ealdanagutiérrez; 001

[adequacies]

While I know there are many more pressing matters at hand, there's been a distinct problem I've noticed onboard in the most recent karaoke nights.  I won’t name names, but I have noticed a lack of rhythm that can be rectified with a little practice. Luckily, I am here to help, and there is no singing required.

This Friday, I'll be hosting a group salsa class in the community room.   You don't need to have danced before; all prior skills you need are the ability to count to eight and how to stand up straight.

All are welcome, though anyone who is judgmental towards others just learning will be asked to leave.  I don't have patience for that, and it's supposed to be fun.

See you Friday at seven.  Wear comfortable shoes.

Comments

[ithax]

[..........] Not

I'll just be extra careful about steppin on toes. This just seems like fun, and it's real nice of you to put it on

[backdrive]

You can step on my toes!

[ithax]

Feel like I'd really crush your feet, but glad to know a little misstep won't ruin the friendship

[backdrive]

I have steel-toed workboots!

[ithax]

Makes a lotta sense and makes me way less worried

I got a pair of regular boots so it'll make me a little less dangerous too

[backdrive]

Plus I'm very nimble!

[ithax]

Now that doesn't surprise me in the least

Do you know how to dance already?

[backdrive]

Ja! Not Salsa but I am sure I can learn it. If you don't mind me counting out loud anyway.

[ithax]

Yeah? What kind do you know?

I'm gonna need all the help I can get I think, so you'll be doin us both a favor

[backdrive]

Swing dancing!

I bet we can figure it out together.

[ithax]

I know what that is! That seems real fun! Makes sense you'd need to be nimble for it. You ever think of teachin people here?

I'm positive we can, we're both resourceful I think

[backdrive]

I didn't think anyone would be interested in learning with me...

We are! You guys did such a good job with my headphones by the way! They sort of work!

[ithax]

Seems like maybe people are more open to it than expected! I'd learn, anyway

Sorry it's only kinda but glad it's somethin at least

[jinking]

[adequacies]

That’s alright. Just let your partner know when we get there and we’ll have you dancing in no time.

It’s my pleasure. We could all use something to look forward to.

[ithax]

Sure thing ma'am, I'll try real hard at the very least

Yeah, I like to always have a thing to look forward to

[adequacies]

As counterintuitive as it sounds, the less you try, the easier it comes.

[ithax]

Oh [.....] well, guess we'll just have to see how this goes then. Not sure how good I'll be at turnin off the tryin hard

[adequacies]

I appreciate the effort and eagerness to learn. I really didn’t think many would care to try.

[ithax]

How come? Seems like a good way to take some of the stress outta the work we do

[adequacies]

It can be hard to let go of one’s inhibitions to try something new.

[ithax]

Suppose so

Glad so many people seem open to it, though. I always like learnin a new thing

[adequacies]

It’s a pleasant surprise.

I do, too. It can be a little difficult to find room on board to do certain things. There was a lot of talk about baseball before you got here.

[ithax]

It's good for all of us, so I'm glad it's not like pullin teeth

Shoot, I'd love baseball. That talk go anywhere?

[adequacies]

Sort of? You’ll want to talk to Cal and Eli— they’re the ones who tried to teach me before I nearly maimed one of them.