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What is an event that altered you in some way? (piefed.social)

submitted 3 months ago by cashmaggot@piefed.social to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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For better or worse. Small scale or large. Personal or shared. What is an event you've experienced that changed the way you act, live, feel, etc. It could be short-term or long. Share what you feel comfortable with. Triumphs and tragedies alike.

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[–] Strocker89@beehaw.org 14 points 3 months ago (2 children)

When I was 15, I told a girl that she should audition for the elite choir at our school (she was very talented). She said she would audition if I would audition (I had no vocal talent) but I auditioned and being one of the only males I got in. I fell in love with singing, worked my ass off, went to college on a vocal scholarship and now 20 years later I am the vocal coach for the largest theatre in our state. That little moment, which she probably doesn't even remember, changed my entire life trajectory.

[–] cashmaggot@piefed.social 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

That's beautiful, and to get paid for your passion. Tha'ts the cherry on top. I was going to ask if you ever reconnected, but I guess not. You know, the world's pretty cuckoo nowadays, it's always nice to drop a line to someone who helped you along the way if you've got the time. Kudos either way!

[–] Strocker89@beehaw.org 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

We are still FB friends and have talked a few times over the years, but you're right, I should tell her!

[–] cashmaggot@piefed.social 1 points 3 months ago

Awseome =)!

I think at the least, you'll put some positive vibes into the universe. Which is always good! GL, and stay sinigng =)

[–] Dymonika@beehaw.org 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Awesome! I wonder where she is now!

[–] Strocker89@beehaw.org 1 points 3 months ago

She is married with 3 kids and seemingly very happy with where she is in life!