Snowball Reel
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
SNOWBALL REEL (R4x40) 4C Set1- 4 1s turn RH
5- 8 1s+2s dance RH across
9-16 2s+1s+3s circle 6H round and back
17-24 1s+2s+3s+4s advance and retire and dance DoSiDo
25-32 1s slip step down the centre and back
33-40 1s followed by 2s+3s+4s cast to bottom and 1s form arch as 2s+3s+4s dance under arch and up to top
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
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The word "snowball" can mean different things depending on the situation. A primary interpretation refers to a spherical mass of snow, meticulously compacted by hand, often crafted for recreational endeavours such as snowball fights. The creation of a snowball involves the gathering of loose snow and its transformation into a condensed and throwable form, a popular and delightful winter pastime, particularly embraced by children. A small snowball may also be made very big, by rolling it along the ground to pick even more snow, until it is far too heavy to lift.Moreover, the term "snowball" takes on a metaphorical role, describing a process or scenario marked by rapid growth or escalation, akin to a snowball gathering momentum while rolling down a hill. For example, in financial discussions, a snowball effect might illustrate the compounding of interest or profits over time, leading to exponential growth.
This metaphorical usage adds a layer of versatility to the term, extending its applicability beyond the tangible realm of wintry activities.
Giant Snowball Made In South Park, Oxford 2007
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