Shoulds, coulds, and the great beyond

Another example of defying the societal "should be" is a bit closer to home. I started dating a guy a couple months back. He's shorter than me (although we both claim to be 5'8") and younger than me (by a couple years). Traditionally, the man is taller and older than the woman. As a result of this stereotype, I've had a lot of fun observing people's reactions when they find out we're "together." I always thought relationships could be happy. Like Kurt's experience, this has also proved to be one of those times where even the idea of what could be is overshadowed by joyous reality. And for the first time in a long time I am ridiculously happy.

Back to Kurt's story -- his own dream of becoming Norwegian Idol was realized. But even this accomplishment was surpassed as he went on to win World Idol versus pop idols from across the globe, including our own Kelly Clarkson. Take a look at the next clip as Kurt sings his World Idol winning take on U2's "Beautiful Day."



Times like these are precious -- moments wherein our pre-conceived notions of what should've or could've been are shed and discarded in favor of a more excellent reality.