The Legacies We Leave

I want to take this Monday to discuss the importance of the legacies that we leave behind, especially as artists. What could be better than the art you have worked so hard to create living on past your years, there for new hearts and minds to so eagerly enjoy? When my time on this earth has come to an end, I hope that my loved ones know they can always find the best of my heart in my words.

 

I wanted to honour someone who made a great impact on not only music, but the world because I don’t want his message to ever be forgotten. Michael Jackson was so much more than an entertainer, and so far from the image painted of him by the media. I didn’t realize the size of the impact he had and the message he worked so hard to spread until his passing three years ago. I was never a fan, yet I cried when I heard the news. I was extremely curious to know more, to discover the truth. I became moved in a way I couldn’t even explain to myself. He made so much great change in the world, and there was still so much left he had to do. I wished I had recognized the true beauty of his heart sooner. I remember those moments when I saw Michael on a TV interview and was touched by his gentle spirit. My instinct told me that he could never harm a soul, that he was pure of heart. It hurts me to see that some journalists think nothing of spreading lies and hurting someone so deeply just to sell a story. I studied journalism because I have a passion for telling the truth and making sure it is heard. If I even reach one person with this blog, I think that’s at least a start to the fulfillment of that mission.

It was Michael Jackson’s mission to spread love and heal the world for ourselves and our children. I believe that even though he has passed this legacy of love lives on. I want to encourage all of you to live for love today. Be kind to everyone you meet, extend your hand to those in need. Is there a charity or non profit organization that you feel passionate about? If you can’t donate money, your time is just as valuable. If you pray, pray for all the children who are suffering and all of those who have enormous burdens to bear right now.  I believe that we all have something of irreplaceable value to contribute to this world. There is no reason why we can’t.  When we come together, there is nothing that cannot be accomplished. For as Michael always said, “It’s all for love... L.O.V.E.”

Thank you Michael, for changing the world with your music and reminding us that nothing is greater than the power of love. You will forever be in our hearts, and your legacy will live on in those who strive to create a world that is filled with more peace and love than fear and hate.