Two more days left before the opening of the 3rd season of DWTS. God, I just didn’t think I would be this excited after having been on for two seasons of DWTS, but I find myself overwhelmed with anticipation.
After a successful and emotional 2nd season with Lisa, I was nervous about who I was to be partnered up with and also whether "we" as a team could pull off an equally if not more successful third season.
After meeting my new partner Monique Coleman, and having a few preliminary rehearsals with her, I soon realized that I have nothing to worry about! Monique has such a great personality and there is just such chemistry between us. Plus did I mention she’s a great dancer 
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But it’s been hard work, and Monique has already been feeling the pressure. Just think about it, dancing on the biggest dance contest on national TV. Could be pretty intense for anyone I would think.
But I completely admire Monique’s determination, this especially because as many of you may not know, Monique was involved in a major car accident years ago. Here is this girl standing in front of me ready to compete on DWTS while she was told by the medical world at the age of five, that she would probably never be able to walk again, let alone dance!!!!!
Monique has totally inspired me and I’ve decided to make season three about inspiring other people to achieve great things and have a positive effect on other people’s lives through dance. This season is all about people overcoming personal challenges and becoming nothing short of remarkable.
I am pushing Monique constantly, helping her discover what her limits are, and pushing her beyond them. Monique is so talented, but talent only gets you halfway there.
I almost feel guilty at times pushing her (sometimes to tears), but it comes with the territory and it must be done. I am her teacher and it is my responsibility to make sure she gets to the highest level possible. If that means I have to wear her down a bit, then that’s how it has to be. Sometimes, a "breaking down" can be the healthiest thing, because it focuses you and makes you grow and think about what you really want.
I can tell you…Monique wants this.
Sometimes, Monique thinks that she isn’t good enough, but in truth she is doing an amazing job. I think with each passing day, Monique grows more and more confident in her own abilities and I think all of you out there, through her dancing, will be able to see her inner beauty as well as her outer one.
The past few weeks that we have rehearsed, have been a whirlwind of emotion. We’ve laughed, cried, been inspired and frustrated as well. Despite all this, it has been a great time and I got to say that it’s been so much fun. We are so committed to each other that we are kind of in our own little world.
Monique had to go to London last week for 9 days for the premier of High School and shoot promos for several European countries. The great thing was I got to go to London as well for a few days and rehearse with Monique in the heart of London…how great is that! The sad thing is that I didn’t see Monique until the latter part of her trip and after she returns, I won’t see her until the day before the show during camera blocking!!!!!! Scary, huh?
I truly hope you’ll enjoy our partnership this season, because you’re the reason why we do what we do.
Stay tuned for more updates…
Love,
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