My
Life Passion
by Donna Rose Stewart
I
began singing (in public) when I was 6 years old, and didn't
stop singing until I had graduated from college with a Bachelor
of Music degree in Vocal Performance. I overcame many fears,
obstacles, and blockages; as singing is the only thing I ever
wanted to do. It seems that I came into this world with a knowing
that I was here to sing (no desire for fame or wealth - only
to sing). Singing was my connection and communication with other
people and with God. After graduation and marital troubles,
I found myself diverted from my soul's expression while struggling
to survive. However, in my heart, I knew that I would, someday,
return to singing. All through the years, I have attempted to
do so in varying degrees (I've been teaching voice since 1990.
I've sung in a choir here and there, sung at a few parties and
weddings, etc.), but have yet to "make it back." I
desire to share myself again in this way, but there is so much
fear in the thought of performing (a fear that I've battled
since I was 9 years old, but never before let stop me) that
it is hard for me to envision a way to accomplish it.
Yes
- I have been pretty beaten down by life and am not "getting
any younger." Sometimes, I think I should give it up. Other
times, I think that I already have. But the desire never goes
away, it only recedes into the background - until it springs
forward, once again, in all of its passion and glory. Singing
is the greatest gift that I have to give - how can I allow fear
&/or ego to stand in the way?
I
ask to allow God to sing through me always. Amen.
Copyright
© 2001, 2002, 2004 Donna Rose Stewart
All Rights Reserved
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