" This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine..." I used to hum this song almost everyday for a season. This classic gospel song was featured by The Steeles in the Soundtrack to one of my favorite movies Corrina Corrina starring Whoopi Goldberg. Its been a few years since I've seen the movie but the chorus from that particular song finds its way back to me once in awhile. Last night, as I watched the media pay tribute to Michael Jackson I realized that this man had truly let his light shine on the world in the brightest way he could. Michael Jackson, for many of us had been an icon and then through the years had slowly drifted away into the background and was even made the pun of many jokes. I actually had no idea he was releasing a tour in Europe until the media was covering his death. Watching the pictures from his life on the screen there was no doubt in my mind that this man had a light, had a passion, and was determined to let it shine. While he was growing up his talent cast him into a world of child stardom he was unprepared for. Many famous parents today have learned the damaging affects of world fame upon children and wisely teach these children to pursue their dreams while still remaining humble and grounded. Michael Jackson was without a doubt an amazing entertainer. I remember as a small child in the early eighties having a Michael Jackson Barbie doll complete with glove and red leather jacket. We rocked to his music on our record players and were scared to daylights when Thriller was featured for the first time on MTV. Micheal Jackson was introduced to the entertainment industry at a young age but unlike many people, he thrived in the position he was in. It was reported that just days before his death he rehearsed for hours,those that watched him were convinced that it was his best performance yet. It said he was a perfectionist and it showed. Last week I had the privilege of attending a church service where the subject of "gifts" was part of the message. In the recent years I've come to believe strongly that God gives us each unique talents. The message I heard last Sunday truly sank in when Michael Jackson's life was highlighted by images before my eyes in a one hour television special. This man had passion and if you fall under the category of not knowing what your passion is, I believe that you're not seeking hard enough. While that statement is blunt I'll explain the reason why. We are very limited on this time on earth and while you many not achieve the global status that Michael Jackson did, the time that you are alive on this earth is extremely valuable. Many people don't enjoy what they do. The wake up in the morning, drive to work, do their job, drive home, watch television, chat with their family and go to sleep, only to find themselves in the same routine for the next five, ten, twenty yes, even thirty years. I've met many people like this. A wasted life, a wasted soul. The only thing that sets you apart from people like Michael Jackson and Mother Theresa is passion. If this sounds like too much work I assure you that once you discover your gift, nurturing it will not be as bad as you think. I once read a book on a woman that adopted an entire kindergarten class from an underprivileged neighborhood in California and sent nearly the entire class to college, paid for! This woman was not rich, but she was creative and she began a non-profit organization for these children because no one believed in them but her. She was their light because she believed in the power of education. Michael Jackson did only one thing, create music. He loved music and whether his audience was one person or thousands, seeing him on stage you could easily tell that his drive came from wanting to do his best not from the size of the crowd. This blog is an encouragement to all of you to let your light shine. The song says, " this little light of mine..." and as I hum the rest of the verse I am absolutely sure that you have a light within you. It would be a shame to let it go to waste.
You can find me on Facebook under "MassageMe" and comment on this blog or simply leave your comments here. I welcome them and would love to know how you're letting your light shine.
I would also like to introduce my friend Ivan Corraliza's blog. This is a man gifted with many talents but his ability to write is very impressive. He truly lets his light shine!
I urge to visit his site at http://heartendev.blogspot.com/
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