CENTRAL TEXAS — At a time when we had to battle uncertainty, many of us looked for social outlets and ways to not feel so isolated.

Amid the pandemic, the women of the Central Texas Belly Dance Association managed to keep their bond tight. Belly dancing has kept the sisterhood strong between the Central Texas women for years, even amid the pandemic. One of them shared her story with Spectrum News 1 Texas.

During a typical afternoon you will probably find Yvonne Imergoot sitting in her home office. She is an academic advisor at A&M-Central Texas.

"It's a wonderful job. I get to work with the greatest students and the greatest faculty," said Imergoot.

Somehow, for more than 10 years, the mom of five and grandmother of three has found time for one very special hobby, belly dancing.  She is part of the Central Texas Belly Dance Association, with members from all over the Lone Star State.

"I mainly stayed not just for the performance and for like you know let's get you know let's get all dolled up and let's go have a good time," said Imergoot. "I actually stayed because of the sisterhood. It is so strong."

Although they were forced to cancel performances because of the pandemic, they found ways to move classes online. They even figured out how to plan surprise flash mobs during times when they often needed it most.

"They arranged and they showed up at my house and I didn't know what was happening," said Imergoot. "But when I saw them all coming out and just dancing, I mean I just lost it. I was crying."

Yvonne stood in her home getting ready for a very special performance. The group took us on their journey to Lynette Sowell in Copperas Cove. Sowell recently had eye surgery.

Association president Kathy Johnson stopped by to pick up Imergoot.

"Heading to the house of a lady who has been a big supporter of ours since the very beginning," said Johnson. "Her name is Lynette. She's gone through a pretty rough time and we're hoping to bring a little highlight to her day."

The group danced on the street outside Sowell's home. Sowell is a local newspaper reporter who Imergoot says the community adores.

Sowell could not help but smile as she watched the women dance.

"It was extra special because they came and took time for me. So I love it," said Sowell.

She was definitely grateful for the big, Texas size support.