I remember a university duo coming to the school where I taught, looking for talent. They knew exactly what they were looking for, body ratio was one. But also they looked for how students moved, for grace, and alignment. Dancers and gymnists are born. But I have a feeling Mary, that you were naturally more graceful than you give yourself credit for.

Interesting how we often overlook other talents that we have because we would love to have other ones.

Great article. I could just see my daughter in the same situation with her best friend who was tiny and Vietnamese.No prizes for guessing the "Mary Chang' of the two.