You Are Wonderful . . .

The following story captured our heart. It happened several years ago in the Paris
opera house. A famous singer had been contracted to sing, and ticket sales were
booming. In fact, the night of the concert found the house packed and every
ticket sold.

The feeling of anticipation and excitement was in the air as the house manager
took the stage and said, Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for your enthusiastic
support. I am afraid that due to illness, the man whom you've all come to hear will
not be performing tonight. However, we have found a suitable substitute we hope
will provide you with comparable entertainment. The crowd groaned in disappointment
and failed to hear the announcer mention the stand-in's name. The environment turned
from excitement to frustration.

The stand-in performer gave the performance everything he had. When he had finished,
there was nothing but an uncomfortable silence. No one applauded. Suddenly, from the
balcony, a little boy stood up and shouted, Daddy, I think you are wonderful! The crowd
broke into thunderous applause.

We all need people in our Lives who are willing to stand up once in a while and say, I think
you are wonderful.

And at times others are expecting this from you. Are you telling them how wonderful you
are . . .