in our "weekend journal" steve overmyer introduces us to the street star. >> reporter: school is out.usy streets of brooklyn can be nerve-racking. but in the distance these kids see something full of joy. >> my name is esther bishop, aka, star. and i am the dancing crossing guard. i let them know. >> reporter: for 15 years, star has been a member of the nypd crossing guards. her goal is to make every driver see her, but she's really transformed this street into a stage. and it's infectious. >> for the children to know that it's okay to dance, to be joyous, to be happy, to express yourself. >> reporter: what kind of professional dancing experience do you have? >> i have none. i just dance. >> reporter: in a world that rushes by in a blur, star's dance is a reminder to slow down and savor the moments that make life sweet. >> i like the smiles on the faces, i like the hugs. >> reporter: this is what makes a community blossom. an example of how a little dance and a little laughter can brighten the dreariest of days. >> what's my goal every day? to do this, right here, meeting people, meet