when hopes were high

I know that Susan Boyle is old news. But this video continues to inspire me although it was years ago. 

With my recent feddish with Les Miserables, I rediscovered the talent and shocking story of Susan Boyle.

She appeared to be something. But her talent showed us otherwise.

I think the people in the world who are most misunderstood are those who appear to be different. 

Society doesn't want change.  It wants to blend. Society can't handle differences. 

I love the theme of this year at Calleva. 

Dare to Be Different.

I dare to be exactly who I am. 

I dare stay true to my values. I dare to stand for what I believe. 

And out here, that's daring.

People look at me funny sometimes. I don't say the same words as them. I don't do things on Sundays. I don't watch the same movies as them. 

But that's how I dare to be different. 

I dare to be different in the way I dress and present myself.

I dare to be different in my beliefs.

I dare to be different in the way I view others. 

I dare to be different in the way I act.

Each of us needs to dare to be different. 

I mean, it's never easy to stand apart from the crowd. 

But I think it's worth it.

At least for me.

I believe in myself and my values.

I believe in good things to come.

I believe in a bigger picture.

Therefore, I am different.

Unlike most the people out here, I believe there are consequences to my actions.

I believe in being the best I can be.

I dare to be different.

Do you?