The Impossible Dance

Introduction

These are just some thoughts on life and everything that we have to deal with. It is going to be very random. Some things may apply to our work on Vocal, and some to just everyday life.

This is my 2,300th Vocal story but is nothing special, though it is just a stopping-off point on my storytelling journey.

I keep thinking that I have finally run out of things to talk about, but as many people tell me, I could talk about nothing forever.

For this story I have included "Let's Go" by The Cars, so come on, let's go.

So Moving On ....

Today we have been hit by high winds in Fenham, this is after a few very summery days with high temperatures.

Every day we leave to realms of Morpheus to face whatever the day throws our way.

Some people tell us what we want to do is impossible, and when that happens to me I just do all I can to prove them wrong. I don't always succeed, but trying is the real success, and if you hit the target that is a big cherry on top.

Getting out of bed, getting showered and then starting on whatever your tasks for the day, is a success.

For some people, things are harder than for others. Sometimes giving up seems easier than doing what you feel you should, but that ultimately can make you feel like a failure, if there is no good reason for giving up.

Admittedly sometimes you have to give up and redirect yourself, but that is fine if you have considered the options. This happens to me a lot, but I don't see it as failing, I see it as finding the right way to deal with the situation.

I am lucky in that I can see the positives in most situations for myself. If something bad happens I learn a lesson and that helps me deal with similar situations if they should reoccur in the future.

Like many people, I find it difficult to accept compliments, but thanks to compliments and support from friends and audience members I now have absolute belief in my abilities. I think that sounds a little big-headed and someone once told me that self-praise is no recommendation, but believing in yourself is allowed if others back that up.

I have been informed of life-threatening situations, and each time the consultant expressed sorrow, but I thanked them and told them they had given me a chance to adjust my life and deal with what had hit me.

The fact that I am still here means that their care and information have worked for me.

It may sound selfish, but I always put myself first, and that means I keep myself in good condition to be there for others. The by-product of this is that I am in reasonably good physical shape so I am not limited in anything I want to do.

Conclusion

Although life at times seems an impossible dance, if we take stock, and don't rush into things, or overthink things, the way through eventually shows itself to us.

Also cultivate friendship, help others when you can and they will reciprocate if they can.

Sometimes it is just words of encouragement, sometimes it is giving advice or imparting knowledge. The Impossible Dance is made easier to take part in when others are there for you and you are there for others.

In some ways Vocal is a microcosm of life, we have failures and successes and I have lots of failures, even though I regard myself as successful.

Thank you so much for reading.

I hope that you have found something worthwhile here.