I walk in.

Adrenaline, excitement, panic, and love crash into me all at once.

I look up.

Hundreds of lights, thousands of colors, and endless possibilities hang above me.

I look out.

Thousands of chairs, hundreds of rows, and limitless experiences linger at my fingertips.

I look to my left and see a massive glittery sign that reads, “Welcome to Freedom Theater!”

This is where it all begins.

My Theater. My home. My safe haven.

I can't imagine my life with any other backdrop.

 

I dream.

Something bigger than this.

Bigger stage. Brighter lights. Better everything.

I know.

Just one chance, one nod, one opportunity.

I move.

Forward towards a dream I know will change my path – gaining connections, friendships, knowledge.

I imagine.

Months from now achieving the once unachievable

And looking forward to say…

Hello world.