Dad, Tony and I are the only ones standing in the way of me pursuing my true passion for dancing. Unlike most boys who enjoy sports like football or boxing, I have a dream and purpose in life – to dance. While you may see me as a disappointment, bringing shame to our family, remember that these thoughts belong to you and Tony alone. Mom and Grandma would support me if she were still alive. It is now up to me to convince both of you to embrace and encourage my love for ballet, which is the most important thing in my life.
As a young and perhaps inferior person compared to both of you, I feel compelled to express something that I have been keeping to myself. Dad, I know that you are a miner, even though you never explicitly told me. However, I am aware that mining is not your true passion and you would prefer doing anything else. Therefore, I implore you not to make your future choices dictate my own fate. Allow me the opportunity to break away from this family tradition. Let me pursue something that I genuinely enjoy, rather than being forced into a path that I may later regret.
Dancing is where I find solace; it is where all the pain and suffering come to an end. It allows me to disconnect from everything else. Dancing is the only time during my day when I feel like I am doing something worthwhile, something that could potentially lead to a better future. If the only reason to discard all of these feelings is because of a lack of financial resources, please be honest with me.
I can assure you that money will not be a problem.
Consider the potential of ballet as a solution to our crisis. By dedicating more time to practicing, I can improve and potentially attract professional opportunities and fame. These thoughts envision a brighter future for all of us. Our lives will be enhanced, imagine being part of the extraordinary Elliot family. Dad, your transformation since mom’s passing has been noticeable. You used to embody the ideal father figure, but now it seems like you are transferring your pain onto me, your youngest son. Mom was an exceptional mother and wife who brought harmony to our household. Unfortunately, we cannot bring her back, but we can strive to rebuild that sense of peace. I am not asking you to change who you are; instead, I request your support as we navigate through this challenging period together.
