jun 20 2007, 0:46:29
        
        Thats so nice of you to explain it Gill. I don't think it has reflected badly on the feis, from what I have read this feis is turning out to be very popular & well run, particularly as its one of the few now left running in Midlands, shame we couldn't attend this year. I hope this has not put Jenny off holding it again next year or any of you volunteers. (NT) -- storm, Thu, Jun 21 2007, 22:34:58
For anyone trying to post on the UK and Ireland Board since 23.55 GMT yesterday we apologise. There's been a blip and to date, altho it's been reported we're still experienceing problems. Sorry for any inconvenience. -- Mod of UK board, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 18:11:18 [2]

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- Thanks for the info, hope you are back very soon, many gonna get withdrawal syptoms (NT) -- MOD, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 19:41:55
Good on you Siobhan (MOS) Delighted to see that result, Charina and Analise as well -- Bridie, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 0:57:02 [4]

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- Brill result Siobhan. It's a pleasure to see a young lady behave like one and not bring themselves or their school into disrepute. True talent shines. (NT) -- mich, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 2:47:45
- I noticed that mod on the other board has been asked to delete the posts about the disgusting behaviour of a particular dancer. Fair play to the mod people were allowed to have their say. But I'd like to say that last week when one of their dancers didn't get what was apparently rightly deserved and they ranted on about it, the post wasn't asked to be deleted the mod did this herself from what I can gather. They can dish it out but they can't take it. Just my opionion . (NT) -- Rachel, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 16:29:55
  - From what I understand everyone has the right to request removal of posts and it is up to the moderators if they consider the request a reasonable one. Obviously this was the situation at the time, as over time the Mods of that board have been very fair and have tried to allow everyone to voice their views, and remember they have kept that board available for many years because of their judgement. My own personal opinion is that as the incident was a public spectacle it therefore lent itself to public debate. -- wishwillow, Mon, Jun 18 2007, 0:58:41
Just a reminder that the closing date for BN entries was Friday 15th June. Any entries not already in must now pay a double fee, and be received by next Friday (22nd) -- don't forget!, Sun, Jun 17 2007, 21:15:36 [1]

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All championship results for Seamus & Marie Moore (Brooks) feis are now on Irish dancer - direct link www.irish-dancer.co.uk/brooksresults2007.pdf -- Irishdaz, Wed, Jun 13 2007, 9:28:00 [1]

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Interesting and honest letter to the irish dancing community posted on voy 174296. Should be read by all parents. Highlights the good and bad in the dancing world today. Although from a USA posting, is very applicable to what I've witnessed first hand in Scotland and England. -- mum, Tue, Jun 12 2007, 23:36:02 [1]

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How stressed are you. Anyone read about the mother who abandoned her two daughters aged 9 and 6 by a busy roadside, after a row because her daughter forgot her dancing shoes on the way to class. It doesn't say what type of dancing they do, but even when I'm ready to strangle mine the worst I've done is turn round and just gone home and not talk for a couple of hours. I've found screaming just hurt my throat and dd tuned out anyway. -- wishwillow, Fri, Jun 08 2007, 13:26:26 [7]

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- Did the story say what happened to the mother after the abandonment? In the US that would be considered reckless endangerment and the mother might lose custody of her daughters. (NT) -- she was foolish, Fri, Jun 08 2007, 13:32:21
  - she lost custody of them...they live with their father, thats what it said in newspaper (NT) -- dd, Sun, Jun 10 2007, 13:46:15
- whew -- i guess (more) -- mom, Sun, Jun 10 2007, 21:40:51
- i would take my dd to class regardless if she had shoes or not! she has danced in her sock and even in shoes with no socks. she hasnt forgotten either of them for a while lol. i do get cross but i try not to get too wound up. traffic is bad enough now adays with out me throwing a wobbly lol (NT) -- dancersmum, Mon, Jun 11 2007, 13:58:42
  - some teachers won't allow dancing without shoes (unless injured, then its in dance sneaks) (NT) -- me, Mon, Jun 11 2007, 15:13:22
- i can understand this, but our teacher dislikes those sneakers and wont let our girls wear them. i would rather them go barefoot than in the sneakers. each to their own :) (NT) -- ., Tue, Jun 12 2007, 15:35:57
Huge congrats to Olivia for your win today. Great to see a really well deserved result. Congrats also to rest of MOS dancers today in Italy and Brooks feis, and also Gabby, Well done all U/13 dancers at Brooks today, good comp as always -- Bridie and Ash, Sun, Jun 10 2007, 3:07:45 [2]

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- bump (NT) -- bumper, Sun, Jun 10 2007, 16:10:58
Congratulations to Ellie O Sullivan heard you won today well done -- Big Fan, Sat, Jun 09 2007, 19:28:47 [1]

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Good luck to everyone comepting this weekend at the Brooks feis in Milan and also in Ireland. I hope you all have a great time and hopefully you'll all get the reward you've been working so hard for. I'd like to wish a special good luck to Aisleen Dunne and Rebecca Keegan amd Jazzmine, have a great time girls and dance the best you know you can. -- maj, Wed, Jun 06 2007, 9:26:27 [1]

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www.deancrouch.co.uk - I woud like to thank dancers for the interest shown in my new website. For those dancers who have not yet visited the site thre are set dances at individual speeds, the new sets, ringtones and dance tunes available as well as my cd's. The site is soon to be updated with new tunes for you to practice to I hope you enjoy the site and would like to thank you for the positive feedback I have received on it. -- Kindest Regards - Dean, Tue, Jun 05 2007, 10:30:54 [1]

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New site for solo dresses! -- rincegal, Mon, Jun 04 2007, 7:42:22 [2]
There's a new site to sell your solo dress for free. Over 25 dresses have been listedi in the past month, and they're all organized by size for easy browsing. Check it out! http://www.freewebs.com/solodressexchange/index.htm

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- worth checking out, very good looking site and user friendly, (NT) -- MOD, Mon, Jun 04 2007, 12:23:09
The following was taken from http://www.visitbrighton.com/news/1068.asp - Brighton will be donning its dancing shoes over the next 5 years, as it plays host to the Irish Dancing Championships of Great Britain from 2007 to 2011. Biggest Irish Dancing Competition in Britain. The biggest Irish Dancing competition in Britain, it's been confirmed that the championships will take place at the Brighton Centre during October half term 2007. Up to 5000 people are expected to attend over five days. The Championships will also return to the Brighton Centre for an impressive 5 years running. Brighton Centre offers perfect location One of the largest multi-purpose venues in the South of England, right in the heart of Brighton, the Brighton Centre offers the perfect location for all types of conferences, exhibitions, meetings and seminars. -- interesting!, Sun, Jun 03 2007, 9:13:33 [4]

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- Wow! Seems like, as normal, the world and his wife knows whats happening before those who pay for it (NT) -- Isn't that ID all over, Sun, Jun 03 2007, 11:04:36
  - However, the SERC still haven't received official confirmation from the venue & have therefore retained their option on Pontins. So, it seems that the local press have jumped the gun a bit! (NT) -- mum, Sun, Jun 03 2007, 19:33:31
- glad Brighton is so excited about it, (NT) -- wishwillow, Sun, Jun 03 2007, 20:10:40
Hi just wanted to know what thing you really love about your school, and what things you hate. Please don't name your school or tcs? I love my daughters school because I've made a really good friend and my daughters' confidence has really grown. My mate is mad funny and totally down to earth, and in Irishdancing I've found you seriously need someone like that. We're feis buddies and our girls are like yo-yos one recalling the other no. But we're still the best of mates and so are the girls. -- maj, Wed, May 23 2007, 23:57:17 [4]

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- There are always going to be pros & cons regarding any school but if we are concentrating on the pros then I love the fact that no-one dictates what dress/wig/makeup my dd wears, what feis we do, how much practise we do. Ensuring kids participate in the fun aspects surrounding ID and not just the competitive side. (NT) -- storm, Thu, May 24 2007, 11:20:50
- my dd has found confidence through dancing, her fitness level is top notch and she has made many friends both at the school and at competitions. the girls all support each other at comps and cheer each other on through good and bad times. when one falls they all run to her side and encourage her to continue. when one beats another the other will hug and congratulate the winner without sourness at being beaten. we are lucky to have a great bunch of dancers (NT) -- happy school, Sat, Jun 02 2007, 7:14:07
- I just love the fact that our TCs are such darlings. Despite all the ups & downs, they never lose their warmth and good humour. (NT) -- OSR Mum, Sun, Jun 03 2007, 19:37:05
Fantastic Anne Craig dress for sale...can be shipped in time for NANs. -- feisanne, Wed, May 30 2007, 13:22:24 [4]
Go to

http://feisanne-preloved-dresses.blogspot.com/2007/05/rhiannons-dress-for-sale-sadly.html

for all details.

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- If I were your daughter I'd want to grow quicker so I could get a new dress. Your designs are beautiful (NT) -- maj, Wed, May 30 2007, 16:40:52
- NOW SOLD Thanks to everyone who enquired (NT) -- feisanne, Fri, Jun 01 2007, 22:22:25
  - I love this dress! (NT) -- It`s beautiful., Sat, Jun 02 2007, 0:26:05
Congratulation to all the Maguire O'Shea dancers at the Europeans especially my fav mate Simona go girl. Keep smiling -- lol, Thu, May 31 2007, 19:53:22 [1]

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Guys, timetable for Brooks (Seamus & Marie Moore) now on Irish Dancer -- Irishdaz, Tue, May 29 2007, 9:34:03 [1]

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I was told today that there are only 68 entered for the Europeans. If this is true then hopefully the organisers may sit up and rehink the tactics of having to book through a specific travel agent, and the prices that re charged. I do wish all these comprtitors good luck and a safe journey however. -- maj, Sat, May 26 2007, 3:02:22 [5]

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- 68 competitors, rethink, are, and competitors. I've had a few drinks, or just cant type dont know which came first (NT) -- maj, Sat, May 26 2007, 3:04:07
  - I thought there was a large contingent from both MOS and Ceim Oir going this year? That would surely take half that number up. Where have these figures come from? (NT) -- mum, Sun, May 27 2007, 13:04:24
    - Only a few MOS this year. (NT) -- nan, Mon, May 28 2007, 14:59:57
- If i remember rightly there are only 6 going from our school. (NT) -- maj, Mon, May 28 2007, 21:55:48
A SPECIAL HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO OUR MOD. WHO'S ERM ERM , ok I won't mention her age Let's just say the Bus Pass is in th post. LOL -- from you know who Have A Fab one, Sun, May 27 2007, 20:32:06 [3]

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- oh that is so sweet, just watch for the flying knives, ;} (NT) -- MOD, Mon, May 28 2007, 0:44:43
- heeeee heeee go back on the tea now mod, bit late for you to be up. (NT) -- lol, Mon, May 28 2007, 0:53:33
Off Topic - Room 101 -- storm, Tue, May 22 2007, 17:51:20 [6]
Sorry, entirely ID non-related!!
I need to submit an article for a local magazine, relating to what we would all love to see the back of. Some of my thoughts are as below but would love to nick other people's ideas and also gauge if my comments are inaccurate/offensive, afterall I may as well offend people who don't know me & will probably never meet me rather than those that do know me!
1) Cress - what is the point of it, tastes of nothing and after a sandwich you can still feel the stringy bits at back of throat!
2) Wasps - Vicious nasty insects who will follow you for miles just to sting you. Ruin summer drinking in pub gardens! They don’t make honey or help pollinate flowers, they just eat other insects which DON’T sting you.
3) New socks - Why do they attach them with thread, plastic AND cardboard so you can’t separate them without making holes?
4)Trains - often late, no room to sit, overpriced and full of miserable people with laptops who seem to think they have paid for two seats and don't move their stuff for you to sit down unless you breathe down their neck!
5)Dogs not on leads terrorising people in parks trying to eat a picnic.
6) Slim people - moaning that they are fat. You’re not fat, you know you’re not fat so stop pretending you are fat just so you can be reassured by a ‘real’ fat person!

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- gonna take me a while to whittel list down to five, have to get back on this one, (NT) -- Bridie, Wed, May 23 2007, 0:46:05
- Hahahaha, this is a great list. I LOL reading it. Thanks for brightening the day...I agree with the wasps bit....they're the antithesis of bees, who are so productive. Moths!!!! another demon creature....give me a butterfly any day lol. I'll have to think of a few more...hope we get a good list going here. (NT) -- UKmum, Thu, May 24 2007, 13:05:56
  - YES! Moths! Ridiculously stupid creatures, going yampy for any bit of light at night, buring themselves on lights but going straight back for more! If only they poked their head out in the daytime, they wouldn't believe their luck! (NT) -- storm, Thu, May 24 2007, 21:55:56
    - ahahahaha that's so funny and true They are really stupid creatures arent they? (NT) -- UKmum, Fri, May 25 2007, 12:59:05
- It make you realise that God has the strangest and just maybe a slightly sadistic sense of humour when he put moths on the planet, and some tropical fish too. why such amazing colours when some of them in virtual darkness. (NT) -- Bridie, Fri, May 25 2007, 13:36:13
Did anyone else see wee Curtis Long on Tv CBBC this morning on Take a Bow, well done -- Mum, Wed, May 23 2007, 1:06:58 [3]

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- oops should have been DD Mum (NT) -- DD Mum, Wed, May 23 2007, 1:15:06
- Yes he was lovely, a nice little routine. I actually thought they were triplets - duh!! (NT) -- storm, Wed, May 23 2007, 17:06:26
Raven Dance Company - irish Dancers Wanted -- RAVEN DANCE COMPANY, 23:04:40 05/21/07 Mon [1] Dancers wanted for new MODERN IRISH SHOW DANCE COMPANY (non-touring)PERMANENTLY BASED IN SOUTH EAST ENGLAND. Performing at South East and London Based Shows. Show-Style Weekly Dance Classes and Performance Rehearsals.Males and Females Aged 16-30 years. Non-competing Open/High Performance standard dancers.High Performance quality and open minded approach to other dance forms a benefit. PLEASE SEND A CURRENT PHOTOGRAPH AND CV TO: RAVEN DANCE COMPANY. 17, FRESHBOROUGH COURT, LOWER EDGEBOROUGH ROAD, GUILDFORD, SURREY, GU1 2EU Email: dance_angels@hotmail.co.uk PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ASAP, AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD DURING JUNE.PLEASE NOTE RAVEN IS A DANCE COMPANY NOT A DANCE 'SHOW'. Dancers will need to perform a solo of 1-2 minutes in length, to their own choice of music. -- copied from UK board, Tue, May 22 2007, 0:39:44 [1]

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the syllabus and entry forms for the British Nationals are now on the download page of Irish Dancer -- Irishdaz, Mon, May 21 2007, 20:05:40 [1]

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Time for a chat. What changes, if any, would we really like to see in ID. Curious about how many of us feel the same about different aspects of it. -- wishwillow, Tue, May 01 2007, 12:52:20 [7]

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- I'd like to see the corruption of the adjs stopped. I'd like to see judges juding each dancer on the day not the dress they are wearing or which dance school they're from. I'd like to see a one rule for all situation. I.e if a dancers' shoe falls off and the bell isn't rung for that dancer then it shouldn't be rung for another dancer. I'd also like to see parents allowing the children to enjoy competitions, and let them be children. (NT) -- parent, Tue, May 01 2007, 15:42:09
- Would like to see dancers (all grades) compete in simple black dresses with own natural hair. These would show up so many carriage faults that dresses tend to disguise. Also more fluid and less expensive too. (NT) -- m, Thu, May 17 2007, 23:46:23
  - would love to see that too, don't see how in our time though, (NT) -- wishwillow, Fri, May 18 2007, 3:14:20
  - Unfortunately, we'd never see ID on ESPN, then. (NT) -- ;-), Sat, May 19 2007, 21:15:53
- bump, (NT) -- c, Sat, May 19 2007, 13:51:55
- I would like to see judges smile and be friendly, its like they were all tax inspectors in a previous life. And I everyone should wear black and those SCREAM masks then the judges really would never know who was who and perhaps they would be petrified of the dancers instead of the other way round! (NT) -- storm, Sun, May 20 2007, 23:27:59
uys the syllabus for the Jackson feis in Leeds is now on Irish Dancer and hopefully MCGL/InstepFM too -- Irishdaz, Fri, May 18 2007, 20:26:02 [1]

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Has anyone seen/heard anything about this... got it from the dressmakers board, but it originally came from the Eastern board...anyone know anything?? I would be interested to know what is going on now.........see post: Anyone seen the Eastern Board post regarding solos's? Saying they want to do away with them. How many dressmakers would be out of work it that happend? Would you choose to make other kinds of costumes? Or get a regular job? -- Lee in Darwin, Wed, Mar 21 2007, 6:21:55 [11]

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- I think it is a bit of a ZandB (NT) -- tbh, Thu, Mar 22 2007, 1:13:15
  - Ya KNOOOWWW.... more -- mom, Fri, Mar 23 2007, 19:33:16
    - ZandB was NOT to blame for these rumours!!! Go read the thread he wrote on DDN and it's nothing to do with this.... some of us mums took it to extremes. The fact is the subject WAS discussed at a CLRG meeting and it's leaked out and people are saying that it's what's happening. STOP blaming Zeb, we all saw his post for what it really was an attention grabber to let people know that a feis was reaching its cap, as they do in USA. If you don't have a sense of humour then you shouldn't be in ID and FYI ZandB is very much a Feis Dad, so he can take the mick all he likes, what he says is generally spot on...and I am a feis mom! (NT) -- ZandB supporter, Sat, Mar 24 2007, 1:31:38
      - Okay then! (NT) -- Ohmmmmmm., Sat, Mar 24 2007, 6:19:20
      - still stand by my opinion -- also zeb supporter, Sat, Mar 24 2007, 13:38:00
        
        And I stick to my guns that this WAS discussed in a meeting in Jan/Feb and this post by ZandB has been doing the rounds for a couple of years now with various feis slotted in and it's never caused a problem before! The link to Zeb's post was put on by someone else as a possible reference, not by the OP on the ER board who claimed her TC had been told by a well established CLRG member! Perhaps they had, just as I had been in Jan/Feb, but I didn't then go blurting it all over the boards...I was waiting to see if it appeared on the CLRG site. I still think blaming Zeb for having a sense of humour is out of order, especially when his OP doesn't actually mention anything specific about costumes and is interrupted by the FEIS CUTOFF WARNING, which was the whole point of the post! (NT) -- ZandB supporter, Sat, Mar 24 2007, 17:54:56
    - Ok copied and pasted inside the post that started this whole darn thing off. Taken from the ER board http://www.voy.com/81413/ It was THIS simple post that started the furor. I think ZandB is owed and apology! -- ZandB supporter, Sat, Mar 24 2007, 18:05:07
      - Sorry, this is the board...the other is the ECR board lol http://www.voy.com/16850/ (NT) -- ZandB supporter, Sat, Mar 24 2007, 18:07:23
- This just appeared on the dressmakers board (and probably alot of others as well) and hopefully it will settle some nerves.. just thought to pass it on to you all as I was the one who asked here in the first place :-) .... >>>> Hi All, There are assorted stupid rumours on assorted boards stating that CLRG are going to ban all Solo Dresses except for those who recall in a Championship! Maire at CLRG has given me permission to say this is only a rumour and that they have no intention of bringing in any such rule. I know we have this every year just before the Worlds but thought I would just go straight to CLRG and ask them straight, so carry on sewing ladies. signed, UK Parent who asked CLRG out right (NT) -- Lee in Darwin, Thu, Mar 22 2007, 6:57:20
- Hmmmmm! So this explains all the people with torches and pitchforks on my front lawn on Saint Patrick's Day! (NT) -- ZandB, Fri, May 18 2007, 18:21:06
my dd gave up a year ago, if she starts now at a new school does she still have a 6 month ban even though she hasnt danced for anyone for a year?? -- thankyou, Tue, May 15 2007, 9:16:21 [3]

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- If her last class was more than 12 months ago she can join a new school ban free (see rulebook on Irish dancer for confirnation) (NT) -- under transfer rules, Tue, May 15 2007, 9:30:33
  - yay (NT) -- op, Tue, May 15 2007, 10:28:29
Congrats Owen, Olivia, Daniella, and Jazzmine, deserved more but hayho, also Rebecca and well done Emily, good result for first outing -- Bridie, Sat, May 12 2007, 23:10:27 [1]

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Good luck to miss Aisleen Dunne Jessie Leach and Rebecca Keegan for today. Have fun girls -- meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee, Sat, May 12 2007, 11:57:27 [1]

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Seeing discussion about fund raising for those going to NAN's, surely going to NAN's is choice, as is All Irelands, European's and every feis other then the World's. The World's is the only one you have to qualify for and therefore, one would maybe feel an obligation to attend, for that I would expect a school to be as supportive as possible as the dance is their representing the school. But to ask others to fanancially support people who choose to do the other feis isn't really fair. -- wishwillow, Mon, May 07 2007, 0:18:07 [6]

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- as such is the coice to you buying a ticket for the raffle (NT) -- it's a free world, Mon, May 07 2007, 14:23:42
  - sorry typo - choice (NT) -- !, Mon, May 07 2007, 14:25:02
- I totally agree with op. The qualifyings is totally I don't mind supporting hose who go. However all other feis are choice. No one supports us to go to a local feis. (NT) -- parent, Mon, May 07 2007, 15:49:57
- arrrgh typos all over the place sorry. But the gist of the message is I'll support anyone going to the worlds. All over feis parents can support their own children. (NT) -- sorry, Mon, May 07 2007, 15:55:00
- If you don't agree then don't buy a raffle ticket - easy. Fair game to them for helping dancers fundraise - how many other teachers would put up a raffle prize of this amount to help their dancers. At the end of the day, for the cost of a local feis entry (fees + door), you could win an individually designed, top of the range dress, without an excessively long waiting list. Sounds like a good deal to me - but if you don't like it, then nobody's personally asking you to buy. OP has just made a post open to all. Good luck to them for their fundraising. Live and let live. (NT) -- old_dancemum, Thu, May 10 2007, 23:44:10
Guys, the syllabus & timetable for the Coventry celtic championships in June are now on the download page of Irish Dancer, and should also be on MCGL & Instepfm -- Irishdaz, Tue, May 08 2007, 19:26:40 [1]

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Basic details for British Nationals in Manchester in July are now available on the download page of www.irish-dancer.co.uk - Refresh/Reload the page if you can't see it -- Irishdaz, Tue, May 01 2007, 19:25:51 [3]

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- Thank you (NT) -- MOD, Wed, May 02 2007, 2:07:38
- If you are going to the Bns please note that the Arctic Monkeys will be playing at the Ols Trafford that week. So you really need to try and book hotels or B and B asap. (NT) -- parent, Tue, May 08 2007, 17:18:40
***GAVIN DOHERTY Dress Raffle*** - Limit has been set to 200 tickets, so please do not hesitate to get your tickets!!! Fab chance to win a spectular custom-made Gavin dress! http://www.mxpix.co.uk/showtime - link to website for details. Payment can be made through Paypal, using my e-mail address: -- just click here, Tue, May 08 2007, 16:48:47 [1]

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