Everyone needs an inspiration. They need someone to show them that anything is possible and you can be your best. This person or these people can show you that you don't always have to be number one to be the best. The first time I ever layed eyes on Christopher Adam Daughtry on American Idol, I fell in love. His and Deanna's story touched my heart and I knew this man would forever change my life. Then he opened his mouth, and out came this voice that would continuously send chills up and down my spine. I turned towards my mother and said to her, I dont know how far this guy will go in the competition, but I have a feeling he is gonna be huge. Boy what a prediction that was. As the weeks went by, I realized that this guy was the real deal. He was my favorite and my pick for the winner. I would talk about him non stop to my friends and would put all of his performances on my ipod so I could listen to them over and over again. When he made the final 12, I was thrilled, I couldn't wait to see more of him. I watched him as the weeks went by and rooted for him 100%. My Tuesday nights would be spent voting for him until my fingers were sore, which was when the lines closed. He slowly became my idol. He inspired me to take every chance you get. I continued to sing out and know I could do it. The one night I missed Idol was the night that would change everything. I was in Florida on vacation and was unable to watch the show. I was anticipating what happened and kept checking idol.com for updates. I had heard that his performances the night before were phenomenal so I had high hopes. Of course my internet session came to an end before I could read about what happened. Then my best friend called me. She was in tears. I wondered what happened. She said the words I thought I would never hear. "Steff, Chris just got kicked off of Idol." I immeadiately started to cry. I didn't want to believe it, and I didn't for a while. I thought it was just a joke my friend was trying to play on me. And then I got the reality when the local news reported on the Idol Shocker. I cried for three days. I knew Idol had made a mistake and swore up and down to many that Chris was the true winner and that he was gonna be big. He already had offers coming in the day after his elimination. I didn't care about the rest of the season of Idol. I just watched the finale to see my Chris and knew that the true winner was right there in him. I heard that the Idol tour was coming to my town so I immeadiately got tickets. I had the time of my life. When Chris came on the stage, the whole stadium came to life. The party was started, and he rocked the house. Definitely the best of the night and he blew me away. I joined Daughtry sites all over and praised for my undying love for the man himself. Now here he is with many number one hits, a top selling album, touring with big names, and being the amazing man I know he is. He continues to inspire me everyday to go for my dream and I love him for that. He has shown that he is all about his fans and loves his family completely. He doesn't let the fame go to his head, but he should be proud of himself. I am very thrilled to be a part of the Daughtry experience and I would one day love to have the honor and the privelage to meet this wonderful man and his amazing band members. That would be a complete dream come true.