My husband and I saw a shining example of right speech last night at a concert we attended. The hall was barely a quarter full, and we were feeling embarrassed and uncomfortable. When the violinist, who is quite famous, came out he played the first piece then spoke to us in a humorous, warm way about the "intimacy" of the venue and put us all at ease. He was poised and confident, and proceeded to reward us with a full concert of virtuousity and dynamism, with an encore of Brahms at the end. We expressed our pleasure with standing ovations and complete attention and engagement.
His graciousness was contagious and I'll long remember this event with gratitude. We often have expectations that are not met, but being fluid and willing to adjust are gifts that make the actual moment special on its own, stripped of hopes and scenarios spun in our heads. I was surprised, too, by the near empty hall, but what an evening it turned out to be!
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