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Aliyah Stepanski

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August 14th 2023 will be a day that a part of my heart was taken from me. The last words I got to hear from my grandma yesterday was “ Grandma loves you” and “ I should be out of here in a few days”. I responded with I love you so much and I will come see you later. This morning the person I loved more than life itself was taken from me. I know she is in heaven and is no longer suffering but I just wish I had those few extra moments with her. She is the one person I cared for the most and she was my best friend, biggest supporter, kindest and most self-less person I ever met. I hope you and grandpa and treating each other well. I am beyond broken that I lost both of you at such a young age but I am beyond blessed to have the best grandparents anyone could wish for. I promise to make you proud and I can’t wait to see you again. You were taken way to soon but grandpa wanted you more. I know you loved me more than anything and you were my everything. I am beyond grateful to call you my grandma and beyond blessed to have you in my life these last 18 years. Until we meet again my queen. Always glad to be your “servant” and I will be forever and always. 💔💕 by @aliyahstepanski

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3 years ago

Everything I love 🤍🩵 by @aliyahstepanski

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3 months ago

🐳🩵🦋🐬 by @aliyahstepanski

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7 months ago

I am truly at a loss for words for this season and my final chapter of dance. I am in denial and trying to push away the thought that I will never be dancing again. Of course, I could find other clubs and places to dance. But that’s not what I’m referring to—I will never be dancing again with my people and taking the stage with my Suzette’s family. The thought and reality leave a pit in my stomach. This year was filled with so many memories that I could never forget. We had passion, desire, and hunger this entire season, and because of that, history was made. The grind is the most beautiful part of this. People only get to see the 3–11 minute pieces we put on stage, but not the long hours, blood, sweat, tears, laughter, worn-down bodies, resilience, motivation, speeches, life lessons, and mentors that all exist within our four walls. How lucky am I to be part of something so hard to leave behind? Many people say, “Well, it has to come to an end,” or “I get it, trust me.” But unless you’ve experienced the things my team and I have—unless you’ve been part of this journey you truly cannot understand. I’m currently in tears and truly can’t find the right words. That’s because words can’t describe the feeling Suzette’s and this year have given me. The feeling I had taking my last bow on that stage, dancing inside those walls, Menchie’s runs, studio lock-ins, staying up until 2:00 a.m. just talking at the studio, extra practices, and the beautiful family I’ve spent the last five years of my life with. Every hour was worth it. Although it seems like I danced a lot, I still wish there had been more time. Time really does go by too fast, and I wouldn’t trade this place or give up my free time anywhere else like I have for Suzette’s. I will forever be who I am because of Suzette’s. I learned more from my amazing mentors than I have from anyone or anything else. I know I will always have a place to call home- a place that will welcome me with open arms- not because it’s a place to dance, but because that is where my family is. This is the hardest goodbye because of all the greatness I got to experience. I am forever thankful and blessed and I love you all forever & always by @aliyahstepanski

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a year ago

All I can say is that if I could redo this dance season I would. This year has been the most amazing and special year with my second family. I loved every moment and it all went by way too fast. The bond,love,work ethic,grind,blood,sweat,tears,memories, etc was worth it all. We are united as one and all work and push for the same goals. We also are more than a dance studio, we are a family. If I could redo anything in my life it would have been coming to the studio sooner. Suzette’s has a special place in my heart and knowing that I will not be able to spend the rest of my years here breaks my heart. I have had the privilege to grow as a dancer and person by such amazing mentors and teammates. I have learned so many valuable life lessons from everyone in this studio. I am speechless and I would do anything to redo the last 4 years I have been at this studio. Team Suzy nothin but love always and forever. I am extremely blessed that god has lead our paths to cross. I will forever be grateful to have experienced the best and most memorable 4 years of my life. Thank you for everything ❤️ @suzettesdance by @aliyahstepanski

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2 years ago

I don’t even know where to begin I truly am speechless because there is so much to say but not enough to fit in this caption. What I can say was that this was truly a perfect season with the best family anyone could ask for. It’s bittersweet that this season has come to an end. We have accomplished and have grown so much as a team/family. The lessons, memories, and relationships created will last a life time. I am beyond blessed that I was able to dance with people who genuinely care, love, support, and share the same passion for dance and I do. Suzette’s is truly my second home. This includes spending countless hours a week at the studio to make sure we were the best we could be. And of course going through the grind together (but it was all out of love and truly worth it in the end). The bonding, 9 hour days, and sleepovers at the studio are moments I will always remember. I am grateful for the life lessons that made us grow as a family and unite as one. I wouldn’t want to have spend these last few years with anyone else. My love for everyone at the studio is unexplainable and thank you Suzettes for making such a large impact on my life. If I could change one thing I truly wish I could have been apart of this amazing studio earlier on but I am forever grateful for the time I had these last few years and none of it will ever be forgotten. We made history and I am beyond grateful I got to be apart of it with the best people and this amazing journey. I wish their was no such thing as growing up but this year has ended in the best way possible. Nothing but love forever and always ❤️🖤 by @aliyahstepanski

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3 years ago

This isn’t goodbye, but see ya later 🎓 by @aliyahstepanski

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3 years ago

Night to Remember❤️ #prom2023 by @aliyahstepanski

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3 years ago

4 days in counting 🎓#seniorsunday by @aliyahstepanski

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3 years ago

“What the 🐚”- Random Bohemian man taken in Bahamas by @aliyahstepanski

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4 years ago

We Clean Up Pretty Nice <3 by @aliyahstepanski

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5 years ago