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Happy dances
When I was in my teens I acquired a distinctive happy dance. It was a hoppy bit of glee that signalled my excitement. College acceptance letters, invitations to a big dance, good scores on a test all warranted the probably-awkward-but-definitely-sincere choreography. I don't pull it out very often anymore, not because I don't feel gleeful but because I've learned to contain it a bit. Still, my family knows I might break out into happy dance without notice if something takes me by surprise. Much to their chagrin, I'm sure.
In that spirit, here are some happy dance videos. Feel free to break out into your own version.
1. This one's kind of old school + I think I posted about it a year or two ago. But you've got to include Matt in any discussion of happy dance. The guy's turned his herky jerky one into a money maker as he traveled the world and taped his happy dance.
2. I saw this one in the last couple of days {via Very Short List ...if you don't subscribe to their daily posts, you're missing out!}. I get tired just watching this guy jump two-footed around what looks to be London. Literally light in the loafers. A good workout. How'd they do that?? Here's Goldfrapp's video of Happiness:
3. This one's my new favorite. A girl (24ish?) dances right along to the footage of her 1987 self dancing with abandon. So sweet + it made me want to connect with the 4-year-old me somehow too. Girl's got moves! {Found via Mighty Girl}
Friday, May 9, 2008
Reader Comments (4)
Love these Annie! The first sends my wanderlust into high speed. Unfortunately for me, the trip Chris had planned for work (and for wife) to Monaco has fallen through, sad face for me. But your own travels and posts keep me looking forward for the next foreign experience so thank you! p.s. I have thoughts on puppy names--hopefully send you an email soon.
The jumping guy reminds me of a scene from a musical where Bobby Van sings and jumps around a town for about 3-4 minutes, non-stop. I can't remember the film, but I'll find it. It is included on one of the "That's Entertainment" videos either I or II. Priceless.
Hey! I actually watched the "jumping guy" video you posted and it is a direct RIP of the Bobby Van number in "Small Town Girl", including the jump rope thing and everything. They should have to give some sort of credit! Really fun, though
I want to see your happy dance!