In the career of a prodigy there invariably comes a time when it is compelled to relinquish being very clever for a child, and has to enter the business of life in competition with adults.
Curious indeed how these things happen. The wand chooses the wizard, remember...I think we must expect great things from you, Mr. Potter... After all, He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named did great things — terrible, yes, but great.
I can remember wondering as a child if I were a young Macaulay or Ruskin and secretly deciding that I was. My infant mind even was bitter with those who insisted on regarding me as a normal child and not as a prodigy.
God didn't create any of us to be average. He didn't make us to barely get by. We were created to excel.
Neymar is growing and is one of those players who invent things. He always has something more to offer.
I believe in the God-given genius of certain individuals, and I value a society that makes their existence possible.
I'd rather be referred to as a precocious young Quebec talent, than not be referred to at all.
I went to elementary like any other kid, but I was just always a little different. I had that sparkle, and everyone told my mom, 'She needs to be on TV, acting.'
