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The Dirty Dancing Guide to Romance
Men could learn from the moves of Dirty Dancing's Johnny.
by Renée A. James
Because what does Baby get from Johnny that makes her fall so hard for him? She gets exactly what all women want from their lovers: patience, dedication, and decisiveness; confidence in themselves and their partners; the good sense to share the spotlight—and even step into the shadows occasionally—and, finally, strength.
Did Baby feel good about her first few turns around the room with Johnny? No. Did he believe he was quite possibly making an enormous mistake? Yes. Does that sound like countless first dates? Or maybe the first few years of your marriage?
But they made it through the toe squashing and the missed moves. Somewhere along the line, Johnny’s patience as an instructor paid off. His confidence helped Baby polish her own natural abilities, and they became each other’s perfect partners. (Politically Correct Alert: Yes, Baby taught Johnny a few things, too. But that’s another article.)
And the climax of the aforementioned, never-to-be-missed final scene? The lift! The scary, you-better-hold-on-tight-and-not-drop-me, I’m-not-sure-I-can-do-this lift! With grace, trust, and a look of exquisite joy, Baby flings herself into Johnny’s waiting arms and is … what?
Elevated above and beyond anything she’s dreamed of, truly glowing with pride and confidence, nurtured and encouraged all along the way by her lover and trusted friend. Any man who has seen the face of his woman watching this scene will want to see that look again—with himself, instead of Swayze, as the cause.
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1 Kevin Swayze // May 13, 2008 at 6:10 pm
I liked the article gals. Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know that my fiance and I are practicing the “Dirty Dancing dance” as our wedding dance. We are even taking lessons at Arthur Murray. BUT what I need help on is on are the types of dances in that final scene. Does anyone know all the “types” of dances? I believe it has: Mambo (basic) with a Mambo promenade, Polka (basic) (i think)…this is where I need help. Can anyone fill me in with the rest OR good resources on how to choreograph the dance? Arthur Murray will get the foundation, but we still need work.
Your help will be much appreciated. Thanks
kevin swayze
2 Amy // Jan 16, 2007 at 5:04 pm
Dancers aren’t made of their technique, but their passion.
3 Brooklyn // Dec 12, 2006 at 8:09 pm
Dancing is the only acceptable public forum for “sex” with strangers! Sex doesn’t have to be vaginal or oral or anal penetration, either. I get more from dancing with ten strangers in one night than with one man in bed all week. A PhD friend of mine once tried to measure various levels of blood hormones associated with arousal and passion, and found that dancing evoked more of these ‘mones and in greater concentration than when two people were having traditional sex. That was enough for me to go out on weekend nights and do the Tango!
4 enoestiog // Aug 18, 2006 at 8:36 am
in the purifying vibrations of love, the couple has arrived when they can dance to intimacy. the silence serenates both ears and their bodies move self-directed in unison. dancing is a gift from the gods: even the spirits that lack rhythm grow into the one set by the loving partner.
5 Monica // Aug 16, 2006 at 2:13 pm
I love dancing as a form of foreplay. If you are out, partying, dancing with someone you are truly “feeling” dancing can definitely lead you straight to the bedroom.
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