I understand the (E)meralds of this world only too well...too well. It hits me solidly in the chest. Hats off to you, Odette Q. I've heard you countless times growing up and its only now that I can feel for you. I'm really really really sorry.
Now is the time to make things happen, to make all our dreams a reality. All this time, it just dawned on me that I'm moving in the wrong direction. We all have only one life to live. Opportunities come to those who seek it. I intend to persevere until I realize it...and enjoy the consequences it will bring.
I will do it for myself and Anton.