I first learnt to belly dance in 2000. I used to go to London and Nottingham for classes and I have performed lots of times, mostly solo. I reckon i was about ‘intermediate’standard. So how come it’s nearly a year since i have done any and i seem to have forgotten everything! I am so unfit now. I miss bellydancing and i am so unfit now, it seems almost impossible to get my skills back. My secret wish is to be an amazing bellydancer and perform professionally; unfortunately my weight gain has left me with belly stretch marks like purple lightning which make me feel awful and self-conscious.
