Knowing oneself and being true to one's self are keys to being human. Respecting the need for others to do likewise is also a key to being human. Knowing oneself well enough to persist in the pursuit of one's dream, despite what others may think, is of the highest order of humanity.
I seldom beg anybody to do anything. But, because I believe so strongly that you will be more self-aware and more conscious of your own need to both be true to yourself and to respect the need of others to do likewise, I beg you to watch this YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lp0IWv8QZY&feature=related.
After you do, please add a comment and contribute to the discussion!

Ron, I just watched your latest U-Tube posting,
and it is the most inspirational thing I have heard in a year. It will carry me for a long time.
Posted by: The Rev'd Suzi Robertson, D.Min | April 15, 2009 at 12:27 PM
Gorgeous voice; a lesson in pre-judgement;
Posted by: karen | April 19, 2009 at 09:34 AM