Dancing to Iggy

Here, I’m teaching choreography from Iggy’s music video. To see her dancing it… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVGRN7Z7T1A (2:09-2:29) And you can do her steps to the music with me on Instagram… Part 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/BE6vAnYCfKK/ Part 2: https://www.instagram.com/p/BE7Mz6bifIB/

Learning the Dance to BOOMBOX

Okay, all of you who like to get your dance on, in this video I’m teaching choreography from Laura Marano’s new song! To dance along with her… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdFIKU53KEU (3:33-3:51) And if you’d like to practice with me and the music… Part 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/BEfbM6WCfE7/ Part 2: https://www.instagram.com/p/BEjjY7MifDg/

Self-Defense Tips

As promised on Snapchat (katherinechloe), I’m sharing some of the tips that I learned from a beginner’s self-defense class taught by Alex Abossein, a martial arts master. But first, I’d like to thank Alex and Innerfit for putting on this event. All proceeds went to women recovering from abusive situations. Here are some of the tips that can help the …

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

For lovers of beautiful blooms, Washington’s Tulip Festival is paradise. During April, they can participate in bike rides through the flower fields, watch small-town parades, and join throngs of people from diverse places converging to soak in the beautiful sights of spring. For more information, go to www.TulipFestival.org

10 Tips to Surviving Swimsuit Season

Every time I go on vacay to a warm beach, there is a part of me that isn’t all that excited to put on a swimsuit. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not like I have some swimsuit-wearing phobia, but I think most girls can relate to just wanting to be able to bring on all the delicious vacay food without …

Learning Meghan’s Choreography to NO

Meghan has evolved from a girl who was charismatically cute in her past music videos to smokin’ hot in her latest. Today, I’m teaching those steps on YouTube. To see Meghan performing the choreography… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMTAUr3Nm6I (:45-1:15) And to practice dancing it with me, go to Instagram… Part 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/BDW-e0uCfCy/ Part 2: https://www.instagram.com/p/BDXDoSiCfMU/

Learning Rihanna’s Choreography to WORK

In this video, I’m teaching the steps that Rihanna and her dancers perform to her hit song, Work. To see them dancing the choreography… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQWqksdE4gw (3:01-3:24) And if you’d like to practice with me to her music… Part 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/BDUI4ubCfL1/ Part 2: https://www.instagram.com/p/BDUL7DVifCA/

10 Reasons Why Requiring Perfection Won’t Reap Happiness

No matter where I travel, nature is one of my favorite attractions. I always love to watch people rushing down a busy street who pause to admire plants in bloom. Yet, when they take a closer look they must realize that each one is imperfect. No two blossoms are exactly the same size, some have been dusted with dirt, and …

Thought of the Day

“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” H. Jackson Brown, Junior And I’d like to add that our best will always be enough. Each person has unique talents. We should not compare ourselves to others and use them as the measure of our worth. Dress by St. John Knits from Nordstrom.

How to Make an Old Doll Look New Again

Instead of “old,” I should say, “very loved.” If you’re a mom, aunt or cousin of little ones, you know exactly what I mean. They just can’t part with those favorite dolls no matter how matted their hair gets from gigantic hugs and being drug around…sometimes by the feet as their heads bounce off the floor. I’ve had this “Katherine” …

Do You Wanna Be the Sixth Harmony?

If there were one:) Well, you can pretend there is by learning the steps the girls dance to their new hit song, Work From Home. Here’s a choreography breakdown. To see the songbirds performing it… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9FIjVn9mQg (2:00-2:23) And to dance the steps with me to their music on Instagram… Part 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/BCeoKyoCfCM/ Part 2: https://www.instagram.com/p/BCey2BuCfNZ/  

Nature is My Lunch Place of Choice

Most people list a special restaurant or a cute little café. Though there are many of those that I adore, I think my favorite lunch place is in a natural setting. Since I’m a freelance writer, my job is often solitary. It’s mostly just me and my computer. And my computer doesn’t care if I work in my sweats or …

Tiny Green Oasis

Tucked into a park hidden amid the urban bustle of Seattle is a small conservatory overflowing with foliage. Time seems to stand still inside this century-old sanctuary built with a $5 kit imitating London’s Crystal Palace. Despite its size and phantom presence, over 150,000 plant aficionados make this pilgrimage each year. On any day, you can find couples sliding onto …

What Does the Word “Beautiful” Make You Think?

This week, I was cleaning up my computer files and ran across a video that I made when teaming-up with a philanthropy devoted to helping teens overcome serious struggles with self-esteem. I was asked to answer the question, “What is beautiful?” Out of concern for those who struggle with identity issues, and those who love them, I’ve decided to post …