Everyone has a hidden side, the quiet skills and surprising abilities that don’t usually show up in conversations or on social media. For senior Maddie Romans, those talents include snapping with four fingers, twisting her tongue in unusual ways, mastering “the worm,” and even wiggling her finger in ways that leave people a little amazed and maybe a little weirded out.
Most people can only snap with their middle finger. That sharp sound comes from the finger striking the base of the thumb, and the middle finger is the perfect length and strength for the job. But Maddie is different. She can snap with eight fingers, a rare skill only a handful of people can pull off.
While some people can fold their tongue like a taco, Maddie takes it further. She can ripple her tongue in a wave-like motion, a talent that requires coordination, flexibility, and the use of eight separate muscles. Scientists say genetics may play a role, but motor skills and practice also contribute. Either way, Maddie has it down to a science.
And then, of course, there’s the “worm.” This classic breakdance move involves rolling the body in a wave-like motion while moving across the floor. While it may look simple, anyone who’s tried it knows it takes rhythm, timing, and a lot of energy. Maddie makes it look effortless.
Hidden talents like Maddie’s remind us that everyone has a unique set of skills waiting to be discovered. Sometimes all it takes is the right moment to shine.
