Dream a Dream

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Admit it, probably the entire world thought the same thing watching 47 year old Susan walk boldly on stage in front of the cheerful audience and dangerous judges of "Britain's Got Talent." I was watching the show on TV, and also expected a bit of a laugh after being introduced to the singer. It was sad, though, to see everyone laugh, chuckle, and roll their eyes while Susan opened up her act with a few almost witty lines. She was smiling and gleaming, though, and as she said, she was ready to ROCK THAT AUDIENCE!

And then, in a matter of seconds, everyone went silent and the only sound in the room was the ever so mesmerizing voice coming from a most unlikely source, everyone could agree. Silence and awe. Awe beyond any awe seen on that show. A genuine appreciation for this woman's gift; also a shameful silence, for everyone felt equally stupid for thinking Susan would be just a "big, unattractive joke". That inevitably brings up questions about the degree to which we allow prejudice to govern our actions; how people are so critical and judgemental - all based on appearances...

But then this story is beautiful... It is a story of hope, of dreams coming true, and of beauty in unlikely places. It's a positive story, and certainly a motivation for everyone to pursue their dreams. Or, as Susan advised aspiring singers, "Just go fer it!"

Last, but definitely not least, this story shows that music is the most beautiful thing in the world and it always makes the people come together!!! :))