Iset up my appointment with the Fabulous Dancing Dolls at Southern University a week before my home caught fire.

On Wednesday, I looked at my calendar and realized I was supposed to go to the Dancing Dolls' practice to learn some dance moves. It seemed like such a ridiculous thing to do in the midst of life being so discombobulated, but I decided to go anyway.

Boy, was that the right decision.

I'm not sure I've ever felt more cared for than the 90 minutes I spent with the Dancing Dolls. First, I sat on the floor and talked with three young women who are the dance team's leaders. They are all seniors at Southern.

These earnest young women told me a little about what it's like to be a Dancing Doll — the poise, grace, effort, talent and time required to be part of the team. They all come

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