I got rid of my apartment and slept in a tent so I could belly dance full time.

[@juliecrosby5817]

I just love how real you are, Sahira! Thank you for sharing your story!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@BellydanceSamantha]

I saved this weeks ago when you sent it out, but only just got to watching...and it's amazing! What an incredible story! I love how you disabused anyone of the notion it was glamorous, lol. The love you have for it though, so evident. So awesome to see the footage. Thank you for sharing

[@rosaclara270]

I absolutely love your bellydance beginnings/ journey!! Thank you for sharing it with us. What a beautiful video and I love the old footage too! So inspiring my dear friend! 💗

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thanks so much, it has certainly been a journey of love and passion.

[@Irridia]

Opas was the belly dance Pinnacle of Texas in the 70s!!

[@saharatopaz558]

DEDICATION! 💓 and that amount of dancing is learning on your feet for sure ... no wonder you are such a polished accomplished dancer today...Keep sharing the stories... not only is it YOUR history but a window into belly dance culture 💃💃💃

[@SahiraBellydances]

Oh, my goodness yes! Thank you 🙏

[@gwenmcfarland7637]

Oh my gopdness, ty for sharing your inspiring story. You are beautiful inside and out😅💜💜💜 I am 68 and just want to be able to dance good enough and without fear in front of others. I love the beauty of belly dance so much❣️❣️❣️❣️🙏🧞‍♀️

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you so much, it’s never too late to get out there and dance 💃

[@mpghful]

Thank you for sharing your story , it definitely shows your passion and love for the art of bellydance. I hope to see your beautiful dance for many more years. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you so much, I hope to keep doing it for many years as well.

[@dolphinschild62]

Loved your story. ❤

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thanks so much

[@memorycelle]

Love the story, good to hear it worked out. Love belly dance!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you.

[@vickytran9356]

Thank you for your honesty. I have seen you in person you may not know me but I was there when you perform. You are a great dancer!! I would want to dance with you.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thanks so much. if you’re in town I’d love to dance with you as well.

[@sailor_kit_kat]

Thank you for sharing your story! I see some parallels to my journey, as I joined a troupe in South FL and seeing them perform. I also perform at times for gigs at more LGBTQ focused shows and comic/anime cons from time to time. I have a full time job but gosh, I'd love to be able to perform part time. I appreciate seeing your videos and even taking some moves you've taught to incorporate in my solo performances. It's a beautiful journey and I wish all dancers the best of luck as they discover themselves on this road.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you so much and best of luck to you as well, maybe I’ll get to see you perform someday.

[@noizeemama3697]

Absolutely love your top.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you ☺️

[@noizeemama3697]

This is why you didn't stay in Wisconsin. ;)