Finding the Rhythm
March 27, 2024 at 11:44 am 46 comments
For Friday Fictioneers 100-Word Challenge: 29 March
2024
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| Photo Credit: Dale Rogerson |
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The dance studio looked intimidating. Even more so for somebody who had two left feet.
He needed to learn how to dance for the upcoming prom. With all the courage he could muster, he knocked at the door. When it opened, the instructor greeted him warmly. She beckoned him to join the group of beginners gathered on the floor.
As the music began to play, he tentatively followed her lead. His movements were awkward and stiff at first. But with her gentle guidance and encouragement, he found himself gradually loosening up as he surrendered to the rhythm of the music.
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Musings of a Random Mind 
1.
Dale | March 27, 2024 at 12:28 pm
That is the sign of a very good teacher. Nice one, Plaridel.
2.
plaridel | March 27, 2024 at 5:15 pm
dale:
she seems to be. 🙂
3.
Dale | March 27, 2024 at 5:16 pm
Very!
4.
plaridel | March 28, 2024 at 5:08 pm
dale:
indeed. 🙂
5.
beth | March 27, 2024 at 12:38 pm
just going with it –
6.
plaridel | March 27, 2024 at 5:15 pm
beth:
good for him. 🙂
7.
neilmacdon | March 27, 2024 at 2:51 pm
A talent he didn’t know he had
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plaridel | March 27, 2024 at 5:14 pm
neil:
hopefully, he sticks to it. 🙂
9.
Iain Kelly | March 27, 2024 at 4:37 pm
It seems he may be a natural!
10.
plaridel | March 27, 2024 at 5:14 pm
iain:
we’d have to wait and see. 🙂
11.
The Sicilian Storyteller | March 27, 2024 at 5:54 pm
Loved this, Plaridel! I could feel your MC relaxing with every word I read. A most evocative write.
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plaridel | March 28, 2024 at 5:07 pm
nancy:
coming from you, i take it as a great compliment. thank you.
13.
justjoyfulness | March 27, 2024 at 7:50 pm
Glad he took the first (dance) step.
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plaridel | March 28, 2024 at 5:07 pm
justjoyfulness:
the first step was always the hardest. 🙂
15.
rochellewisoff | March 28, 2024 at 5:01 am
Dear Plaridel,
It sounds like he found just the right teacher. Sweet story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
16.
plaridel | March 28, 2024 at 5:07 pm
rochelle:
i suppose he really did. 🙂
17.
Sandra | March 28, 2024 at 5:55 am
To start dancing, first you have to start. He’s on his way now
18.
plaridel | March 28, 2024 at 5:07 pm
sandra:
i totally agree. 🙂
19.
CGraith | March 28, 2024 at 12:32 pm
He’s on his way, until he has to dance in front of his date, dressed in a Tux. 🙂
20.
plaridel | March 28, 2024 at 5:06 pm
clare:
that would be lovely. 🙂
21.
Keith's Ramblings | March 29, 2024 at 3:43 am
He was but a quickstep away from discovering he could dance! Nice one.
22.
plaridel | March 30, 2024 at 9:30 am
keith:
thank you for the generous comment. much appreciated.
23.
msjadeli | March 29, 2024 at 10:48 am
It’s always a blessing to be warmly welcomed into a group. It opens the door to miracles. Enjoyed your story.
24.
plaridel | March 30, 2024 at 9:29 am
msjadeli:
it always does. the need to belong is a fundamental to our health and well-being.
25.
Inside the Mind of Isadora | March 29, 2024 at 1:06 pm
It’s all about letting inhibitions go and feeling the music.
Nicely done, Plaridel.
26.
plaridel | March 30, 2024 at 9:29 am
isadora:
you’re absolutely right.
27.
elmowrites | March 29, 2024 at 1:13 pm
We all have to start somewhere or we would never get going at all. Sounds like he’s taken more than just the first step!
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plaridel | March 30, 2024 at 9:29 am
jen:
the first step is always the hardest. it gets easier after that.
29.
James McEwan | March 30, 2024 at 12:54 am
Great encouragement and practice makes the master.
30.
plaridel | March 30, 2024 at 9:29 am
james:
yes, indeed.
31.
GHLearner | March 30, 2024 at 4:03 am
A good teacher can awaken a love of dancing that lasts a lifetime. Brave of him to take classes and good to have such a skilled teacher. A lovely story.
32.
plaridel | March 30, 2024 at 9:29 am
gabi:
well said.
33.
granonine | March 30, 2024 at 9:38 am
Awww. And I hope he finds a date who is equally encouraging 🙂
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plaridel | April 1, 2024 at 10:54 am
linda:
i hope he does too. it should be awesome. 🙂
35.
Dawn M. Miller | March 30, 2024 at 12:42 pm
Love this!
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plaridel | April 1, 2024 at 10:54 am
dawn:
thank you for reading and usual support. it means a lot. 🙂
37.
Dawn M. Miller | April 1, 2024 at 8:45 pm
Of course, and back atcha. 😉
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plaridel | April 3, 2024 at 1:17 pm
dawn:
thanks again. 🙂
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michael1148humphris | March 30, 2024 at 3:11 pm
Music can bring out the tender side, I enjoyed this
40.
plaridel | April 1, 2024 at 10:54 am
michael:
it’s very kind of you. thank you.
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thisobscurelife | March 31, 2024 at 1:07 pm
so sweet. I asked my husband if he wanted to take dance lessons before our wedding and he said, “but I can’t dance.” I told him that was the point but he opted out. We just danced awkwardly at our wedding without a care. My niece and nephew had ballroom dancing at school in 5th grade which I think was so important. Besides being prom ready, it teaches composure, and confidence.
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plaridel | April 1, 2024 at 10:54 am
michele:
he’s not alone. i can’t dance either. 🙂
43.
Heather Musk | April 1, 2024 at 6:44 am
Going with the rhythm of the music is the best way to start, feeling it from within.
44.
plaridel | April 1, 2024 at 10:55 am
heather:
you couldn’t say it any better. thank you. 🙂
45.
Asif Baloch | April 6, 2024 at 5:28 pm
I wasn’t fond of reading, but your writing made me read more.
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plaridel | April 9, 2024 at 9:50 am
asif:
thank you for stopping by and reading. much appreciated.