She's got to love nobody

I determinedly hoisted myself out from the pool of fear my mind and thoughts were encouraging me to swim in.  The temptation of backing out of the Talentime show at the last minute almost managed to dominate whatever confidence I had left as everything seemed to be going haywire. There was only one mic that was available for us to use and as for the instrumental version of the song we were doing, we decided not to go through with it. My sister and I sounded far better just by using our vocals alone in the performance. The audiences who filled up almost every vacant area of space in the school hall were being very attentive to the performances that were going on.

With only so much confidence and fearlessness left on my sleeve, I walked up on stage with my sister when the Chairperson announced that it was our turn. My sister became the only option for me to do a duet with because everyone else bailed and god bless her soul, she pulled through for me. We sang the Glee's version of Pokerface.

Just by an unintentional glance, I could see just how thirsty the audience was for a good performance. Their hunger-filled eyes stirred a little discomfort in my stomach as they looked as if they were gonna feast on us by any chance they get. So, I tried my best to keep my eyes off them and concentrated on singing the song in perfection. It helped tremendously. I found myself being composed and not shaking in neurotic fear.

3.39 minutes passed and the song came to an end. Joyful that it's over, I bowed to the audience and skipped off the stage. The applause my sister and I received was very approving and by the expressions I saw on most of the teachers' faces, I knew they were pleased. Now all I need to look forward to is the time they announce the winners. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

I wish upon shooting stars and dream of singing in front of a large crowd, even if it was for one time when in truth, I get stage fright. It's probably the only barrier that is standing between me and performing. Since I can't live in fear for the rest of my life, it's time I crawl out of my shell and shine the way I wish to do so.