I still can't believe that this is my life. But what's even more amazing than my life, is how I got to this point. I'm going to tell you the story of how I met the guy who is sitting next to me. Who is he? Read on, and find out.
I remember thinking, So this is how it feels. The bright lights, the dazzling camera flashes, the murmur of the crowd; my very first time on TV, on a talk show.
I was just standing backstage numbly, waiting for the host to introduce me. I did it. I actually finished writing my novel. At 14 years of age. Breathing deeply, I took it all in. But I was far from being peaceful; panic began to set in as reality came to light. A thousand questions ran through my mind; What will I say? What if I stutter? What if I'm too nervous to say anything at all?
"And the author of this amazing novel is right here with us. Come on out Alexandra!"
Somehow, I managed to move my legs, and get over to my chair. Ok, so maybe this won't be so bad. I'm starting to relax, and I am answering the questions with ease. All seems to be going well doesn't it? If only things had continued this way... But then again, if things had continued this way, I wouldn't have this story to tell you! So the next thing that the reporter said to me was,
"I hear that you not only are a brilliant writer, but a musician! You play the piano, correct?"
"Yes."
"Playing an instrument, do you feel that you appreciate music more?"
"Oh definitely, I think that you come to realize just how good some of your favourite artists really are. And how many artists really aren't!"
"Very insightful. Do you have a favourite artist, Alex?"
"Well, Alicia Keys is an amazing pianist, singer/songwriter; Green Day is amazing, definitely a very different style; I think that my favourite artist would be Nick Jonas. So much talent and such an amazing stage presence. Listening to his music has helped me through many a bout of writers block and many a boring math class!"
I could hear the crowd laugh with me, but their laughter was not loud enough to drown out what the host was saying.
"I had a feeling you might say that."
I was so freaked out when she said that. I was thinking, wait a minute, what! I don't think I can take any surprises!
The host then turned to address the crowd.
"Like all good talk show hosts, I did my research on our guest here. And that's why I would like to introduce an idol of Alex's. Come on out!"
And out walked Nick Jonas himself.
