You are not alone here, friend.
Speaking of dream fulfillment: MAKS AND CHERYL ARE BACK, PEOPLE.
Gleb and Allison are back, too.
Credit: ABC
In short: Were going to feel things, and were going to do it together.
Enough chit-chat, lets dance.
): The great Hough drought is over.
Not only is Julianne back as the fourth judge on the panel, but Derek has returned.
The guy couldnt stay away, and were all the better for it.
Derek will be filling the Ballas-shaped hole in my heart this season.
Most excited about this news, though, is his partner Marilu Henner.
Shes president of the Derek Hough Fan Club.
Whats better: Sharna as a mechanic or Sharna in teal with sparkly red lipstick?
Thats a trick question; theyre both the best.
And James isnt too shabby, either.
Julianne reminds us of another driver who shocked everyone to win mirror ball glory: Helio Castraneves.
Although, Mel B. and Maks shouldve won that season, DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED.
Calvin Johnson Jr. and Lindsay Arnold
Cha Cha, Thats What I Like by Flo Rida feat.
Fitz Lunchmoney
Whoa, whoa, whoa.
Megatron hasnt even started dancing and he already has haters including his sister.
Youd never know it by looking at the guy, though, because all he does is smile.
Seriously, he gives Antonio Brown a run for his money.
Its infectious, and guess what?
Calvin can kinda sortadance.
So there, haters!
His biggest obstacle: Dancing with size 15 feet.
But also, maybe, making Bruno forget the nickname ChaChaTron.
Their Viennese waltz is quite nice, albeit a little awkward at times.
He wanted to do something outside his comfort zone, something that would make his mom proud.
Stop being so lovely, would ya?
What makes this special moment even better is how wonderful Allison and Babyface look together.
Kenny Babyface Edmonds was born to wear a velvet blazer and dance to Big Band.
Just cool it on the heartfelt packages, okay?
Okay, some other things matter, I guess.
As Erin Andrews puts it, Welcome to our world, Amber.
Shell come to love it in time.
Maks and Amber dance a foxtrot that at times feels disjointed, but reveals an inner gracefulness.
Carrie Ann wants Amber to trust herself and Maks a little more.
But, really, have you heard?
So, Jana is hot.
Everyone knows it, and Gleb and Jana use it to their advantage.
Fortunately for Jana and Gleb, Bruno and Carrie Ann are all about that sexy, dark dance.
), wants to use his time onDWTSto prove hes more mature than when people last saw him.
Jenna is his partner.
Now that we have Jenna, it would be a shame to see her go.
So at least he has that going for him.
The judges go gaga over Terra and Sashas jive, and commend her for her energy and sharpness.
This recapper commends Terra for her running man.
More of that, hey!
Ryan Lochte and Cheryl Burke
Foxtrot, Call Me Irresponsible by Michael Buble
Oof, you guys.
Thats what were here for, after all.
(Find more details on the incidenthere.)
Its also a shame because, as the judges note, he has potentialanda top-notch partner.
Let the man dance, people!
Heres hopingDWTSvoters follow Cheryls advice and give the guy a chance.
Laurie and Val, clearly the frontrunners since their pairing was announced, live up to every expectation.
How cute are these two?
As Carrie Ann hilariously points out, shes never seen Val so happy.
The guy is ecstatic, but also feels great responsibility being paired with such a national treasure.
Theres no need to worry, though: They put forth a crisp, energetic routine.
Laurie looks like she was born to do this.
Judges Score: 31/40
Thats anotherDWTSseason opener in the books, friends.
Itll be fun to watch as people separate from the pack.
Until next time, lets talk favorite couples and where you stand on the Ryan Lochte of it all.
Remember kids, were here for the dancing.
