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Margarette Allyn

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Margarette Allyn is an author, speaker and dancer who believes in the healing power of making choices guided by instinct, intuition and faith.

Two unexpected episodes played pivotal roles in Margarette's life, introducing her to the world of the performing arts.

The first was watching "The Nutcracker" on TV. The second was encountering the iconic TV show "Fame," which struck a chord with its relatable characters and stories that felt just like her own. Dance soon became Margarette's refuge — a way to escape and express herself.

Her dance aspirations took flight when she was accepted into Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts — the real Fame school — in New York City's Upper West Side.

She dared to dream even big Margarette Allyn is an author, speaker and dancer who believes in the healing power of making choices guided by instinct, intuition and faith.

Two unexpected episodes played pivotal roles in Margarette's life, introducing her to the world of the performing arts.

The first was watching "The Nutcracker" on TV. The second was encountering the iconic TV show "Fame," which struck a chord with its relatable characters and stories that felt just like her own. Dance soon became Margarette's refuge — a way to escape and express herself.

Her dance aspirations took flight when she was accepted into Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts — the real Fame school — in New York City's Upper West Side.

She dared to dream even bigger — why not aim for The Juilliard School?

It was a dream that seemed beyond reach, especially for a young woman from Harlem. But Margarette held onto the idea that the sky has no limits. However, unforeseen circumstances, ego, and personal choices halted her burgeoning dance career, crushing her dreams of attending Juilliard and leaving her with a deep sense of loss.

At the age of 24, Margarette embarked on a new path, joining the NYPD. Despite battling an overwhelming cloud of dread, despair, and her complex relationship with alcohol, she clung fiercely to her discipline, determination, and the will to truly live.

Supported by her loyal friends and colleagues, she dedicated twenty years to her police career, retiring as a Sergeant in 2019.

Today, Margarette resides in Tampa, Florida, with her husband and two sons.

This remarkable journey serves as the focal point of her inspiring memoir, Running From Yesterday, A True Story of Hope, Courage, and Love. Within its pages, Margarette unveils her unwavering resilience and unyielding spirit, proving that it is never too late to rewrite one's narrative.

Grateful for the grace and mercy bestowed upon her, Margarette finds purpose in giving back to those she mentors, is dancing once again, accepts motivational and inspirational speaking engagements and looks forward to many more years of being on stage.

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