Nadia: Hi Bridget!
Bridget: Hey Nadia! What’s up?
Nadia: I was wondering if I could borrow some of that “sock glue” you were telling me about.
Bridget: But gymnasts don’t wear socks! What are you going to use it for, better grip on the uneven bars?
Nadia: Uh, YES! That’s exactly why I need it! THE UNEVEN BARS!!
Bridget: No problem! I have some in my bag, just a moment and….
Sounds innocent enough...
But if your non-Irish dancing buddies gave you grief because they thought sock glue was weird, pity your poor gymnast friends.
“It Stays” is the brand name of the magical “goo” that many Irish dancers use and it’s advertised as a “Gentle Roll-on body adhesive… great for dancers who find their sock slipping down during practice or competition.”
Irish dancers call it “Sock Glue” ($8.50 for a two ounce bottle).
Why would your gymnast friend need it?
Here’s a description for “It Stays” from a gymnast’s online store:
“Put an end to those mid-floor routine wedgies - this glue keeps your leotard in place! This glue is a gentle roll-on body adhesive available in a 2oz. bottle. Washes off with soap and water”
Gymnasts call it, “Butt Glue” ($8.50 for a two ounce bottle)
http://store.flyinghighenterprises.com/44.html
Nadia: Hi Bridget! I brought your sock glue back!
Bridget: Uh…that’s OK, you can keep it!
