"Dear Edie..." "Edie,
Your relationship advice column always makes me laugh. In a good way. I think it's because advice columnists are supposed to be anonymous... so when you know the person doling out the suggestions it's classic."
- Another Salsa FREAK Fan... "
"Hi Edie,
My name is Missy. I once took your private lesson with some friends when I was in LA last year. I loved it, it was so much fun. I went from Japan then but now I live in Vancouver, Canada. I read your website all the time and enjoy it a lot. I thought that graph you made was so funny. I can totally relate to it. I showed it to all my salsa friends here and they all thought that it was great.I really like your stories, especially when you tell something we, girls, all want to tell them. You know what happens when I tell something to male dancers what I think they should do, they won't listen cause they think it is my problem not theirs. But when YOU say it they have no choice but listen. So, every time I find something that has happened to me before in your stories, I feel like e-mailing the copy of it to all the ones who don't listen. Anyway, I really appreciate what you do for all the salsa lovers in the world.
- Missy"
Dear Edie,
First of all, Thank you so much for your wonderful web site. There has been so much in your site that has answered so many questions. But I still have one for you to answer. You see I'm a church girl. I don't smoke, very occasionally do I drink, don't cuss, I'm pretty much an all around good girl. And I LOVE to dance Salsa, it's in my blood. It's a passion, and I can dance pretty well even though I am an intermediate-beginner (I just recently took Salsa lessons in College). One of my nicknames is Tongolele because of my style of dancing. My problem is that when I'm on the dance floor (when I actually have the chance to be out on one), others seem impressed with my dancing and ask me to dance, but when I dance with them after a while, I seem to bore them. I am a little flirtatious con miradas, but I'm pretty quiet. Therefore my partners after a while get a little bored with me. Is it something else I'm doing wrong? What can I do? How do I keep my partners in suspense, or at least keep them from getting bored? HELP!, Frustrada in L.A. Dear Frustrada in L.A.
SMILE OUT THERE!!!!! Have a good time! And if you're not, FAKE IT!!! Be aware of your FACE. The guys do. Be aware at all times of your facial expressions, and when you smile, they will SMILE BACK! It's amazing how it works.
Dear Edie,
I recently started taking Salsa lessons at a local club in my area. The instructor taught me to step forward with my right foot and to count 1,2,3,5,6,7. I also purchased Josie Neglia's tapes and she is teaching me to step back with my right foot and to count 1,2,3,4,5,6. I'm not sure whether or not I'm supposed to be stepping forward when I begin a song or step back. Also, I don't know which style of dancing is more popular. I have mastered the first 10 beginner steps off of Josie's tapes, if the other way of dancing is more popular, would I be able to change my dancing style easily? Can you give me some advice and also tell me the names of each style? Thanx. - Confused Dear Confused,
Right foot forward Salsa dancing is quickly becoming obsolete all over the world. The reason: People are RUNNING INTO EACH OTHER AT WORLD EVENTS!!! Please ask your instructor to teach you the international standard of "left foot forward" Salsa as well as those practiced in your part of the world. We have many videos on Salsaweb that demonstrate those standards. Take care!
Dear Edie,
First of all, Thank you so much for your wonderful web site. There has been so much in your site that has answered so many questions. But I still have one for you to answer. You see I'm a church girl. I don't smoke, very occasionally do I drink, don't cuss, I'm pretty much an all around good girl. And I LOVE to dance Salsa, it's in my blood. It's a passion, and I can dance pretty well even though I am an intermediate-beginner (I just recently took Salsa lessons in College). One of my nicknames is Tongolele because of my style of dancing. My problem is that when I'm on the dance floor (when I actually have the chance to be out on one), others seem impressed with my dancing and ask me to dance, but when I dance with them after a while, I seem to bore them. I am a little flirtatious con miradas, but I'm pretty quiet. Therefore my partners after a while get a little bored with me. Is it something else I'm doing wrong? What can I do? How do I keep my partners in suspense, or at least keep them from getting bored? HELP!, Frustrada in L.A. Dear Frustrada in L.A.
 SMILE OUT THERE!!!!! Have a good time! And if you're not, FAKE IT!!! Be aware of your FACE. Your facial expressions are so important. When you smile, they will SMILE BACK, and not appear to be bored with you! There's nothing more wonderful to a man than being able to fully satisfy his partner... and dancing is certainly no exception!
Hi Edie,
How are you doing? I haven't heard from you...are you busy? I presumed that. Warning: It is long Read this only if you have time, if not print it then read it when you have it....maybe at Starbuck's??? hahaha I want to tell you that I read your comments on "relationships" on your website and I am impressed by the evaluation of your expressive and insightful thoughts.After reading and feeling your thoughts...you seemed to have spoken from a personal point of you. Tell me, did this ever happen to you? or is it the other way around? Since you are a teacher ...do guys (students) want to date you? I am sure, but I thought I ask. Tell me your other perspective, from a teacher dating his/her student. I am in accord with your commentary, but I am more curious about how you feel about dating a student of yours? Is your answer the same as your summarization of the male teachers'??? or ?Let me ask you would you rather have a guy that dances great, but doesn't treat you good or would you rather have a guy that dances so so, but he's great to you? I think many girls out there would love to have the good combination, but they settle for the first one because they don't know about the guy's personality since they go by their dancing...then reality hits them as you put it in your commentary... How do you deal with it? do you ever date and how serious do you take guys? do you ever take any guy serious? are you too busy with your business/dream that you have no time for someone? Little by Little and next thing you know...time will have passed by and you'll wonder about your personal life.Anyway, I just thought I let you know my comments as you would love any man tell you how he feels and thinks...wouldn't you? Nothing personal...I am just a curious man that has many questions and dares to ask them.I have just found out that you won in Florida...congratulations on another one of your accomplishments. Your living it!!!! I am extremely happy for you, I wish you more and the best....take care.Sincerely, A Salsa FREAK fan...PS: Think about this, how would someone be able to date you...it would probably be hard since you are always out on business huh? It would have to be a very very considerate and understanding man....HAPPY HUNTING...kidding (:Dear Salsa FREAK Fan,
Several months ago, I decided to keep my personal life OFF Salsaweb. But don't be surprised if you start hearing rumors of "a Salsa FREAK husband" pretty soon! Take care luv! - The Salsa FREAK
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