LETTER TO HER FANS~*~May 9, 2006The road hasnt always been easy; however, I have learned that when it comes to some things, there is no other choice than to embrace whatever path you are on. Regardless of my path, hopes, dreams and expectations have never failed to be present. In those dreams you have been unconditional accomplices, sometimes walking by my side, singing with me or carrying my message of hope to places I have been unable to physically reach. For this, I am eternally grateful.You have given me so many gifts. I thank you for the privilege of performing for you, through my songs or at my concerts, where your applause lovingly crept into my heart. I thank you for the privilege of writing you as it brought me much clarity, and even though I have been quiet for some time, all the while, the pages of my internal diary have been active. As I have gone deeper into myself in search of my inner soul, my only truth, what Ive discovered is that my spirit has been rewarded deeply by some of the stories many of you have shared with me through emails or letters, by some of the experiences weve had together and also through personal thoughts that were the fruits of your generosity.Lately, my diary pages have ceased to be internal. Ive tried to share all I can, deeply and sincerely, in a new written work that I hope will be the answer to many questions that have not been elaborated on or answered as of yet. The ability to write my memoir has reinforced the fact that although material compensation is necessary for everyday living, spiritual rewards are the ones that have truly allowed me to live life, joyously in the way life is meant to be lived where we live just for the sheer sake of living.Thank you for opening your hearts to my music. Had you not lent me your ears my songs would be merely dreams. My art has always been pure joy, lovingly created because of you and for you. I hope that my songs and my book will allow you to feel, think, appreciate, question, yearn, and especially, love.My journey today is not easy. Still, as I write this, I am at peace, and everywhere around me I see and hear harmony. All is as it should be because I know I am incredibly fortunate in so many ways. My dream to create music that moves people as well as my dream to communicate a mission that would change people have been realized. I can say with certainty that I have fulfilled my dreams and today, I cannot ask for more. This enables me to move forward even now, with hope, and without fear.My mission began as a dream and became a reality because of you. Today my voice is no longer a lonely cry; it grows everyday through your voices. It doesnt matter whether weve had the opportunity to smile face-to-face or not, each one of you have been and will always be a blessing to me.My physical history may come to an end, but I am confident my existence will leave its mark for the future benefit of many women. I am comforted that the light from my life will shine on many more families. Today I have not lost this battle , no pain is felt in vain, because I know my struggle will help overcome a greater battle, that of early detection and prevention against this terrible enemy. The essence of life lies in transcending through others. By offering the value of my experience and my struggles I hope to lift up many more voices. We still have not reached the goal, but I know we are closer to it every day.Now it is up to you to continue with our mission. I hope with all my heart that my love for life has caught on and that you will become a means of communicating this message to many people whose lives may be saved. Please, recognize this opportunity you have now to stop an enemy that can end your life. Dont give up! The road ahead is a long and this is a battle worth fighting.¡No se dejen vencer! Hay mucho camino que recorrer y esta lucha vale la pena.When the only sound that breaks the silence is your beating heart,
In between the pounding you will find who you are. . .Con amorSoraya
Forever SORAYA !
