The boy with the best heart!

After 15 months of effort, Hans didn't make it at the CW auditions. It was a disheartening result to say the least. I did not cry in front of my boy, but I did have a good cry...and in the middle of it, my friend H from half way across the world called to tell me not to cry! It made me realize how many people in my life were routing for Hans and me. The outpouring of love and support was unbelievable.

Amidst it all, my positive side kicked in. 

Yes, the boy didn't get in. So what?! It is not the end of the world. In the last 15 months, he learnt to play the piano, sing and dance. He had classes through one summer and two winter breaks. He complained a bit, but kept going and did not give up. I can only be proud of him. He is only 8 years old.

5 kids from his school auditioned. Hans and another boy K were in group 1 and auditioned at the beginning of February. The other 3 were in group 2 and auditioned later in February. Hans shared every bit of his audition details with the other 3. He was totally selfless and said that he wanted to help his friends get in. The other 3 kids made it; Hans and K did not!

I felt bad for my boy who showed such generosity of spirit at such a young age. I was upset that a school such as the CW would have the exact same audition for 2 groups of kids 3 weeks apart. Where is the creativity and originality? Maybe I have a case of sour grapes?! That's OK. I don't care at this point in time.

So, to cheer up my little guy, I offered to take him to the LEGO store and buy $200 worth of merchandise. 

His response: Can I give half to K?

I wanted to cry again, but I didn't. I told my boy that he has a priceless heart. He did not understand what I meant. But I hope he keeps his heart that way. He has the best heart I know and I am so glad that he is a part of my heart.

It is really a sad day for the CW to have lost a boy with heart. As they say, someone's loss is someone else's gain. Hans is on his way. He has a remarkable spirit and he is going to leave his mark on this world.

If I am sure of one thing, I am sure of this!

Hello World! Here comes Hans!

Note: All of the above happened yesterday and this morning, Hans was up at 5:45 am for his 7 am hockey game. As I sit in front of my desktop, all I can do is sing…He gets knocked down and he is up again; no one can keep him down…Thank you Chumbawamba for “Tubthumping”; it sure keeps me going!