Whatever It Takes

Watching the video of a 15-year-old girl from Texas doing whatever it takes to live her dreams, I must admit, was quite moving to see. She moved miles away from her family to study at the Bolshoi Academy in Moscow, not knowing anyone or even the language. On the day of her big performance, she continued on even though her foot was in great pain. Well, I can go on, but you can see all of it in the video.

There are many challenges that make it difficult for her to accomplish her dream, but it’s clear that nothing will stop her. She has the determination, perseverance and willingness to do whatever it takes.

One of the great things about having a dream is it’s never easy, but that just makes the journey more meaningful. I remember being like that—young, hopeful and full of dreams. Sometimes I wonder what happened? Where did all that ambition go? Was it naivete or does realism come with age? Or perhaps I’ve changed?

I don’t know… but one thing’s for sure, I’m getting older.