When I was 10, I had no friends because kids could tell I was gay, so every night I would listen to Britney Spears.
She made me feel so big. Even though, deep down, I still felt so…small.
When I was 13 years old, I won a contest to meet her.
I remember walking in first and seeing a huge baby-blue sofa with Britney in the middle. I nervously went to sit on the floor but Britney patted the seat next to her. “Come sit here.” Our legs were touching.
“Would you like some M&Ms sweetie?” She pointed to a big bowl & smiled.
I told her how alone I felt. And how one day I hope to inspire kids who are “different” like me…
Britney looked me in the eyes and said “Josh, you are good enough. You are worthy. Don’t let anyone stop you from following your dreams. I know you can do this.”
She was right.
When I was 13, I didn’t have any friends. Except my best friend…Britney Spears.
I will forever love her, just like she loved me.