When I was 8 years old, I had an encounter that would stay with me for the rest of my life. It was a day like any other at my small elementary school in Liverpool, England. But little did I know that it would be a day that would forever be ingrained in my memory.
I remember sitting in my classroom, eagerly awaiting the start of the school day. Suddenly, our teacher announced that we had a special guest visiting us that day. I couldn’t contain my excitement as I wondered who it could be. As the door swung open, in walked none other than John Lennon.
At first, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Was this really happening? Was one of the Beatles standing in front of me, in my small school? I pinched myself to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. But there he was, with his signature round glasses and shaggy hair, smiling at all of us.
John Lennon proceeded to talk to us about the importance of music and creativity. He shared stories about his own experiences as a musician and encouraged us to follow our passions and dreams. I was mesmerized by his words and his presence. It felt like a dream come true to be in the same room as a music legend.
After his talk, John Lennon took the time to interact with each and every one of us. He signed autographs, took pictures, and even played a few songs on his guitar. It was a surreal experience that I will never forget.
But as the years went by, I started to doubt the reality of that day. Could it really have been John Lennon who visited my school? Or was it just a figment of my imagination, a childhood fantasy that I had created in my mind?
I searched for evidence, for proof that John Lennon had indeed visited my school that day. But there was no record of his appearance, no photos, no news articles. It seemed like the memory was fading away, becoming just a distant dream.
But no matter how much I doubted the reality of that day, the feeling of meeting John Lennon never left me. It was a moment of pure joy and inspiration that stayed with me throughout my life. Whether it was real or imagined, the impact of that encounter shaped me into the person I am today.
So, did John Lennon really come to my school when I was 8? Maybe not in the physical sense, but in my heart and in my memories, he will always be there, inspiring me to dream big and follow my passions. And for that, I am forever grateful.