Merriam-Webster defines "line dance" as a "dance done by a group of people who stand next to each other in a line and who all perform the same movements."
Line dancing provides me exercise and mental stimulation. I get frustrated, sometimes, because my brain doesn't always get the steps, or I have difficulty remembering the pattern sequence. But, I refuse to quit. I will NOT give up! I'm learning patience, and to not compare myself to others who've been dancing for years.
Not only am I learning something new and mentally stimulating, line dancing helps build my confidence. I feel really good about myself once I've successfully learned a dance!
Another benefit of line dancing is meeting new people. Many have encouraged my to hang in there and give it several months. They taught me to stand in the middle of the group, so each time we turn, I have an experienced dancer to follow. Watch someone's feet. Imitate them. Observe carefully, and do what they do.
A new woman joined the class. She stood in the back row behind me. After a few rotations, I noticed she was watching my feet. "Oh, please don't watch me," I thought. "Please watch someone else. I'm not very good." I wanted to tap her on the shoulder, and direct her attention to a better dancer.
As much as I didn't want her to watch me, the truth is... people are watching me. Some one. Some where. Always.
Whose feet are you watching?
Paul exhorted the Corinthian church, "Imitate me, just as I imitate Christ." (1 Cor. 11:1). The transliterated word "mimetes" means "imitator." Paul modeled Christ in action and speech, and taught others to do the same.
I'm blessed to have God-given mentors- individuals who strive to imitate Christ's perfect example. I'm grateful for their wisdom, love, and encouragement. Gracious women who humbly serve, and reflect God's truth, light, and love to others. Women whose footsteps I can follow.
And, that's good reason to get up and dance!
Whose feet are you watching?
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