So I finally climbed myself into those heels and got my ass on a stage!
I called my local club (Baby Dolls, Nacogdoches) and asked if they were looking for dancers or bouncers. Was told to come in and talk to the manager. Well, manager had bad news for my friend who came with me- they were full on staff and didn't need bouncers. But I was told that I had the dancing gig without even getting on the stage! I was so excited!
So that night, Sunday, the girls teased me a little. Had me strip down to my bikini and show them my moves (not the best, but could be worse) and I apparently wasn't totally shunned as one of the two newest girls.
Come Monday, my first night, I was pleasantly surprised. Pretty much all of the girls were really nice to me, which was a huge relief. I'm really very nice in person if you're not a jerk to me first, and I was terrified that they would be catty to me. I'm so glad that they're not, because I actually made the jump finally because I'm going through a pretty bad time in my life right now. Everyone says not to get too friendly with other dancers, especially when you're first starting out, but what can I say? Since we spent most of our evening talking, goofing off and practicing (and teaching me :-\), I can't help but feel like fast friends with the other new girl especially. Even though I know that it's not the best club, I still feel really grateful. Pretty much all of my nervousness was unfounded. I even made $59 (after the club took their percentage) my first night. Could have been better, but it was a really slow night, you know?
My only complaints thus far-
I know how to give a good lap dance, but I'm just realizing the different ways that it's odd in the SC. For one, I'm kind of out of shape, so my thighs get tired if my back is to them. For two, if the guy is overweight... No offense to anyone, of course, but I am a very small girl (only about 5'1". I got comments from staff Monday that I was still pretty short despite wearing huge knee boots) so actually straddling the guy, which doesn't tire me so fast, gives me a rather limited range of movement when he's bigger. So I just end up doing the same very basic moves over and over until I can regain the strength to go another short round with my back to him! I get the feeling that that's going to hurt my ability to make money with heavier set guys... :'(
Not to mention, it's awkward that they're not supposed to touch me. I'm used to guys grabbing on me and shizz when I give them a lap dance. It's not like I want some weird guy feeling on me, but it's still a little strange. Do you girls think it's that big a deal if they touch your hips/thighs, as long as they don't try for your ass or tits or something? I'm still kind of trying to figure out what my personal boundaries are, but until I decide, I'm playfully reminding them that it's hands off. Haven't got any arguments yet. ^_^
Also, I need more shit to dance in! Cheaper the better right now, honestly. Most of my money is meant to go to medical bills right now, so... Yeah.

