Today I heard an Elvis Christmas song for the first time this holiday season. I got really excited. I love Christmas and I love Christmas songs and I love Elvis.
I as I was listening to Elvis's version of Silver Bells, I began to think about him and the unique addition he made in the world of music. His beautiful vocal range and sound and his boldness to be different in the world of "a bunch of the same" made him a legend. Plus, he was absolutely adorable. Although he was before my time, I can only remember good things and good feelings when I think of him.
Unfortunately, I know there was another side of this legendary man that eventually took his life at an early age.
But I still see him as a legend.
Maybe, not everyone's contribution to this world is one that looks like Mother Teresa's. Maybe we all are not meant to help the poor, feed the homeless, and help sick children.
I do believe that we all are here not for ourself...but for others...but who is to say that there is only one way to do that. Should our individual contribution to this world be as unique as each one of us are.
Although Elvis's life seemed a little messy at times, he still did something great for people. He brought hope to many through his music and continues to do so. He did make a difference. Maybe our messy lives are meant to be messy...
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