For anyone who thought I was an MJ basher, I have to say, I was honest when I claimed that in spite of any vacillating opinions I might have about the scandals in his life, I still love the music.
In fact, we had an impromptu Michael Jackson dance party at our house this past weekend. An experience that proved God really does choose sides. I decided to make fun of my husband’s dancing (which was a pretty stupid thing to do since he already hates dancing and rarely agrees to more than one or two slow dances at the odd wedding or event we attend…).
And almost immediately after this transgression, one of my children knocked over a full glass of wine on the dining room tablecloth. Then another child fell off the side of a couch (where he shouldn’t have been climbing, but that’s neither here nor there…). After which a general melee of confusion and hysteria ensued.
So yeah – I get it. Persecute Chris and suffer the consequences…at least I know where I stand. But in my own defense – it was too funny not to imitate. He has one signature dance move that just begs for some good natured roasting.
I wish I could show him doing it – but I fear that something truly cataclysmic would happen. Like an earthquake swallowing my entire closet, or the extinction of the cocoa bean…or Freaky Friday-like body swapping with a teenager right before midterm exams (am I the only one who still has nightmares about this kind of thing?)
BUT I do have the next best thing. I made Chris record me doing my imitation of him. I suspect that he only agreed since I look awful and have a big pimple on my chin, but he was a good sport nonetheless.
So without further ado, I bring to you, The Double Dutch Snap:
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BUT you could possibly come up with a kick ass new dance move to join the white man’s overbite hall of fame. Move over “lawnmower,” “sprinkler” and “shopping cart” – you’ve got competition!
Seriously – I dare you to NOT Double Dutch Snap the next time the opportunity presents itself…
I needed a good laugh. Thank you.
Can't wait for Jamie's wedding. Maybe we can add a couple of new steps and group Double Dutch Snap will go into the family archives.
not very MJ like is it?
Too funny Kate – you don't look awful – you look cute and hysterical!
Kate is mean. I would never make fun of her.
White boys can't dance or jump.
PS
Mommy's mean? Not fair.
I am actually kind of impressed… there's some real coordination involved in that one what with the hand motions, the snapping and the hip shaking! ;)
This is so much better than I can do. Can you break it down into manageable lessons?
Geez, could you BE more adorable? I think not. And I second lacochran … show us how it's done.
that was awesome. I am totally hoping that this dance movie takes off cause then I can tell my hubby that is totally doing a cool dance move.
Hell, I'm putting on some MJ and doing RIGHT NOW!!!
Nice. It's hard to know what to do with your hands while dancing sometimes. Now there's another thing to add to the mix. Thanks Chris. ;)
Awesome! I love the video of you dancing.
Kate that was too sexy it shouldn't be legal.
-John
thanks for the new move. can't wait to roll that one out. by the way, you look skinny and adorable!
You know, honestly, I have to say that it takes some serious coordination to do that move! I can't snap my fingers and walk at the same time so the fact that he can dance and snap at the same time…in rhythm with music is very impressive. Let him know that my husband is FAR WORSE at dancing. Total white man's overbite going on seriously when he's dancing.
BTW, loved the video! Your daughter's reaction was hilarious!
Love the moves! You are funny.
Hmmmmm—-I think that it is a FABULOUS move—I don't know what you are talking about!!
And you look really sexy doing it….
:)
Hilarious! You guys are awesome! I must commend even the Double Dutch Snap because my beloved won't even move when there's music on! His signature dance move is The Statue!
Hahaha! You're so cute and SO BRAVE! And what a good sport Chris is. You guys are hilarious.
hahaha! apologies to Chris, but it kinda reminded me of the Carlton Dance. I think it's the snapping. I think I'll go watch some Fresh Prince.
Hahah!! I love that your daughter totally paused the laughing, like whaat? Mommy making fun of Daddy? Mommy mean???
hahaha!
Ha! Hilarious!!! My husband can't dance either…maybe I should teach him the Double Dutch Snap? :)
Ha! Karma, huh? Soo funny. And kudos on the double-dutch snap re-enactment! Love your site. Glad I found you! I'll be back often.
All it needed was a classic MJ "HEE hee hee" at the end. :-)