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Life lately: watching my kids thrive, seeing Ava shine at MSU, and watching their bond grow stronger. My dad would be so proud—and so am I. ❤️ I’m so grateful for the friends and family who’ve been a light!

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meant to be with @msualphaphi !!

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@msualphaphi 📍

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Missing moments like these @drop_everything_official In April, my life had been completely flipped upside down with an injury, but I am so excited to finally be coming out on the other side❤️‍🩹

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One more night home with my girl before she heads off to college. 🥹💗 I’m so incredibly proud of the woman she’s becoming… even if my mama heart isn’t quite ready. 💚🤍

#MSU #SpartanStrong #MSU2026 #ProudMama #CollegeBound

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What a day… one we’ll never forget. 💖🎓

Watching Ava celebrate this milestone surrounded by so many people who love her filled my heart. She has grown into such an amazing young woman, and we couldn’t be more proud. It’s hard to believe she’s heading off to Michigan State to begin her next adventure soon. 💚🤍

Thank you to everyone who came, celebrated with us, and made her day so special. Your love, support, and generosity meant the world to our family. Shout out to @angelaamarie0102 for her amazing skills, she helped put our charcuterie table together!! Cheers to our bartender and her crew @vleckc Our amazing neighbor Jill with @justa.bundts.and.more for our amazing mini Bundt cakes and our good friends @justdipped_treats for the delicious pretzels and dessert mix! And last but not least the skilled DJ Vince at @vincenzomusic_ !

The weather certainly kept us on our toes, but I’d like to think Dad sent us just enough sunshine when we needed it most. ❤️

We’ll cherish these memories forever. Congratulations, Ava—we love you more than words can say. 💞

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in good company 🍋

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Dear Dad,

It’s been so long since I’ve talked to you. That Elvis selfie was our last one together, and I still can’t believe how long ago February feels. I wish I’d gone with you that night, but I’m so grateful we had dinner and that last selfie.

There have been so many selfies since then—some I got to tell you about, and so many I never will. That’s the hardest part.

The Fourth was so different without you. Mom’s doing pretty well, but if you could send her a little wink or sign to remind her you’re still watching over all of us, I know she’d love that. I know you are.

Erik is about to start driving & summer baseball, and Ava absolutely crushed Nationals. I’m going to miss watching her on stage, but I know she’ll find her next one.

Work is steady, and I’m working on a few exciting new things. I know you’d tell me to trust myself… but a little extra help from up there wouldn’t hurt. ❤️

We love you. We miss you more than words could ever say!

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how lucky am i to have something so incredibly hard to say goodbye to.

dance has always been my outlet of escape. from the moment i took my first ballet class at age 2, i knew dance was my greatest passion. i am so thankful to everyone who has been on my side & apart of this journey with me. competitive dance will always hold a special place in my heart.

to my family @drop_everything_official , thank you for making the past 3 years so special. you truly are my bestfriends in the whole wide world and i will miss you beyond means!!!
& @sarahkraft.choreographer , thank you for opening up your home to me and bringing back my love and passion for dance. you have been the biggest blessing in my life and i adore you.

i am so excited to continue my dance journey @uatheatredance ! as one door closes, another opens. i cannot wait to be apart of such an amazing program 🤍

not a goodbye, just a see you later 💘

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KAR Nationals '26!

This week was one to remember. I'm so proud of what my @drop_everything_official team accomplished this year! So happy I got to recompete 2 of my dances with my team in finals, 1 coming home with grand national champion (Everything is Wrong)! Along with 2 of my dances earning a first overall-"I need it" and "Everything is Wrong". So fun getting to working with @kategossen and performing such a great opening number piece.

My contemporary solo "Cage of bones" choreographed by @sarahkraft.choreographer placed in the overalls against some amazing studios. I am so thankful to have also received the "Future Star" award! I don't have enough words to describe how happy I am to get this.

•@dancekar💜

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Better in TN

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