Who We Serve and
Our Mission
LivingThe8Count serves every stepper and all lovers of Chicago Stepping — new steppers who want to understand; experienced steppers who value the culture; Steppers trying to move smart in Chicago; and people who care about respect on and off the floor. Doing it for the culture since 2016, our mission is simple.
Share Chicago Stepping culture through meaningful expression
Educate new steppers through dialogue
Guide steppers who travel to dance
Call out what’s being done wrong – respectfully.
A New Chapter for Livingthe8Count. We’re Still Stepping!
Hello, Livingthe8Count Family! It’s been a minute, hasn’t it? I wanted to reconnect, share what’s happening in my world, and most importantly, say thank you.
Since 2016, Livingthe8Count has been more than a brand or a Facebook group to me. It’s been a place to celebrate Chicago Steppin’, share experiences, ask questions, exchange perspectives, and connect with people who love this dance as much as I do.
Five Things Westside Mike Said
Fulfilling a promise to myself, I went to Chicago at a time of year when…
Asking A Woman to Dance on the Stepper Set
Sometimes, in the comfort of the steppers set, it’s easy to forget that the world…
A Different Reason to Dance. Meet Al Bowmen
The best part of meeting Stepper Al Bowmen is knowing where he came from. I…
Thank you for putting words to a beautiful steppin community. Btw my niece read my article and she said “ TeTe I’m so proud of you I remember when.” One of my proudest moments.
Your blog on reading is so full of great insights. You always have good humor in your posts/blogs. So much fun and easy to read! Keep up the Amazing Work and continue to share this positive energy you exude for ALL in the community.
Livingthe8count is always so very informative. I find most my information right here through this page concerning all things important to me.
You are an excellent writer. Very articulate. The story on Kim Bowie was an awesome article. Been friends with Kim over 30 yrs. He was my walking partner on Thursday at MVK. Continue your journey I’m a faithful follower of your posts.
Wonderful blog, I had to rush through it but I’ll definitely go back and enjoy it in detail as soon as time permits. Thank you!
