Reflections On The Dance
Michael Joseph Jackson Remembered
1958-2009
A celebration of love, spirit, truth & faith. Celebrating his life, his legacy, and his humanity
Love To Michael
From His Fans
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"If a man is honest with others and with himself...
If he receives gratefully and gives quietly...
If he is gentle enough to feel and strong enough to show his feelings...
If he is slow to see the faults of others but quick to discover their goodness...
If he is cheerful in difficult times and modest in success...
If he does his best to be true to his beliefs...
Then he is truly an admirable man."
As you were Michael Jackson
Thank you Michael for giving us a lifetime of your heart and sharing with us your God-given talent, it was beyond joyous......... When I hear a song or see a picture I will stop and smile and always remember you fondly as a sincere, caring human being who wanted nothing more than to "Heal The World".
JR – A Forever Fan
Calgary
Canada
This is my letter to Michael:
Beloved Michael,
From the moment I first laid eyes on you back in 1983 was on Motown 25, I was only 8 years old, but somehow I knew even as a young child that you were something special. I could not take my eyes off of you. I was captivated and completly mesmerized. From that moment on, you've held a very special place in my heart. I loved you instantly. I could not explain my emotions that evening, all I knew is that my heartbeat grew faster with every step you made and with every lyric you sang. I wanted more and more of you. I did not want you to leave the stage because that meant I could no longer experience the magic of Michael Jackson. After the performance was over, I went to my bedroom, still anxious and overwhelmed with excitement, and I positioned myself in front of my mirror and attempted to dance just like you. Yes, I even tried to moonwalk! I repeated it over and over again until I thought I had mastered the move. I would have never thought that watching you on stage that evening...
for those few minutes would end up changing my life forever. I was never the same after that night. I was officially connected to you through your music. From then on, I carried a small piece of you daily that radiatiated through me as a luminescent light. Your influence has remained strong in me even to this very day.
As I write this letter today, It's almost a surreal moment. I can't believe that I'm writing something in regards to a "tribute" for you. No, this wasn't supposed to happen. It seemed to me that you were a gift to this world that was never supposed to stop giving. Your presence in this world was so strong that since you've been gone, the world now seems different. Ironically, it feels like we're out of sync and completly out of harmony. The magic is gone. It cannot exist without you. It hurts not having you here anymore.
We have not stopped mourning since you left us, but what brings me comfort is knowing that you are now in the Presence of the Lord. You are finally resting and at peace. No one can ever hurt you again. Your heart was so big that this world did not know how to handle it. All they knew how to do was attack you and spread lies, but now it is finished. You won the race and fought the good fight. You fullfilled your God given purpose so adamantly, but yet you always remained humbled. You were truly a unique soul whom God kissed, and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity of living in this generation to have experienced the Genius of Michael Jackson. The sky lights up brighter now, as you are the star that continues to shine.
Thank you for the memories and for the smiles you brought to me and to so many others. Thank you for the joy you brought to my heart everytime I saw your face or heard you laugh. Thank you for creating some of the best music our ears will ever hear. Thank you for innovating and transcending dance the way that you did. Thank you for giving us some of the most beautiful poetry ever written. Thank you for bringing so much love to all the sick and dying children all over the world who needed it the most. Thank you for your enormous genorosity. It was you who opened the gates of your own private home so that underprivileged and inner city children could enjoy a day of FREE fun at your expense, with no questions a sked. The only request you made was for them to escape their pain and to have the time of their lives while at Neverland. You were our "Angel of light". Thank you for everything! But more importantly, Thank you for being the best Humanitarian and Philanthropist to this sad and dying world. You set the bar extremly high for your future successors. You tirelessly gave your time, money and effort to many charities and worthy causes, and you did it all without wanting any notoriety from it. What an amazing and phenomenal man you were. It is my opinion that you are the greatest example of any human being this world has ever known. I will forever miss you, but I'll never let you part...for you're always in my heart! I love you more.
Chelsy Martinez Brown
San Antonio, TX
USA
I lost my words when I think to you not only as a greatest artist but as a gentle and human heart. I love you and thank you to support my dream with your life. You give me the example. You made a great change in the world and in every place of the globe people love you with their soul. You're magic and unique, you're a real gift from God.
God blesses you and your children. You're my sweet angel forever.
Sabrina
Italy
Michael Jackson has been part of my life for well over 35 years, I have loved him for his music, his dancing, his generosity to the charities all over the world, his love for children of all races, and his love for the planet, music will never be the same again to me now MJ HAS GONE....
Judy
AUSTRALIA
Reading and hearing all the information regarding MJ's trials, (both) by TV and on written newspapers, we know now that that was a plot against him since the very beginning.
We, as his fans knew since the very start of the trials that he WAS INNOCENT, and when we watched his video claiming his innocence and for all the shameful moments he went through (photos at the courtroom) we just want to say, "please God take him now by thy hand and comfort him as your loving child"
With all my respects, ndd
mdd
monterrey, n.l.
mexico
Only and after MJ passed away, the whole world realized the kind of human being he was, not only in the music industry with all the achievments and creativity he submitted to it, but the kind and quiet heart he posessed, and with all the monetary contributions he made in life always concerned about children and Nature.
He will be remembered. Tributes will continue everywhere to celebrate his life and contributions. We all, from our site, should be
honoring him by always honor children and Nature.
God bless you, MJ.
nd
Mexico
My earliest memories of Michael Jackson, were of young Michael singing on the Ed Sullivan Show, he was 11 years old. I was BLOWN AWAY. I mean, I knew he was of the J5, however, he stood out like an EARTH ANGEL! I had never, in my young years of 15 years old, heard or seen anyone with the persona he possessed. Then the years went by...year by year he showed the world his beauty...he worked, his music, his dance, he played, and most of all his Love for what he believed in. Love and peace for all mankind. This is what I want to say. For my love of Michael, I will only focus on what Michael wanted to teach us, what he wanted to remind us of, everything in the name of LOVE. I love Michael, for everything he did for us. I love him for who he is and always will be. There will NEVER be another person with his gifted talents, which he was able to transcend - transcend to us, to the world, for us, for the world.
Michael, wherever you are, please know how much we love you and that one day, we will be together again.
With love, respect and compassion for you Michael forever and always...Leslie
Leslie Mercer
Sonoma, California
Michael is the true King of Pop. So much talent, so well liked and loved by all ages around the world. His life cut short unnecessarily. I remember watching him on TV sitting in the audience with Brook Shields the night he won award after award for his Thriller album songs. Every song he sang, had a message. I never get tired of listening to any of his songs through out the years. No one can ever replace Michael, but many can try to be like him in bringing love, understanding, acceptance and peace everywhere. I hope his children follow in his footsteps in that regard. Michael, the tender man, the loving father, who had a great God given gift that he shared unselfishly with the world, will never be forgotten.
Kate
Wilmington, VT
Beautiful video and very touching poem, both by Keaston White
I think what many people feel... (including myself) and miss about Michael.. is his tender heart.. the tender part of Michael that reached out to perfect strangers.. who hugged people.. was gentle with them.. generous to those in need.. the kind of man that loved people .. all races, ages, backgrounds... he spoke of love and how it would heal the world and displayed that love through his actions... Michael was unselfish.. he built Neverland as a place for himself to relax but shared it with thousands of underprivileged children and it cost him millions to do so.. Michael worked harder on his craft than probably any entertainer alive and gave his absolute best..simply hoping that it would bring joy to others.. and out of the vast fortune he justifiably earned, the Guinness book of World Records gives the acknowledgment of his generosity to charity as the highest record of any entertainer. Michael was beautiful inside and out.. and had an enduring love for his fans as we (have) for him... My faith is fixed on gratitude to God for the gift of Michael Jackson whom I will see and embrace in heaven.. until that day, I am going to give him my gift... which is to show God's love, and offer people kindness, generosity.. and in my own small way - make the world a better place.
Some final thoughts:
Again, what a caring heart Michael had...no wonder people loved him so much.. but the irony is: People that feel deeply and love from the deep recesses of the heart, also bruise deeply and the wounds can be far more cutting than people realize. That is the part of the artistic temperament (I share it) that Michael was given when born… I wonder if those around him and the world in general had realized this truth, if they could have understood how much words would either bless him or devastate him, would they have tried to be less brutal? It is a testament to Michael’s inner resources that he never became bitter… Wounded, ..heartbroken, yes…. But not revengeful.. He was loving, generous and giving to the end of his life. To forgive those who wrong you takes a heart that has listened to the voice of God.. I am convinced of Michael’s spiritual core… he lived it.
Debby Wimberley
To the Jackson Family -
Mere human words cannot describe how I feel about Michael and what he has meant in my life. But I will try- to tell you what your son, your brother, your uncle, your cousin and yes, your best daddy meant to me.
First and foremost, Michael had a true heart full of love for all people. This is what touched me most about him. He not only spoke of love. He truly believed it could change the world. And he was right. Michael s kindness is not an attribute that is seen much in our world today. But it truly describes Michael. A kind, loving gentleman. Just as our God teaches and Michael knew .faith, hope, love. But the greatest of these is love.
His generosity. His true desire to help people was evident in the many humanitarian efforts that Michael carried out in his lifetime. He NEVER stopped giving. So many people have richer, rewarding lives today because of Michael s generosity, including those in my own circle of friends.
Neverland was a true gift from Michael to all the children who had the opportunity to visit and spend time there. Michael planned this beautiful place and didn t miss one detail. His reward was seeing pure joy on all the faces of those who enjoyed all that was Neverland a place where children could forget their problems and just enjoy being a kid. So many stories, so many lives touched by his selfless service to mankind.
His music. His dance. Michael was the master. No one could touch him. No one ever will. He always thought he could do better and no one worked harder than Michael to get it perfect. And he did, every time. It was as if God was singing, writing and dancing through Michael. Michael was magic.
Michael has made me a better person. He has given me the desire to be kinder, patient, generous and loving to make my corner of the world a better place. Through God s love and our faith, we will see Michael again one day< For eternity. Thank you so much for sharing him with a world that so desperately needed a man named Michael Jackson.
Sandy Corbin
Channelview, Texas
Beautiful tribute video by Fatima Qawwee
He was a great man, singer, father and i will miss him. When I
heard about it I was in shock
Adam Badger
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Beautiful tribute video by Michelle Connor Huster
Beautiful poetry by Bonnie Cox:
Let Him Be
From the time he was a little boy
And moved to his first song
He became the public’s toy
Yet he was much alone
Searching through the years a friend
That he could color true
Betrayal was the only end
from many in his view
Youth folds into manhood
The stalkers lurk and glare
Tabloids run their stories
Trolls are everywhere
A sideshow attraction they did make
From a humble, lonely guy
Dig their darts and daggers in
So the papers they would buy
Giving children everywhere
Hope before not known
Despite his record charity
The papers were not home
Millions in his shadow wait
A verdict overrides
Damage from a vengeful friend
Yet payment turns the tide
He who gave them great escape
While no escape for him
Sheltered into closing walls
And the walls were getting thin
Three attempts he made to see
A childhood left for he
The lawyers overturned his joy
When Martin made him bleed
Another hell, another day
With children of his own
Hovering within his life
In dark the press had sown
Rapid flight to nations far
He sought the refuge earned
Trailed by leeches, ghouls and fiends
Attempts to live were spurned
Distant cries of those who loved
This giving, gracious man
Please return and give us hope
Conspiracy be damned
Returning to a country known
He thought his home he’d see
Cradled by a legacy
Of envy, spite and greed
Quiet return to fame he tried
For warding off the hounds
Drooling for his legacy
Hatred knows no bounds
As he slips off into the night
A search for peace complete
Hounds of hell are scrambling
for the gold laid at his feet
Ever more the King of song
The generations see
Amazingly unto this day
Still they won’t let him be
Poem © Bonnie Cox, 2009
One More Day
I cried today
Just let it go
Couldn’t help it
I miss you so
One more day
Without you here
With one last smile
You disappear
How will I cope
When will I heal
Without your hope
To stave my fears
You’re in my dreams
And when I wake
Yet more tears
I can’t escape
I cried today
Can’t let you go
I cannot help it
I miss you so
Could God grant me
Release from pain
The loss of you
From sorrow’s stain
I cried today
You need to know
Always with me
I miss you so
Your face before me
Holds my heart
Eyes embrace me
Yet we’re apart
So full of life
When you were here
A vibrant light
Divine your zeal
So sad it comes
As no surprise
The aching loss
Of your demise
I miss you Mike
Why did you part?
How could you leave
And break my heart?
I cried today
Can’t let you go
I love you Mike
And I miss you so
Poem © Bonnie L. Cox
Feathers on the Wind
Did anyone ever hear him
Through the rush of angels wings
Did anybody see him
Through the feathers on the wind?
Did any of you care
That he was going down
By the workers of iniquity
Who handed him his crown
Would any of us help him
If he were here today
Could you cry for him
Can you recall his name
Did anyone believe him
When in danger he cried out
Paper twisted ruthless lies
In a mirage of doubt
A shadow of his former fame
Sequestered in his hell
Strangers playing ruthless games
He withers in his cell
Second coming so said they
Who handed him his name
“This is It”, then came the day
His fate became the same
Then the world would ask them
You really did not see?
The shadow of the former fame
Falling to his knees?
A final feather’s breath he sighed
Before his spirit flew
The angels wings reaching high
The former fame renewed
The world again will never know
An angel of this feather
The wings of he will never grow
On the shoulders of another
So if you ever see him
That feather from his wing
Lighting on your shoulder
And sudden hear him sing
Remember you can hear him
Through the rush of angels wings
Rejoice because you see him
That feather on the wind
Poem © Bonnie Cox, 2009
Michael:
I will always be grateful to you and your brothers for helping me deal with one of the most difficult periods of my life. I came to this country from Haiti when I was 10 years old;and I spoke no English and I looked and dressed differently then the rest of the children in school. I was teased and made fun of every single day. It got so bad that I use to go in one door and out the other in the morning to avoid the abuse. The music of the Jackson Five helped me deal with a lot the pain that I was going through at that point in my life. The music made me happy and transported me to another time and place. I always looked forward to the next record from the Jackson Five with the greatest anticipation knowing that it would be great. Later in my life, You brought me a lot of joy Michael even though we never met, Your songs were always able to touch something very deep in my soul as it did for millions of fans. I always looked forward to your appearances on television as rare as they were. I never got a chance to see you in concert, but I was planning on either going to London or see in you in the U.S. because I had feeling that you would be touring the US after London. I was so excited Michael that finally I was able to afford a ticket to see you. I was ready to pay what was necessary to be close to the stage. Unfortunately, it was not meant to be. You will always be the greatest entertainer that the world has ever known and I am really glad that I lived in the world that got to experience your extraordinary talents. You will always be in my heart Michael.
Linda Durogene
NYC
Michael dreamt of tomorrow and truly LoVeD from the Soul. The LoVe of the Father, in Him, connected with us,and caused a LoVe Revolution to the ends of the Earth. His Beautiful Soul, his dreams and talent lives on Forever.
'If it were not for HoPe, the Heart would break'
~You could sing of his LoVe Forever <3
liz G
England
Thank you for allowing me to share my feelings about Michael's passing on your site.
When I first heard the news of Michael's passing I think I went into shock and denial. I didn't want to believe it. The person who told me wasn't a fan so I thought (hoped) it was just a wind up! Though I wondered how anyone could be that cruel.
I checked the news and there it was on TV, radio, newspapers, and on the internet! Each time I heard it or read about it, it was like another knife stabbing my heart. I cried uncontrollably, confused as to why I felt so strongly over the loss of someone, who after all I had never met, and I didn't really know (except in my heart).
Michael had always been in the background of my life. I loved him in the way a big sister might love her cute kid brother. I was 19 when he hit the big time and he amazed me then and has never ceased to amaze me since. Like a proud big sister I've watched his progress. Unfortunately I was unable to follow him around and attend concerts like many fans, because I married young and had my 3 children in my 20's so I was busy being a mum for the first 10-15 years of his career. But my kids grew up with the sound of his songs in their ears and the sight of their mum dancing round the living room!
I am now older, wiser and single. My children have grown into fine adults with families of their own and always make me proud.
I was now able to start taking an interest in MJ on a more hands-on way. I was very excited when Michael announced his forthcoming tour in London back in March 2009. Punching the air in triumph I thought 'Yes! Even if I had to be the oldest fan there, I had to go! I got on the internet to buy my ticket but they'd sold out but announced they were going to annouce more dates and extend the tour. I thought I would have plenty of time to get my ticket later. Sadly I never did - Michael was taken from us.
It was going to be my way of making up for all the concerts I'd missed, but it wasn't to be.
When Michael passed it felt personal, like a member of my family had died and I grieved for him as if he were my own brother. I still grieve for him now, because I think he is such a huge loss to the world.
I love words, I love writing, I love music and in my younger days I loved dancing and was quite uninhibited in all those things. I still love those things but, naturally as one accepts the passing of time and the limitations life presents you with as you get older, you accept that you're not quite as agile or energetic as you once were! But whenever I listen to Michael's songs I feel young again in my heart, and in my very soul.
Since MJ's passing I have found it difficult to listen to anything but his music or watch any DVD's other than his. It's like I am trying to hold onto him and resurrect the life force and energy he exuded. There were two sides to Michael. The man-child full of fun, energy and laughter and yes mischief, and then Michael the wise, caring, gentle, sensitive humanitarian, so full of love for his fellow man and the world. Both sides of MJ fitted perfectly together like Yin+Yang to make him a perfect whole. It's so sad the world couldn't see that and celebrate it. I have always held the view that God sends us special angels to live among us so they can pass on important messages. Michael was such an angel and sadly taken back home too soon because humanity abused him and hurt him. I am heartened though to find there is a groundswell of fans across the world who did 'get it' who loved Michael, and we still do. I will never forget him, never allow his memory to fade, and I will al ways fight for justice if I hear anyone say negative things about him.
I just pray Michael is now 100% certain of just how much he was loved and still is, even if he had reason to doubt it when he was among us. Michael will always hold a special place in my heart and I pray that when my time comes, he will be one of the welcoming angels. God Bless Michael, his beautiful children, and his family, and God Bless you for allowing me to share my feelings. Linda xxx
Linda
Lymington Hampshire
England.UK
I always felt I grew up with him, even though we never met. He was just always very special to me and he touched my heart. My love for him is beyond loving the entertainer, it is all about my love for the man behind the magic. He will always hold a special place in my heart. His love will live on forever. His beautiful spirit will never die.
sonya
North carolina
United States
I'm a cherub of Middle Order ! I share the news and announcement coming from the Order of seraphim, the Order of most important creatures on heaven after the Son of God.
Did you hear what will happen soon?
No, what? All intrigued my brother.
They say that God will give the opportunity an angel to exceed our Order and that of the seraphim to go directly to the sight of God, beside his beloved son!
Who is this and why such an honor? He asked intrigued and amazed again.
Well! They say it was a human, that his faith was unshakable, that he has suffered enough for the fault of humans, which shone in the world, and that despite material wealth has remained a humble and noble spirit that has been unjustly accused, abused and sacrificed for purposes that have not been clarified. That his prayers were only required for others and for him and he was asked only to use good His gifts and that God never leaves him. His voice makes God proud of his work and he remembered that there is still something good out there yet. He will be loved with the love he never had, and will sing and dance all in the presence of God for eternity. His voice will be heard everywhere in the sky and the vibrations will be felt all the way to earth. Justice will be done for him, so that he made happy our Father.
Mighty silver wings flapping my brother happy cherub replied:
" Amen! In name of God will be done!" and flew to break the news in any order.
Meanwhile, down from on high a seraph with giants, bright and golden wings. Throughout the Order quickly headed towards the gate of the southern Order of angels and disappeared into the depths of the universe.
After a while he came back with a next-eyed angel, shy but curious, humble and aware of the honor that was reserved for him. With much respect across our space following the seraphim and flapping its wings new white.
Once in front of our Father, we heard him singing, and ever since his wonderful voice is with us all the time in our celestial activities. "
Dedicated to Michael Jackson by Ester Joldea
Italy
I'm Always Here With You
Michael,the tenderness in your eyes have guided me through. You've loved me through times that were forever blue. When I hear your gentle voice, it feels as if you're speaking right to me, making my heart soar sayig chin up honey, smile, I love you more! Calmness and peace wash me to my very core. Our hearts are intertwined, and the very same! Michael, we never did physically meet, but still I know, you know my name. I love you! I know you as true as true can be. Thank you for turning lonely me into I am here with you WE!
Cristall Graham
Beautiful poem and video by MJ'sBabyGirl08 on YouTube
MJsBabygirl08 — September 28, 2009 — This is a reflection poem I wrote inspired by Michael Jackson.
FAREWELL TO YESTERDAY
Once I arrived at the gates of heaven, a tear had escaped my eye
I was saddened and heartbroken that I had to leave you all behind
God took me by the hand and showed me around my new home
He comforted and assured me that I would no longer be alone
I thanked him for blessing me for all that I was given in life
He told me that I made him proud, and that he was constantly by my side
As we continued on our journey, sharing stories since my birth
It was then that I realized, I had fulfilled my job on earth
By sharing my compassion, generosity and pride
My faith, trust and beliefs, and all that I had survived
Heaven is absolutely blissful, filled with an abundance of love
There are angels floating all around, and cherubs flying above
Its just as I envisioned in my mind, I suppose I can get used to this
All the good times we shared on earth, is one thing Im going to miss
You must know that I am doing well, and not suffering any more pain
With the tribulations I went through all my life, paying the price of fame
Thanks to each and every one of you for supporting me over the years
For your love, loyalty and friendship through laughter and in tears
Please dont think this is goodbye, Ill be seeing you again one day
Till then, youre in my heart where youll forever stay
Why I Will Always Remember Michael Jackson
An essay by Lauren Schwartz
There were two sides to Michael. The man-child full of fun, energy and laughter and yes mischief, and then Michael the wise, caring, gentle, sensitive humanitarian, so full of love for his fellow man and the world. Both sides of MJ fitted perfectly together like Yin+Yang to make him a perfect whole. It's so sad the world couldn't see that and celebrate it. I have always held the view that God sends us special angels to live among us so they can pass on important messages. Michael was such an angel and sadly taken back home too soon because humanity abused him and hurt him"
Linda,
Lymington, Hampshire, UK
