Blinded at twevle!

Recently, I took Elizabeth for a one night get-a-way to Charlotte, NC. Despite the drive is only one hour away from home, we stayed at the Westin on College Blvd. After enjoying an incredible culinary experience at The Palm, we took an Uber to the Spectrum Center for the main event of our romantic weekend.


Andre Bocelli was in concert. Whether you’re into his music or not (which we are), you've got to love his story. Born in 1958 in Lajatico, Tuscany Italy, he learned to play the piano, flute and saxaphone when he was young. At birth, he was visually imparied and by age 12, he became completely blind following a soccer injury.

"Besame Mucho"

Early in his life, his music was heard by the famed tenor, Luciano Pavarotti. From that point, he career began to soar.

With a full orchestra and choir, Andre walked up the stage steps and was met by the orchestra conductor who offered him an arm to the center stage. Some people have gifts that are heavenly. When Andre opened his mouth to begin singing... it was unreal. Angelic to say the least. His voice reminds you of the cliche, "the sound when heaven's gates are opened".

The concerted lasted about  two hours with three encores. He shared the stage with two other singers, one of whom was Kristin Chenoweth. Her voice too was equally angelic. She sang a song "Upon the Rock" which is a spiritual piece. Before she sang the song, she said "for those of you who are not believers, this song will be over in 4 minutes". I was impressed with her willingness to demonstrate her faith in an audience of 10,000 + people.

All of this to say, if you've never listen to Andre, consider it.... he is amazing....if you have heard Kristin Chenoweth....She too is amazing. I enjoyed another special memory with Elizabeth.