The Significant Paul Potts

"By day, I sell mobile phones. My dream is to spend my life doing what I feel that I was born to do."

-Paul Potts

It's been awhile since I've posted something worthwhile on this website. Today I'm here because there's a story that I feel needs to be told.

Like many Americans, my first exposure to it came from YouTube. But this one is different from other items presented on that website. It's not just about a song or a video. It is those, yes, but it also tells a very touching story--a Cinderella one, of sorts. Maybe you've already heard this man's story, but if not, I think you should.

Paul Potts was a cell phone salesman from South Wales. He had a low self-esteem and no confidence. His physical appearance was unimpressive--his clothes were shabby, teeth were chipped, hair was sloppy. And he was deep in debt.

With the support of his wife, Julie, this man tried out for a talent contest on a British t.v. show. One of the judges asked, "What are you here for today, Paul?" His reply, "To sing opera."

Opera? The judges later said they didn't expect much from him. In an interview one of the judges, Simon Cowell, said his thoughts at that time were, "Oh God, here we go again!"

But they gave him a chance and let him audition. And when Paul started to sing, everyone in the audience listened in astonishment! This guy had extraordinary talent--an amazing, powerful voice! People didn't just hear the music of Paul Potts, they felt it; and it brought tears to their eyes.

Not surprisingly, Paul was accepted into the competition, which, of course, he went on to win. That was just a few months ago! Since that time he has become famous world-wide, performing in front of large audiences, appearing on U.S. talk shows, and...producing a CD, "One Chance", which has so far sold at the number one spot in 12 countries!

This new Paul Potts has had his teeth repaired, dresses nicely, no longer works at Carphone Warehouse, and perhaps most importantly, feels good about who he is.

"All my life I've felt insignificant. After that first audition, I realised I am somebody. I'm Paul Potts."

-Paul Potts

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NESSUM DORMA

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TIME TO SAY GOODBYE

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NESSUM DORMA

"I'm just so grateful that I'm able to gain a bit of confidence. Um, I should have more faith in myself, and I'm working on that, and it's really shown me the way. Hopefully, it's a start."

-Paul Potts

If You Ask Me...

...I'd say, "I dunno!"

Because that's the mood I'm in right now. Maybe it's just too early in the morning for me. but I don't know what to write. I have nothing to say at this time.

But be forewarned, there will come a time when I'll have so much to say, I won't stop! There are those issues that I tend to get passionate about. At this moment, the only thing I'm passionate about is hitting that big bowl of leftover Halloween candy.

So if you'll excuse me, I hear someone calling me. It's the sound of...chocolate! Yup, I recognize those familiar voices: Kit Kats, Raisinets, M&M's, Nestle Crunch Bars and, my favorite, malted milk Whoppers! But then, of course I recognize them--I picked them!