What an amazing day! It has been without doubt a day to remember, if only for its feel good factor.
The Royal Wedding captivated audiences from around the world, sending good vibrations throughout all those who tuned into the much heralded event. I, for one, was riveted to the TV as Wills and Kate made their vows to each other. The pomp and pageantry of the ceremony certainly stirred the emotions. It was a great spectacle, even for those who are cynical about the role of the Royals in today’s society.
I felt good and so did millions of others when the Royal Couple exuded genuine warmth and affection as they waved to the crowds who had lined the streets of London to watch the ceremony. And that warmth and affection was reciprocated when Wills and Kate appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to wave to the 500,000 well wishers who had gathered to cheer and see the iconic ‘kiss’ between the newlywed Royals. Amazing stuff!
But when I thought the day couldn’t get any better, I got an email from a writing colleague in South Africa. She had sent me a video link from YouTube.
The link was to the performance of Edward Reid, a Scottish drama teacher, during an audition for Britain’s Got Talent. And what a performance it was too. Edward gave a very unusual rendition of some well known nursery rhymes accompanied by an instrumental of Leona Lewis’ ‘Run’. It was simply brilliant! Way to go Edward!
I guess today was one of those rare inspirational days when hope was restored to a world beset by crisis and conflict. If today taught me anything, it was never to lose faith in mankind’s indomitable spirit and ability to reach for the stars.
Big or small, young or old, royal or commoner, we owe it to ourselves and others to radiate a sense of positivity in all that we do. Being positive certainly makes the world a more bearable place in which to live.
Checkout Edward’s Audition:
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