The Hinchburg Chronicles

Now week 10, the Team Up, Last Man Standing paso doble. James and Calvin chewed up the scenery in a wonderful display of hamming it up for the cameras. I laugh every time I view it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLa55KlVNyM

Oh gosh, it was so much fun watching that again! 

And on week 10 we got this AT. Sharna turned control of the dance completely to James and it was masterful. The choreography, the execution were perfect (in spite of CAI suffering one of her periodic brain farts). 


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5zwCjbD_Ps

Yes that's me! Tune in to WTHR-TV tonight at 11 p.m. to how Becky Dalton and I went from Prom dates, to not seeing each for 12 years to where we are now

Lesallee wrote:And on week 11 we got this AT. Sharna turned control of the dance completely to James and it was masterful. The choreography, the execution were perfect (in spite of CAI suffering one of her periodic brain farts). 


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5zwCjbD_Ps

Despite how iconic their Suicide Squad dance is, this is my favorite dance of James and Sharna.  This was James at his most dashing as a leading man (although their Fusion Dance and Rumba are really close). That perfectly timed handstand was unexpected and such a great way to end their AT.  

Probably the best trio dance I've ever seen on DWTS and I've seen 'em all!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wu_s5lUORs

I'll admit I was initially so dazzled with their AT that I kind of overlooked their trio for awhile.  Loved the way James jumps over his car, and they all looked like they were having so much fun.  It almost could have been a finale freestyle the way it was presented with the set, costumes, and James's very own indycar.


In regards to trio concepts, here is another favorite of mine based on entertainment value.  They were the first ones to go with this idea, and because Leah & Tony & Henry pulled this off so well I don't think there will be any attempts to do this again.  Leah had her emotional ups and downs during her season, but I think she must have had a great time working on this jive with Tony and Henry.


  

The Remption Foxtrot. This was so much fun in spite of the darn skirt tangle. James' natural acting ability was so on display.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8bBy27EKMs

Lesallee wrote:And on week 10 we got this AT. Sharna turned control of the dance completely to James and it was masterful. The choreography, the execution were perfect (in spite of CAI suffering one of her periodic brain farts). 


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5zwCjbD_Ps

That was beyond masterful. Wow!          

James is such a natural dancer and actor, holy carp. Miss those two.

This freestyle ranks right up with all the top freestyles. So powerful.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-2ezzt8aeY

Happy James Day and Happy Birthday mom, I love and miss you so much.

And the last dance of our magical duo, their fusion offering. 




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyOF8VfXG1U

For me that was the loveliest Fusion dance I had seen in a long time.  It was so special because of the connection and friendship they formed during their season.  

Sharna will be at the Indy 500 this Sunday and apparently will also be a part of the pre-race parade. Good luck to you James.  Be careful out there!    

Lesallee, I read that the Canadian series Private Eyes just started their second season, and that James' appearance will be in the first episode. Have you had a chance to see it?

Definitely good luck to James and please be safe.

James was caught up in a multi-car crash towards the end of the race, so unfortunately he didn't finish (I think he placed 22nd), but at least he is okay.  

Man, the crash of pole sitter Scott Dixon that sent his car flying into a fence.  He apparently just missed Helio as Helio was driving by just past him along the fence. Thankfully Dixon actually walked away from that horrific looking crash.

Congrats to Takuma Sato who won this year's Indy 500 in a final battle between him and Helio, who placed 2nd.

Next year James!