Ever since I was little, my biggest fan encouraged me to follow my dreams. I remember her from the first moments that my mind was able to recall and still to this day she is there to talk or keep me sane when the kids push us a little closer towards insanity.
Music has always been my reprieve...a part of my life that I can turn to when everything else has gone awry. Like my life, I would not have had this had it not been for my biggest fan. She encouraged me to do things that most people would have thought nuts at the time and was willing to invest time in long drives, long waits and high anxiety for me to understand and appreciate what and who I am.
It’s not easy being a fan. There are times when your admired star doesn't feel it necessary to give you the time of day and there are times when you show up only to have your star cancel your anticipated event and you go home a little dejected and wondering why. Being a parent is a little the same. You invest your hopes and dreams into a child hoping you pave the road enough for them to drive it by themselves, to enjoy it for themselves and to appreciate the talents and gifts they have been given.
My biggest fan has always been there…from church pews, to concert halls to solo events…the list goes on and on. I always chided her that she got more nervous than I did when I performed and I guess that is due in part to the investment she has made. On this beautiful day, I celebrate my biggest fan as November 9th is her birthday and a time to celebrate someone who has given me so much.
I love you mom and happy birthday.
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I posted earlier but I must have forgotten to push the login key. That was so sweet!! I can't believe you like to write so much, and you do such a great job. Course, how could anyone complain when you write such a nice note. Thanks, and love you, Erm.
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