"I
LOVED this idea! I cannot afford to go, so this gave me a lighthearted
'peek' from the inside. MORE!"
"I'd
like to thank you for taking the time to share each day of Blackpool
with all of us who couldn't be there! It was wonderful to hear the results,
but even more heart warming were the little tidbits of information you
shared about some of the dancers. It was touching to hear about Andrew
Sinkinson's retirement. It made me sad in a way, but I was so glad to
have been able to somehow share in his announcement! He is an incredible
dancer and coach and I'm sure he'll continue to give so much to the
dance world! I hope you will do this again!"
"How
can we ever thank you for all the wonderful information you have imparted
these past two weeks - the time and effort you have put into this is
deeply appreciated. Having danced at Blackpool for many years myself
- I know the electrifying excitement that is there and the Northern
people as well as others are never afraid to release their feelings
which is exciting also. Have a safe trip home and try to get some rest!!!!!!"
"I
enjoyed all of the "Dear Diary" reports from Blackpool and
looked forward to each update, the quality of journalism was absolutely
first-class, not only were they informative but they were also very
entertaining and certainly made me laugh a lot. You certainly captured
the atmosphere and for those of us who where unable to attend the festival
it was the next best thing. Well done to you all and keep up the great
work. By the way who wrote the reports? They really must be congratulated
for their excellent work."
"Thank
you for all the wonderful infomation. I really enjoyed reading the stories
and hearing about those talented dancers!!"
"Thanks
so much for this wonderful information every day. I really enjoyed being
right on top of thing. You made my day every day. Thanks again and happy
dancing."
"Fantastic!
We feel we were there with you guys! Great job!"
"I
so enjoyed your daily news coverage of the Blackpool. Although I am
an advanced beginner and will probably not make it there due to my golden
years approaching, I can say that reading about the competition made
me feel like I was there. You did a great job with detailing so many
of the 'little things' that make the whole picture... Until next year,
keep writing."
''Excellent
job of reporting. Keep up the good work''
"The
dear diary daily news items were great!! Thanks for the time and effort
you put into it. Keep up the good work!"
"I
REALLY APPRECIATE THE DAY BY DAY DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITES IN BLACKPOOL.
EVERYTHING WAS JUST WONDERFUL. AN EXCELLANT JOB OF COVERING THE EVENT.
THIS WAS THE NEXT BEST THING TO BE THERE."
"I
love this Dear Diary thing you're doing. Even though I don't have a
great deal of knowledge about the dance competitions I've been reading
all of your Dear Diary updates..."
"Thank
you for the Blackpool News! Very informative."
"Thanks
for the updates."
"Thanks
so much for the refreshing qwip about Jean Marc and France/ I really
enjoyed this. We are all very human aren't we? Even Champion Dancers
... I have taken numerous coaching from them with my teacher and they
are just great wonderful human beings, believe me. Again thanks."
"I
would like to add my thanks for doing a superb job with the Dear Diary
from Blackpool."
"Thank
you very much for this interesting up to date information. It is great
of you."
"Thanks
so much for all the "Dear Diary" updates. I was told to make sure I
go to Blackpool at least once during my studies in England, but unfortunately,
as far as I can tell, my exam dates will always clash with the tournament
dates, and I was pretty disappointed. However, your entries more than
made up for my not being there! They were very well written and extremely
descriptive - perfect for a lower-than-amateur dancer like me! Once
again, thanks! Keep up the good work!"
"Thank
you very much for the updates -- I really appreciate receiving them
daily so we in the USA can know what's happening right away."
"Thank
you for keeping me informed of the happenings at Blackpool. I am so
happy for Andrew Phillips for placing 5th at the Rising Star International
Latin Competition.He used to be my dance instructor.He's excellent as
a dancer and a teacher.Congratulations, Andrew !!!!!
"Thank
you Dancescape! We miss Blackpool this year because of health problems
and your 'Dear Diary' means a lot to us! Great job! Tremendous effort!"
"As
a new list member of 'Dear Diary', I wish to thank you for entertaining
and informative updates re: Blackpool, including your pleasurable encounters
with some most admirable and gifted dancers along the way. It gives
those of us who cannot attend a chance to 'experience' the event. I
only hope now that it surfaces on the tv. Terrific news about Alain
and Anik! Thanks again and have a great day."
"Thank
you for your very good information."
"'Dear
Diary' was a fantastic idea and it felt like we were there, in Blackpool
ourselves. [We] were going to attend this year but his cousin was getting
married and [he] was best man. But next year we will go. Thank you for
your hard work!"
"Great
idea."
"I
have totally enjoyed receiving the daily dairy from Blackpool.... We
couldn't go this year and this was the next best thing! Thanks so much
and keep up the good work!"
"Thank-you
for the up dates. I thought it was wonderful to get results as they
were unfolding. It was greatly appreciated."
"I
have enjoyed getting these emails. I am new to this arena and this has
helped me to get a feel and understanding of, as well as a familiarity
with names of, the sport. Please keep doing this with many other aspects
of the ballroom dancing events and culture. It would also be really
nice if photos were included with the emails."
"Hello
to the dancescape's people! I take 2 minutes to congratulate you to
forward us the latest news from Blackpool everyday. The guy writing
these articles is so good. It's like being there! I couldn't make it
to Blackpool this year and appreciate so much to get your news every
day. Thanks again and keep up the good work."
"Hi
all at Dancescape, thank you for the up date ... have our Palm Pilot
with us to check for results. This year you [were] our eyes for Blackpool."
"I
second the comments made by others - really enjoyed the e-mails, including
the descriptions of the ambiance, etc. FYI ... Again, thanks for a wonderful
idea and a wonderful job. I forwarded the first installment to six or
seven friends, and they have become Dancescape aficionados now, too."
75th
Blackpool DanceSport Festival: May 26th - June 2nd, 2000
