The following story captured our heart. It happened several years ago in the
Paris opera house. A famous singer had been contracted to sing, and ticket
sales were booming. In fact, the night of the concert found the house packed
and every ticket sold.
The feeling of anticipation and excitement was in the air as the house manager
took the stage and said, Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for your enthusiastic
support. I am afraid that due to illness, the man whom you've all come to hear
will not be performing tonight. However, we have found a suitable substitute we
hope will provide you with comparable entertainment. The crowd groaned in
disappointment and failed to hear the announcer mention the stand-in's name.
The environment turned from excitement to frustration.
The stand-in performer gave the performance everything he had. When he had
finished, there was nothing but an uncomfortable silence. No one applauded.
Suddenly, from the balcony, a little boy stood up and shouted, Daddy, I think
you are wonderful! The crowd broke into thunderous applause.
We all need people in our Lives who are willing to stand up once in a while and
say, I think you are wonderful.
And at times others are expecting this from you. Are you telling them how
wonderful you are?
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