Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Susan Boyle--Dreaming the Dream

Yesterday, I worked my way through the blogs I usually read, never expecting the blessing I found on Amarinda Jones blog. She posted a link and very brief note. Curious, I clicked on the link and found myself confronting and considering the dreams all of us hold in our hearts. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lp0IWv8QZY

If you haven't watched this short video, I urge you to do so... from the very first word, to the last frame.

There is a lesson in the video, other than the obvious ones. Ms. Boyle is everywoman. We sit in our homes dreaming dreams, never expecting to make them come true. We put them off for many foolish reasons. We're too young. We're too old. We're too fat. We might look silly. We're afraid.

I admire her so much because she leaped out there and seized her dream. Too often, we fail to seize the dream. I almost passed my own dream by. And then at fifty-seven years old, my dream came true.

But it takes great courage to seize that dream in a public forum. It takes immeasurable fortitude to step out on a stage and listen to people laugh at you. Yet with incredible graciousness, Susan Boyle stepped out, opened her mouth and sang her heart out. It's my earnest prayer that all her dreams come true.

anny

11 comments:

  1. I think Susan is fantastic and she is my new hero

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  2. I rarely watch videos because my internet connection is slow, but that was worth it just to see Simon smile and see how gobsmacked all the judges were when she opened her mouth!

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  3. This was a great video -- I loved the bemused look on SC's face. I never watch 'Idol' but have heard enough about him to know he was truly amazed. Good for her!

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  4. As she said, "bloody fantastic!'
    What an inspiration!

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  5. Yup. I heard this yesterday and I was amazed and thrilled for her. Inspiring, uplifting post - thanks Anny!

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  6. Wow...just...wow! Good for her!
    Teri

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  7. Oh, yeah, Anny! I downloaded this one, too! I almost burst my seams when I saw all the looks on the judges faces...especially the jerk! I just shouted with joy!

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  8. I just loved this video. Courageous and feisty. You have to admire one who reaches for her dreams despite the odds.

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  9. The DJ on the radio mentioned this video this morning so I sought it out. Absolutely amazing. Susan has an amazing voice. I found myself wondering why the world didn't know about this talent. Very brave of her to reach for her dreams.

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  10. I seen this video the other day, but it still amazes me everytime I watch it. She's just incredible. Truly talented. And such a touching story surrounding it.

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