Many of you have probably heard by now the story about homeless man, Ted Williams, who has come to sudden fame because of his amazing and unexpected talent. While standing at an intersection panhandling, he captivated motorists with his unique and classic resonant radio voice. As people stopped to give him cash, he treated them to the sound of a voice that made the words “Thank you” sing. Most were pleasantly taken aback by his incredible voice. How could that voice come out of a man who looked so disheveled and unkempt?
When interviewed, Mr. Williams related his story of how he had lost everything—home, family, radio career to years of drug and alcohol abuse, not to mention various scrapes with the law over crimes committed to support his drug habit. He marveled that through all that, his voice had not suffered from the ravages of his addiction. He said it was God who had spared his voice in spite of the acid he poured down his throat and that getting a second chance was a dream and a prayer.
Why am I writing about this man? Because his life can serve as an example of how life can change on a dime for someone who stays positive and uses the gifts that they have been blessed with.
Have you suffered the loss of your job, home or family as a result of choices you have made? If the answer is yes, take heart as your story is not finished. You too have a gift to offer the world? Can you sing, lead, coach, serve, love, or speak in a way that will inspire? Then get up and move. Don’t let circumstances stand in the way of you making a positive impact in the lives of others. If your misfortune has you feeling down, I dare you to get up and be the person you were designed to be!
America is the land of second chances and we love to root for the underdog. Let’s pray that he stays on the right track and when his life is over he can be celebrated and remembered as The Incredible Mr. Williams.
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