Scottish Country Dancing Dictionary

20-20 Vision

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

20-20 VISION (R8x32) 3C (4C set) Andrew Morrison The Nottingham Scottish Association

1- 8 1s cross RH, cast 1 place, cross LH and cast to the left (Lady up, Man down), to end 1L between 2s, 1M between 3s, facing 1st corners
9-12 1s dance ½ reel of 3 across the set with 2s and 3s (1s pass 1st corners RSh to start)
13-16 1s petronella turn into 2nd place opposite sides. All set on the side
17-20 1s dance ½ reel of 3 on the sides with 2s and 3s (1s dance RSh round 2nd corner position to start)
21-24 1s petronella turn to end 1M between 3s (at top) and 1L between 2s (at bottom). All set
25-32 All chase ½ round clockwise, 1s cross, passing RSh and cast to the left to end in 2nd place own sides. 213

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)


Keith Rose's Crib Diagrams


Dance Information

Twenty Twenty Vision, often referred to as 20/20 vision, holds significance as a term associated with visual acuity. In the field of optometry, 20/20 vision denotes the ability to see clearly at a distance of 20 feet, a standard benchmark for normal vision.

The year 2020, often colloquially referred to as "twenty-twenty", marked a globally impactful period. It was the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a health crisis that prompted widespread changes to daily life, work, and social interactions.

Beyond its association with eyesight and the impactful year, the term "Twenty Twenty Vision" is also used metaphorically to express foresight, clarity, and the ability to perceive situations with precision. It continues to be employed in various contexts to convey a clear and focused perspective, both literally and figuratively, in discussions ranging from health to planning and strategy.



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