My how the times have changed... at least for many of us. The overt sexism of the really-not-so-distant past leads us straight to where we are now. Fighting against those types of stereotypes and the long time rule of only white men. And, as they say, some of my best friends are white men... And I don't really hate the race or gender here, I just want people to be able to look at who they are and where they are from in an honest light. That includes acknowledging your privilege when you have it. I admit that I have it as an educated white girl. My many ear piercings and various-colored hair does detract, but I don't get pulled over randomly (and we live a block from the police station).

I hope ballet continued to treat you well. :-)