I remember vividly, more than most memories, the first time my nephew taught me how to celebrate life. I was sitting on my sister’s stone steps, cradling a new born Michael, on a windy warm summer night. There was a full moon that illuminated my nephew’s adorable face. I stared into his deep sea blue eyes as he grasped each of his tiny fingers, around one of mine. In that moment, I felt my hardened heart, swell serenely with love. The spectrum of human emotions, encompassed me as my new nephew, made me realize that it is okay to feel. It was like my heart, his heart, and the heart of something grander were all beating synchronously together. Without saying a single word, Michael taught me how to really celebrate life. Thank you!
I believe that my nephew’s purpose, is to teach others how to celebrate life; and he has been doing that very thing the whole 16 years of his existence in so many ways. I am writing this blog to celebrate my nephew, and with him, for getting his first leading role as the man in the chair in the play, The Drowsy Chaperone. I know that this is his first leading role, because he is destined to lead in others, no matter what direction he chooses to take in life, whether that be theater or otherwise. However, his many talents perfectly translate into captivating performances, both on and off the stage. Same as when he was a newborn, a simple gaze from Michael can be uplifting in a transformative manner. This is true when he is being serious or silly. He sets examples of how to be selfless through entertainment. He has a tenor-toned singing voice. He sings so that it stings in a good way. He plays the drums- the sounds, the rhythm, the beats, the sonar movement are his- Michael’s music. Michael can act. He can make you laugh through his theatrical performances and absurd antics. I bet if he was in a drama, he would make you cry and release. It only takes a gaze from him. I imagine Michael going to Cleveland State University, performing in Playhouse Square, and taking acting classes on Coventry Road. I believe in him so much and I do want to watch his skills grow and develop him into an impactful person. I know if the world gave him a forum, he would teach everyone how to celebrate life, by inspiring people to want to feel. However, this is his life for the choosing, and I know that choice needs to resonate with him. Whatever he decides to do, he will be playing the leading role. I love you Michael! Congratulation on your FIRST leading role! Love, Zia
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