Hereās something to ask yourself: What do I jump at the chance to do in my free time?
Itās important to know what your hobbies areāthose little things that make life more enjoyable outside of work. Sitting at your desk all day isn’t a hobby. So, what do you do just for the fun of it, to relax and shake off the stress?
For me, itās dancing.
No, Iām not a professional. But I love turning on my favorite song and just moving to the rhythm. Iāve danced in school talent shows and at friendsā weddings in planned routines, but Iām still far from being an expert. And thatās okayābecause I dance for the joy of it.
Dancing is something truly special. There are so many different stylesāballroom, breakdancing, even the good old chicken dance. Each one is fun to watch and even more fun to try. You can find amazing dance videos online, from high-speed Forró performances to hilarious clips of toddlers doing their best K-pop moves. No matter your taste, thereās something out there thatāll make you smile.
But hereās the thingānot everyone is born to dance. Some of us (myself included) are still figuring it out. Still, that doesnāt stop people from trying, and sometimes, what unfolds is better than perfect techniqueāitās pure entertainment.
Take Gary and Charlotte Chaney, for example. Watching them dance together is an absolute treat. Theyāve won multiple dance competitions across the country, including the U.S. Open Championship in Anaheim, California. Their skill and chemistry light up the floor every time they perform.
In 2010, Gary and Charlotte were giving a dance demonstration at the Chicago Windy City Jitterbug Club. They were mid-routine, dancing to Rhonda McDanielās version of āMe and Bobby McGee,ā when something completely unexpected happened.
Just as everything was going smoothly, a woman in a striped outfit ran out from the audience and jumped right into the performance! Most dancers would be thrown off completely by something like thisāimagine someone barging in during your carefully rehearsed routine! But Gary and Charlotte handled it with grace and humor.
The woman, it turns out, is Debbie Wheelis. Fun fact: she bears a striking resemblance to Rhonda McDaniel, though theyāre not actually related. And while she may not have been part of the original plan, her surprise appearance turned an already great performance into something hilarious and unforgettable.
Dance demonstration by Gary and Charlotte Chaney, with surprise guest Debbie Wheelis. Dancing to āMe and Bobby McGee,ā sung by Rhonda McDaniel.
You can watch and enjoy the fun moment below.