Ask a group of contra dancers to describe contra dancing and you will probably get many different answers. Basically, contra dancing is a high-spirited dance that can be elegant, lively and most importantly, FUN! Based upon Old English and New England country dancing with some aspects of American square dancing blended into it, the dances are danced to Irish, Celtic, Old English, Early American and modern 'traditional' tunes that are played by live bands.I would add: imagine 100-plus hot and sweaty people close together in a hall that is not air conditioned. Then imagine doing 3 hours of aerobic exercise in that hall. Then imagine that it's fun. If your imagination can't stretch this far, then I suggest you try it. Those of us who do this improbable thing keep going back for more.
People kept telling me that the dancing here in NC is great. And I'm finding that to be true. There are dances every weekend. Good bands. Actually, great bands. And, even in the break last night, there was an accordion player sitting in the middle of the dance floor, playing tangos and waltzes and polkas. And the people are welcoming and friendly and I'm happy to be here.
And, as if that's not enough for me, there seems to be a lot of opportunity here for swing dancing - I haven't been to one yet, but plan on going to a dance tomorrow. Ah yes, I'm a glutton for punishment!
...from a poem by my husband
Saturday, July 24, 2004
Contra dancing
Must just write a bit this morning about contra dancing. Some of you know what this is. Some don't. A website describes it thus:
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Liz!
man, it is so good to hear your voice through your writing! I am glad I checked out your site :-)! I miss you and am glad you are finding your way in a new home. what a challenge and blessing it always is to find new hints of comfort in a new place! Sounds like quite the exciting house you have there- perfect for you, it sounds like. Lots of opportunity to love others and to be loved and share Christ by being-- and more. The Lord with you, my friend. I hope to talk to you again soon! Love, Christina
(officially anonymous, I guess, cause I don't have an account. fine. I can handle a lack of identity :-)
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