[Sarahb69]

I just got my new 40mm X-pert on Friday and I am totally in love! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif  So far I've had no trouble with sits, CKR or CAR, or any of my leg hangs. I have yet to try planks or superman, but I've been in workshops all weekend and am in need of some rest from the pole cuz I'm extremely sore. I also have a 50mm X-pert so I still intend to move between the 2 sizes.

[Sarahb69]

@LittleC, I believe you'll find that while Payton can't remain adult enough to keep her comments to opinions only and resorts to name calling, she also cannot spell. I believe you will find the word bigget is spelled bigot…unless you google it and find it spelled the other way basically with the same meaning from the urban dictionary.

@Veena, I think you demonstrated the usability of both stage poles very well, and unbiased. And by the way, I thank you and your site every day for having given me a wonderful place to learn and share this wonderful thing called pole.

@Webbie, not to step on Veena's toes, but I happen to think you are mighty handsome ( you remind me of my own hubby in many ways ), and can say without batting an eye that you pai are the most wonderful couple I have had the chance to meet! 

@Payton, you come on here, throw accusations around like so much gargabe and then start the name-calling? Your profile says you're in your 30's but my 7 year old daughter shows more respect and maturity than you. If you don't like the way things are done on this site, feel free to take your membership elsewhere…oh and please don't let the door hurt you on your way out.

[Sarahb69]

Dang it, I hate hooking with the ankle and have always used the side of my foot. Guess I'm going to have to go back and relearn this one. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif

[Sarahb69]

I am also an authorized x-pole dealer in Canada, and no surprise shipping fees from me….all poles ship from the Canadian warehouse.

[Sarahb69]

Awesome things are happening for you, Lu and you are so very deserving of them! You keep going for it with everything you've go because you are an inspiration to us all! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif

[Sarahb69]

Here is mine: https://www.studioveena.com/photos/view_photo/4ee56c53-bd3c-4789-a36d-691f0ac37250

Merry Christmas, Ladies…and a Happy New Year! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_santa.gif

[Sarahb69]

I have a song and no socks…

[Sarahb69]

I guess I"m in too, as long as it doesn't mean we have to have a full split, because I don't.

Lyme Lyte, I am 42, soon to be 43 and I've never had a split in my life. At the beginning of this year, I believe I was about  8-10 inches from the floor, but I'm no more than 3 inches now. Determined to have at least one split by my 43rd birthday, so yes…you can do it! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

[Sarahb69]

Descalzada the comment was aimed at me…and not to worry, my conscience was and still is clear. 

Webmaster, I agree with everything you said also, and it was very nicely put.

[Sarahb69]

I agree to all of what has been said…we must be aware.

And to all us lovely polers out there that have pink pole power pics, we can feel better than the new people getting their poles pinked…100% of my first 2 pics went to breast cancer, and 50% of my third pic. However, I won't be getting anymore because only 5% is donated now. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif

[Sarahb69]

The battle of the Pole happened in Montreal in July. Phoenix did compete. From what I understand, this year was the first year they tried it, and I'm not sure whether they will be doing it again.

I second talking to Piglet about Showcases in the Toronto area. I had heard talk of another being possible in the spring but not sure if it's gotten past the talk stage.

The one that we just had was a great success! I think all the performers had a great time, I know I did. And Piglet did an amazing job getting and keeping it together. It was even good for us close to Ottawans…4 of us drove down for it; me, 2 of my girlfriends and my hubby! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[Sarahb69]

I might have seen you waving if I'd been on the 416, but I take Dwyer Hill Road into Kanata…the other drivers on the highway must have thought you crazy! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[Sarahb69]

We're definitely going to have to hook up, TreePoles! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

[Sarahb69]

Really? I have the free skype, and everytime I have been logged in, the video call option has not been available to select…hmmmm

[Sarahb69]

Hooked, I'm on MSN all the time, so if you come online and poling is workable for me at that time, I will pole with you.

I also have a Skype account, and added a few people yesterday, but the video calling option doesn't come with the basic free account whereas video messaging is free with MSN Messenger. I have worked with HellsBells and Tigger on the msn video chat and it works great, and that was even before I had a stable internet connection!

[Sarahb69]

I only have the 50mm chrome x-pert but love my brassy so I would have traded with you in a second.

[Sarahb69]

This is definitely a purely personal decision. I trained with a girl who had fabulously large implants and she didn't seem to have any trouble working around them, a tight sports bra kept them mostly in place…and they were definitely larger than yours.

 

I think your chest looks fabulous, but also not totally proportionate to your frame. Nothing wrong with that, in my opinion…but then my opinion would change if there were say a D or DD instead of a B! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

 

I have a natural D cup, but then I've had kids and add to that being older and the things gravity has done to my body, I'd love to get my boobs fixed. The thing is, I'd rather just have them pulled back up to where they used to be. Nothing to be done though because recovery from a lift is almost as long as having implants, if not longer depending on which surgeon you ask. In any case, that is just something I cannot afford to do money-wise, and if I could afford it, I can think of other things I need first…like my second house pole installed, my laminate installed in my basement pole area, or say a new house with taller ceilings! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

 

So, make sure you go over everything with your surgeon during your consult, and make sure 100% that you are doing it for the right reason…for YOU!

[Sarahb69]

Peggy and her team did an amazing job putting this event together. She should be proud of her accoplishments, especially with the last minute issues.

The girls and one guy that performed did really awesome and I am so proud and happy I got to be apart of this event! Tigger, Rusty and I had a wonderful weekend in Toronto, and my husband was so supportive of all of us.

 

Can't wait for the 2012 event! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

[Sarahb69]

There will be a few Veeners there, Modelesque so come out and enjoy yourself! If worse comes to worse, I'm the one with flaming hair. I perform 4th but my husband and girlfriend will be manning laptop and cameras up front.

 

Which reminds me, the event will be streamed here to SV Chat, for those that want to watch but can't actually come to the show. Streaming I believe will commence around 8:30pm EST.

 

Good luck to all our performers and thank you Peggy for pulling this all together, and doing it so very well! xox

[Sarahb69]

I believe the poor choice in name isn't from calling it a competition, but calling it a National Capital Pole competition, when it isn't open to everyone in the capital, only the studio's students. However, this isn't up to us to decide or debate.

[Sarahb69]

I was excited too when I saw that a competition was finally being run in "my" area…and disappointed that I wouldn't be eligible to compete since I am not a student (past or present) of said studio.

I have hopes that another competition will come up in the area for polers from anywhere in our nation's capital.

[Sarahb69]

I didn’t like WMM for that among other reasons. I ended up removing it and installing the WLMM instead…it does the rotating as well as everything else I wanted it to do.

[Sarahb69]

Since I started videoing my practices with my new iPhone, I went and downloaded a copy of Windows Live Movie Maker. It's a free download from Microsoft, and works well for me. I've been happy with the results of my video editing.

[Sarahb69]

Awww, thank you so very much, ladies! I https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif you all!  https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

[Sarahb69]

Now I know why I've always sucked at hooping!  https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif