One of Chelsea’s first burning desires happened when she was in kindergarten, when her class went to see a circus. It was at that moment that she knew what she wanted to do with her life.
After the circus she came running up to me blurting, "When I grow up I want to be the circus lady who walks down the stairs on her hands!"
I asked her if she knew how to walk on her hands? Of course she did not know how. I told her she best start practicing. Shyly she asked, "If I start as soon as we get home, do you think I’ll be ready?"
Every chance she had she practiced. I couldn’t believe her determination. She fell often. Never cried, and tried again and again. Two weeks later she walked on her hands.
Twelve years later she has forgotten about walking on her hands. Though I am certain she hears the circus calling….. Come one and all! Explore! Step right up and see the many marvels of the world! Jump in and enjoy!"
I know she is ready for life’s big adventure.
Photo: Chelsea’s self portrait.
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