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> From: B Ely <[log in to unmask]>FYI
> Date: September 19, 2008 7:18:41 PM CDT
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> Cc: Al Ely <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Emily's Make-A-Wish
>
>
> We are on cloud nine here in Boston! Emily's Make-A-Wish wish to
> meet Josh Graban has been a magical experience!
>
> Yesterday evening was a dream come true. Emily, Al and I were
> picked up in a stretch limo and taken to the Boston Symphony Hall.
> We were escorted by Josh Groban's agent through a side door and up
> a flight of stairs into a large beautiful room complete with baby
> grand piano, fresh flower arrangement, sofa and a couple of chairs
> and most importantly a welcoming Josh Groban.
>
> Josh met Emily at the door. The expession on her face is something
> that we will cherish forever. The smile of pure joy, happiness and
> excitement warmed the heart of everyone in the room!
>
> Josh was incredible with Emily. He was so kind, sincere and relaxed
> with Emily. Emily (unknown to us) had an extra Make-A-Wish button
> in her hand. Upon meeting Josh, she presented it to him. Josh says
> with a big smile, "Is that for me?" and then proudly puts it right
> onto his cashmere sweater.
>
> Josh told Emily about the Boston Symphony Hall and that its
> acoustics were sime of the best in the world. He said it would feel
> like the music just wraps around you. Josh told her that when he
> sang it would be like he was giving her a big hug! Priceless!!!
>
> Emily and Josh then talk and he ask her if she has a favorite song.
> She says with an angelic smile, "yes, You Raise Me Up". Then Josh
> says, "Well let's sing it together!". Josh and Emily sang a verse
> together. It was beautiful! When they got to the part that goes "I
> am strong, when you are on my shoulders" Josh got behind her and
> put his hands on her shoulders and jumped up as if to show that
> "Emily" lifts HIM up. It was so sweet!
>
> Josh signed a poster and picture for Emily that she brought. He
> took time to write some very thoughtful words to Emily. Emily told
> Josh that this was the greatest day of her life!!! Josh gave her a
> big hug!!! So sweet!
>
> We told Josh how inspirational his music was to Emily and then he
> immediately told Emily that SHE was his inspiration. Josh was
> truly a class act and Emily made us so proud!
>
> Josh's agent told us that when Josh comes to Dallas in 2009 that
> Emily would be their guest and get invited back stage. Emily most
> certainly made an impression on Josh and his team!
>
> The night got even better when we discovered that Josh had arranged
> for some amazing seats for us at the concert. We were on the 4th
> row next to the catwalk portion of the stage. We were within a few
> feet of the performers. The concert was being filmed by PBS and is
> to be broadcasted early next year. Chris Botti (trumpeter) had
> special guest performers including Josh Groban, Sting, John Meyer,
> Steven Tyler, Katharine McPhee and others. The concert was sold out
> and lasted over two hours! Although it was a late night, Emily had
> the time of her life!
>
> This has been the most wonderful experience for Emily and our
> family. We are so blessed to have the opportunity to see Emily have
> her wish fullfilled in a way that I could never have imagined.
>
> Our sweet Heather, Al's daughter, took care of little Austin at the
> hotel so that we could enjoy this special time with Emily. That
> meant so much to us. Austin loved spending time with his biggest
> sis too!!!
>
> I can't wait to share pictures and video with you once we get home!
>
> With much love,
> Bridget
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
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