The Beauty of the Human Spirit
Monday, August 16th, 2010
I came across this video, which is a great reminder that when we think we’ve got it soooooo bad (me every Monday morning, by the way) – someone’s got it worse than us. This young man lost his arms in a tragic childhood accident and now he is playing the piano with his FEET for China’s Got Talent judges. Rather than letting his lack of arms define who he is – he’s decided to focus on a passion and run with it. We all have it in us. And sometimes we just need to be reminded. So I’m reminding you right now. You got it going on sistah (or brotha). Pull up your boot straps, dust ya shoulders off… do whatever you need to do to get off your bum and start doing something. Anything! Learn a new hobby, help someone out, put in a little extra quality time at work, get some fresh air and go pick some blackberries by the side of the road (but remember to pick high to avoid dog pee), pick up the phone and tell your dad you love him, pick someone else up who is feeling down… It’s all relative, I know… we’re going to have our down days, our funky days, and there’s nothing wrong with that. But all I’m saying is if you need a little pick me up – think of this pianist playing beautifully with his FEET!
And if my little rant above didn’t warm your heart – then maybe this little girl will:
