I twisted, twirled, skipped and jumped. (Poem-Story — DANCE! )

  • NB: This is just my very long way to say I went to dance class and I liked it!

    I twisted, twirled, skipped and jumped

    There I was in the doorway…
    In a place I have never been
    Wishing to run away…
    While hoping that I stay.

    There were strangers up ahead,
    And adventures to be had.
    I didn’t know how this would go
    My heart was beating and I’m scared.

    I have dreams of what’s coming in the future
    But many fears too…
    However I know I’m among safe people
    I can tell by how they talk, smile and interact

    And then it begins!
    Something I could have never dreamed
    Inclusion, smiles, joy, laughter
    And dancing… Yes… I was at dance class…
    I WAS THERE!

    We start by introducing, and signing the letter of our first name.
    Followed by a game or copying, I tried my best but it was hard…
    Then there was some fun of stopping and starting,
    I had anxiety attack during this bit.
    Touching is still so hard for me…
    But, I did try my best and hope no one was upset.

    Then for the final act
    Dancing in a circle with a ribbon.
    My ribbon in fact!
    As many of you know I carry one everywhere.

    My turn with the ribbon was last
    I twisted, twirled, skipped and jumped.
    I swished it,
    I breathed in the music
    And I just explored what I didn’t know…
    An expression I had never tried before.

    When all had finished and it was time to go home
    I was a bit overwhelmed.
    I had just done something that I didn’t know I was missing.
    And… I think I was proud.
    I had overcome my fear

    I think I will go again.


    October 15th, 2015 | Matty Angel | 5 Comments |

About The Author

Matty is a 36 year old girl who is an Autistic Poet, Writer and Artist and lives alone in Christchurch New Zealand with a kitty! Matty has given many talks on autism and about being unique in a world that's often not accepting, Matty has also engaged with artist and worked on Art projects Matty usually works on an Art project at the same time as a writing one! This means posts can be a bit delayed!

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  • Emma 10.15.2015

    Beautiful writing Matty. I am so glad you had a great time!

  • Helen

    I am soooooo glad you got to do that! And, so glad you got to dance with your ribbon! And, I’m so glad you’ll do it again! Wonderful. You’ve come such a long, long way. 🙂 Hugs!

  • Shona

    Sounds like a good experience 🙂 Well done!

  • Renate

    I’m proud of you too, Matty.

  • HappyComfort

    Cool! Good for you Matty! 😀

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