Inspired by Talent

Last night I went with some friends to La Habana, a cool Cuban-themed bar in District 1. On weekends there's a live band playing rock 'n roll favorites.  Suddenly, the main singer's gravelly bass was replaced by a woman's smoky voice singing "You Give me Fever."  "Whoa, who's that?" I wondered. I looked over and it was Phuong Vy, of the girls in our group (pictured at right).  

I was riveted utterly by Phuong Vy's performance.  Not only did her voice vibrate with clarity and richness, but it was alive with trembling emotion.  Her pitch was perfect.  Her facial expressions and gestures radiated pure passion and joy like a brilliant searchlight piercing the darkness.  Rarely have I witnessed a live demonstration of such pure talent.  Later I found out she won the first season of "Vietnam Idol."  Wow.

Seeing Phuong Vy doing what she loves and doing it so beautifully lifted my heart.  It inspired me to be the best I can be at what I do.  Some of the truest joy comes from expression of great passion and excellence.