Nurturing Talent: A Lesson from the Stage

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a story from my youth, a tale that taught me the importance of nurturing. It’s a story about a talent show, a young boy, and a harmonica.

The Talent Show

It was the summer of ’62, and the annual talent show was the talk of the town. I was a young lad, full of dreams and aspirations, and I had a harmonica that was my constant companion. I decided to participate in the talent show, playing a tune on my harmonica.

The Preparation

With the decision made, I practiced day and night, honing my skills. I was determined to give my best performance. But as the day of the talent show approached, I was gripped by fear and self-doubt.

The Lesson

Seeing my distress, my grandfather, a wise and patient man, sat me down. He told me, “Kevin, talent is like a seed. It needs to be nurtured with practice, patience, and perseverance. But most importantly, it needs love. Love what you do, and the fear will fade away.”

His words resonated with me. I realized that I had been so focused on perfecting my performance that I had forgotten to enjoy the music. I had forgotten to nurture my talent with love.

The Performance

On the day of the talent show, I took my grandfather’s advice to heart. I played my harmonica, not with the aim of winning, but with the intention of enjoying the music. The performance was a success, not because I won, but because I had learned to nurture my talent with love.

Conclusion

Friends, nurturing is not just about developing skills or talents. It’s about fostering love and passion for what you do. Whether it’s playing a harmonica, writing a blog, or coding a website, remember to nurture your talent with love.

Until next time, remember to nurture your talents, and they will surely bloom.

Yours,
Kev