In case you were not yet convinced that I am completely out of my mind, check out the new bedlah* I bought this morning…
It’s purple. And it has STARS! My hobby and my profession, merged into one! The stars are probably too small to be seen on stage, but I know they are there. I didn’t necessarily need a new bedlah, but would soon, and it was my size and it was on sale and just caaaalling to me.
So yeah. I’m nuts.
*A bedlah is a type of costume used for bellydancing, typically a beaded bra and belt set that can be worn with skirts or harem pants.
I’m a brand new post-doc in astronomy working as part of the 
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Astron // January 10, 2009 at 14:35 |
In our observatory even club of belly-dancers exists!
When we organised a conference here, in Kiev, they made cool perfomance! “Astronomers dance for astronomers” 
So, be sure, you are not alone!!!
Alex.
Sarah // January 10, 2009 at 19:43 |
It’s so pretty! And it’s purple! Are we all going to try this one on too? Can’t wait to see some video of you performing in it!
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