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My status yesterday, wherein I explained how I have been contemplating retirement, generated a LOT of comments. To say it doesnt surprise me is a lie, because it always does. I asked you to inspire me, to give me my reason to carry on, because while I did not know whether or not I wanted to continue performing, I also do not feel ready to quit just yet. Inspire me, you certainly did. You reminded me of many memories I have had that I would never, ever trade for anything in this or any other world. You told me things I did not know I have helped you to do. You asked for the chance to see me perform for the first time, or for one more time. You filled my heart to the brim and beyond. I thank you all for that. You also left me humbled. It is one thing to be a known and very visible figure, a minor celebrity and in some ways a legend, this I am accustomed to. I am used to everyone knowing who I am at an event, even if I do not know them. I am even used to being spotted on the street by people I dont know, who have seen me perform at a festival or event. I long ago left behind the notion of anonymity, because it simply wasnt an option. What I am not accustomed to, however, is hearing that people care. Care for me and about me, caring for my well-being, my happiness and my passions. Caring to tell me what, even on the smallest measure, I have done for them, inspired within them. I am not accustomed to hearing how I will be missed, or that those who havent been able to see me onstage yet would feel regret for not having gotten to do so. I am just not used to people caring. It is a humbling experience, and I thank you all for that as well. So yes, I will continue to perform, thanks to you. All of you. I may take a night off here and there, maybe even a whole event now and again. But I will continue to burn as bright as I can for as long as I can, because you have shown me how much I have left to show you. Thank you all, and may I someday find words sufficient to express my gratitude for all of you.
Posted on: Fri, 23 May 2014 23:46:08 +0000

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