Last night's Vancouver Canucks game at the Rogers Arena was an icing on the cake. Just when Mark Donnelly and I were set to sing the national anthem in front of thousands of people, I felt so blessed to be there. Although it was a splendid opportunity for me to change, it was an outstanding treat for my whole family and friends.
Part of the theme for the Canucks game, all of us as a community are supporting individuals around the globe are promoting World Autism Day. As a performer with high-functioning autism, I would come to make a difference in everybody's lives today. Without knowing any doubts about my barriers, I never look back on my past experiences. No matter what the circumstances are, I've been inspired to motivate other people living with an autism spectrum disorder to follow their dreams.
Once the game has just begun, there was party held up in the lounge on the fourth floor of the arena following afterwards. Suddenly, I was getting sidetracked by hockey fans and coordinators of the Canucks Autism Network with a little meet and greet. For a moment, I was completely overwhelmed with excitement for making my big break singing in front of a live television audience from all over the nation.
The game ended with the Canucks losing 4-1 to the Edmonton Oilers (although they still remain in the playoffs). It was a bit of a disappointment for me, but it has been an incredible honour for me to be there.
