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Welcome to Girl Clown Dancing!

2/22/2015

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The idea of starting my own blog has been simmering for a while now, for a whole bunch of reasons.  Maybe the stars are correctly, and finally, aligned to make me actually do something to make it happen, so, here I am!

In any case, this all just feels right, right now.

But how, you may ask (or not ask, that’s okay, too), did I come up with the blog’s name?

Well, I’m a working journalist, editor and foodie, but for those who may not know all of the crazy hats I’ve worn in my life, I was also once a professional circus clown… one of the few “girl clowns” in the United States.   And nothing amateur, either: I’m a proud graduate of the famed Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College (which, sadly, is no more).

Nope, I no longer put on the greasepaint, sequined costume and jumbo shoes, but I’m still a clown at heart.  Indeed, my ratty circus trunk—complete with worn lunchbox stuffed with makeup; peacock feathers (great for balancing on a perky red nose), and LaCrosse balls (both the perfect size and weight for juggling) still holds a valued spot in my garage.

What about the dancing part?  Well, I really do try to live by this wonderful quote from the late, great ball player Satchel Paige… “Work like you don’t need the money.  Love like you’ve never been hurt.  Dance like nobody’s watching.”

So once again, welcome to my dance!   

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Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Clown College Graduation!
16 Comments
Ron Jarvis
2/22/2015 02:10:19 pm

I love Satchel Paige quotes... "Don't look back, what your running from might be gaining on you."Girl clowns rock!

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Hilary
2/23/2015 06:10:17 am

Thanks Ron! He and Samuel Goldwyn are two of my favorite people for "go to" quotes. :)

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Mike Bringold
2/22/2015 05:07:17 pm

Shouldn't you also publish a solo photo of yourself, or identify which one you are in the group photo? Not necessary to publish the comment.

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Hilary
2/23/2015 06:09:11 am

Hi Mike! We couldn't center where I was sitting in the photo onto the header photo. However, if you click on the other links at the top, you'll see a solo photo with makeup -- and another without! :)

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Hank Nuwer link
2/22/2015 07:58:25 pm

Congratulations!

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Hilary
2/23/2015 11:50:02 am

Thank you!

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Patti Holman
2/23/2015 09:19:45 am

Hilary, the blog loos great. I'm looking forward to reading more posts!

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Hilary
2/23/2015 11:53:35 am

And, I am planning to have a LOT to write about! :)

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Fran Phinney
2/23/2015 10:58:03 am

Is having your pants fall down a talent of a clown? If so, I'm sending Richard up to you for further training.. How about a recent pic of you balancing on that bar and ball thing? I know you have it somewhere. I assume these days you are balancing making movies with raising a teenager and keeping fabulous Larry well fed and happy. Maybe you should put recipes on your blog. Clown cooking.. Have fun with your blog! Keep honking that nose!

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Hilary
2/23/2015 11:49:25 am

Recipes will be in upcoming posts! The balancing bar and metal bar are right in my office--I see them every day. But, you're right, balancing way other things right now to practice. :)

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leslie spoon
2/23/2015 11:55:48 am

Hilary This looks really interesting. I would like to hear what life was like in clown school.

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Hilary
2/23/2015 11:28:40 pm

Hard, scary, competitive. I was too young to really appreciate what an amazing opportunity it was, but sooo glad I am in that select group of Clown College grads. What an experience!

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Tammy
2/28/2015 09:47:34 am

Yes you really are a clown at heart, that's what I love about you. Can't wait to read about your clown experience and looking forward to some good recipes!

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Julie
3/16/2015 09:06:57 am

We all have a story. Some are better than others. Some are just written better than others.
Life is worth living, just to see how it turns out.

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Hilary
3/16/2015 12:14:32 pm

So true, Julie! :)

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kerri fisher
3/4/2018 05:47:27 pm

Not sure how I missed your very first blog, but I am a big fan and have been following you since the very beginning. Thank you for so many delightful stories.

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    Hilary Roberts Grant

    Journalist, editor, filmmaker, foodie--and a clown! 
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