My dream, by Mariolina

May was a little girl. She lived in a small country village wher everyone loved her, but deep inside she felt very lonely and sad. That particular mood always followed her, even when she was with her family, her friends or her favourite Teddy Bear.

But one morning, on her way to school, something very important happened to her. For the first time in her life, she heard some lyrics that she would never forget. To the rhythm of that wonderful lyrics, a little boy was singing.

His name was Michael and his voice was so sweet and magic that all of a sudden she was overwhelmed with joy. She felt like she was floating on a cloud and she totally forgot her sadness.

The more she listened to that voice, the more she loved it. She would have done everything just to get to meet that little boy, just to tell him how much he meant to her.

Actually, he rescued her; he had saved her from loneliness and sadness without knowing her. And that was amazing!

Years went by, they both grew up and May never had the chance to meet Michael, but a particular, strong connection seemed to exist between them, to bond them. She always felt as if he was there for her, giving her strength and inspiring her life through his music and his message of love.

Then, a very sad day came.

All of a sudden, May's heart began to ache, feeling weak and tired and she realized that something bad was about to happen.

Overtaken by fear and anxiety, she closed her eyes for a short moment and, when she opened them, Michael was no longer there. She was shocked, filled with despair, pain. She couldn't believe it was true, she couldn't believe he was gone...she stood still for a long time and then she started to cry bitterly. Her heart was so heavy, her face full of tears and, in an attempt to fight despair, she closed her eyes again.

In that very moment, the dream began.

Michael was there smiling at her: that sweet, wonderful smile she knew so well. At first, she didn't know what to do, but shortly after, she took strength and slowly walked towards him. She felt shy, but confident at the same time.

Michael? Is this really you???? - she asked in a low, trembling voice. I've been waiting for this moment all my life now. I just want to say that...that I...I love...

I love you more - he continued slowly, holding her in his arms.

Oh...I just... - she was deeply touched, moved, but went on - I just wanted to tell you that...that I have a dream...

I know your dream - he whispered - because your dream is mine...

Her eyes burst into tears again, but this time she was jubilant as she realized that Michael was there, that he never really left her.

When she woke up the next morning, a huge bag full of love was waiting for her on the floor, next to her bed.

She was so glad and grateful that she decided to share the gift with all the chidren of the Planet, especially the sad and lonely ones.

Calling everyone by name, she gathered them all together and started bestowing warm hugs, lovely kisses and sweet smiles.

A rainbow was in the sky, laughs and cheerful voices were all around and she imagined that world as the world to come.

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