We
could think of no better way to introduce Clay's voice then to actually
use his words. These are quotes from Clay's book, "Learning to Sing"
"I
have always believed in a life of service. But Tina, Dr. Mac, and the
kids I worked with at Brentwood crystallized that desire. They helped
me to see how vital it is for me to use my time on earth to make a
difference in some way."
"I feel that speaking for others is the
best way to use my voice-the rest of it, all the pop-star stuff, is
ultimately a platform for giving back."
"I was planning to teach in the classroom. I am still teaching. My classroom has just gotten a lot bigger."
"There
is no better exercise for strengthening the heart than reaching down
and lifting people up. The Bubel/Aiken Foundation is the culmination of
that realization. It is my purpose now. It is the why of me."
"The future is not in my hands. There are, though, things I hope for. World peace. Equality. Tolerance."
"My
absolute priority-more than having a hit song is to set a good example.
There is a difference between image and appearance. Your appearance is
how you look. Your image comes from what you do. My goal is to be
triumphant in using where I am to do something bigger than what I am."
"I'm
often asked what I would do to change the world if I had the power to
do anything. In my ideal world, no child would suffer. Charitable
instincts would prevail. Those who could give, would give."
"My
ultimate goal is for this foundation to really make an impact. I hope
this foundation has a much longer shelf life than I do."
