Every time they take the stage I appreciate where they were yesterday, how they are today and what might be possible for tomorrow. I see potential, nerves, hard work, frustration, delight. I see Penny pushing herself in her solo and owning that stage, alone. I see Oliver overcome what were paralyzing nerves nine months ago to have fun and let his personality come through in his performance. I see their release of endorphins as they come off the stage, chatting with their friends, and giving me the biggest hugs. I see their bonds with their teammates as they recall every moment of the routine and I see them doing something that is hard but giving them so much joy and fulfillment. I see them making lifelong memories.    Penny’s solo Rolling in the Deep placed 3rd overall for Solos and won a Standout Solo award. What makes Penny an incredible dancer, and person, is her receptiveness to feedback. Each time she takes the stage I see the difference in what she’s been working on with her coach and what she’s been working on for herself. Last June Oliver took to the stage, for the first time, in his dance recital show. He was filled with nerves for days leading up to it, I tried my hardest to help him try to unwind that tangled knot. Since then I’ve checked in with him regularly to see how he’s managing. He took the stage for both routines and crushed his performances and it wasn’t until after the show that I realized I didn’t have to talk to him about his nerves. I am so proud of him, Penny and our entire team.