Fall is officially in the air, and I LOVE IT! The crisp air, the changing colors, and of course everything pumpkin makes this season one of my favorites!
Hope you are all doing well!
I haven't had much time to sit down and write, and finally, after nearly a month of craziness, I found a few blissful moments of reprieve.
I had drafted a post, tried to save it, and somehow it magically (much to my frustration), disappeared into the world of cyberspace. So, I am now attempting to recreate my original post.
We have ALL, some to our entertainment and for others, annoyance, seen the posts, blogs, videos, and magazine articles about Miley Cyrus and her "performance" at the VMA's and the various responses she procured after it went live. I don't typically pay any attention to Hollywood, but something about this struck a cord deep within my soul. It absolutely kills me to see such a beautifully, talented young woman degrade herself in such a manner-and for what? A few minutes of fame and notoriety? I hope she has figured out by now it wasn't worth it...I sincerely hope!
I imagined on numerous occasions what I would say to her 1. if she were my daughter and 2. if she were a friend of mine. Since I am not yet a mother, I went for the friend approach. I imagined what I would want a truly concerned friend to say to me if I were ever to make such a fool of myself.
Here's what I drafted.
My Dearest Miley,
By now, you've probably seen your face plastered on every rag cover and see the various posts and blogs written about your performance at the VMA's. Personally, I am tired of seeing and hearing about it. I have grown weary of seeing you with your tongue hanging out of your mouth and your backside up against another artist's groin. I can honestly say, I hope you're tired of seeing it too.
And! I want to ask you one simple question. Was it worth it?
I can't imagine how you must feel, and I don't even pretend to understand. I do want you to know, however, that my heat breaks for you. That's right, I hurt for you Miley! I don't see a young woman who is happy with the decisions she's made in the past year. You know what I see? I see someone who is desperately crying out for help and is seeking attention in ALL the wrong places.
Sad thing about it, is that I know you know better. Not too many years ago, you were very public about your desire to always remain a strong role model for young women, to break the mold of the typical Hollywood lifestyle, and your unbreakable faith in Jesus Christ. What happened to that young woman who had everything going for her? Your fans loved you back then Miley, because you stood for what you believed in...you were DIFFERENT in all the right ways! Believe it or not, I am pretty sure Hollywood admired you for your strength and determination-even if they weren't always up front in sharing such a sentiment.
You know what they think of you now? Look at Miley trying so hard to fit in with the big kids! We all know she's still a good girl at heart, and she doesn't do the bad thing very well. In fact, it's not so attractive on someone who has to go to such lengths to break the "good girl" mold.
You were created perfectly and beautifully in your mother's womb by your loving Creator.
You know what they think of you now? Look at Miley trying so hard to fit in with the big kids! We all know she's still a good girl at heart, and she doesn't do the bad thing very well. In fact, it's not so attractive on someone who has to go to such lengths to break the "good girl" mold.
At least, that's what I am thinking, and I am certain a good number of others think it too.
I don't judge you Miley, unlike most the the world, but I do fear for you. Consider this. What will you tell a little girl who grew up watching you as Hanna Montana on the Disney Channel? What if she wants to be just like who you are now? Will you tell her to "go for it; express yourself." Or will you tell her "don't make the same mistakes I have; it's not worth it." And! I imagine you want to marry and have kids someday in the future. Are you be proud of how you acted if your future husband watched your performance? When you have a daughter of your own, are you going to be proud that she can see Mommy dancing like a stripper in front of the entire world? What will you say to her? Will you want her to be "just like Mommy?"
I can imagine it is hard growing up in the world of drugs, sex, and alcohol. I can't imagine the pressures to fit in and stay on top of your game. I almost wish you didn't have to go through it. But! You were given such a gift! That's right..a GIFT. You are a talented actress, and you have a beautiful voice! Don't squander that on people who couldn't care less about you. You are simply the butt of everyone's jokes. Hollywood doesn't care about you. They don't really even know you. The real "you" that dwells deep inside your soul. The "you" created by your Heavenly Father. He loves you Miley, even though you act like He doesn't exist. You've been given a gift, in the ability to stand out and against the norm of the business in which you participate. You, my dear, can make a difference for the better! The eternal better of those with whom you come in contact.
I know it's never too late to make a change. I know you want to fix this mess you've gotten yourself into. Seek God again Miley. He knows your deepest fears and hurts. He holds each tear you cry in the palm of His hand! He hurts when you hurt, and is joyful when you're joyful.
I pray that God continues to richly bless you! May you find joy, peace, and happiness in whatever you do. But remember! This world is temporary, but the Love of God is FOREVER!
Love,
Tanya
Somehow I imagine the answer would be a resounding NO!
I can imagine it is hard growing up in the world of drugs, sex, and alcohol. I can't imagine the pressures to fit in and stay on top of your game. I almost wish you didn't have to go through it. But! You were given such a gift! That's right..a GIFT. You are a talented actress, and you have a beautiful voice! Don't squander that on people who couldn't care less about you. You are simply the butt of everyone's jokes. Hollywood doesn't care about you. They don't really even know you. The real "you" that dwells deep inside your soul. The "you" created by your Heavenly Father. He loves you Miley, even though you act like He doesn't exist. You've been given a gift, in the ability to stand out and against the norm of the business in which you participate. You, my dear, can make a difference for the better! The eternal better of those with whom you come in contact.
I know it's never too late to make a change. I know you want to fix this mess you've gotten yourself into. Seek God again Miley. He knows your deepest fears and hurts. He holds each tear you cry in the palm of His hand! He hurts when you hurt, and is joyful when you're joyful.
I pray that God continues to richly bless you! May you find joy, peace, and happiness in whatever you do. But remember! This world is temporary, but the Love of God is FOREVER!
Love,
Tanya
