LISTENING TO MICHAEL JACKSON

How do you write about someone that you really do not know? It may be difficult.
In thinking about Michael Jackson, his sudden death and most importantly now...
his three beautiful children he leaves behind...I came across a song he recorded, which I had never heard before.

The song is entitled "Childhood" and is from the movie FREE WILLY. Listening to the words, I was struck because...it really sounded like Michael Jackson trying to explain himself to us, what he is like and all about. The lyrics say, "Have you seen my childhood? Before you judge me, try to love me"...

As you read these words that I write, I have this beautiful song playing in the background.

This song sounds so sad...a boy, a man trying to capture their childhood...with such a sweet and innocent voice. Is this a real example of ART IMITATING LIFE? Perhaps the critics and some of us judged him incorrectly. Until we walk in one's shoes...it is hard to comprehend what is going on in one's own mind. We make judgments based on their actions...but what if their actions are just a circumstance of their growing up and environment?

I keep thinking how horrible it must have been to be accused of child molestation, if you were really innocent? If by your inappropriate actions, for example, hanging out with 12 or 13 year old boys...and them being "your" friend...was misconstrued...

Michael Jackson was a unique individual with superb and extraordinary talent...his demeanor was so soft spoken and in listening to interviews of him speak...the words "God Bless You", seem to ring out...

Perhaps we will never know all the details of his life...and that is fair. Although he is and was a public figure...each of us, should be entitled to some privacy. Just because we live a public life...should not mean, one does not have private moments...
which are entitled to remain private.

I always liked Michael Jackson and during his trial...I was not sure what to think, guilt or innocence. I think looking at his appearance, although unique and different...caused many of us to prejudge him. I believe overall he had a heart of gold and cared about people intensely... I pray and ask God now to take care of his three beautiful children here on earth. Comfort his family and friends...and may God give Michael Jackson...all he ever needed...in Heaven. May he never have to search for more...

Rest in peace... and then light up Heaven with your dancing and singing! In Heaven, you will be embraced, loved and not judged. Put on a few concerts up there, if you wish...but save one for me...if you don't mind, for when I arrive.

Love you...