Uncharted Territory

So my 7 year old daughter is a GIRLY girl.  I am learning a lot as she gets older about all things girly.  Don't get me wrong, she can play hard in the mud but she'll probably wear heels and a tiara while doing it.  Back in August she started dance, she had previously done gymnastics for 2 years.  Dance is a whole new world for us.  However, it has been amazing for my little girl.  In the few months since she has joined she is like a whole new girl.  She has so much more self-confidence, she is happier.  It isn't just with dance it has affected her whole attitude about everything.  She is doing better with school and reading as well and I know it stems from her new found confidence. She is definitely passionate about dance and that has played a roll.  However I can not brag enough about her dance coach and the studio we are at.  They are truly a blessing to my little girl.  Ok so back to the girly stuff.  So of course with dance comes a ton of girly things.  Honestly she has great hair but my skills are limited.  So I am learning new things to help her do her hair cute.  She also recently decided she wanted to do pageants.  The idea of pageants makes me cringe and makes me want to run and hide.  However, this pageant that I agreed she could do is all natural and has come highly recommended.  A bonus at this pageant is that Caylie gets to do a talent.  Like I said Caylie has a new found confidence and I don't know how she will do once she actually hits the stage.  But I think even if she doesn't do great that she will go out and have fun and it will continue to help boost her self-esteem.  Bonus is she is doing this with some friends so no matter what it will be fun. Oh and her dance teacher suggested I add some sequins to her dance costume for the pageant.....did I mention I am not crafty AT ALL.   Dance, and pageants, and glitter oh my!  She is always telling me I need to be more girly and she's right.  I definitely don't take the time for my feminine side.  Learning to be more girly for my daughter's sake.  Wish me luck!