Thanks to the loyalty and support of her many voters, Lisa Barrett's song,"When You Look at Me," is now one of three finalists in the international contest for "Best Original Song."
Yes, she's made it to the sixth and final round.
Barrett, who lives in Batavia, says she's very grateful to all of the people who have gotten her this far. She submitted the following to The Batavian:
There's so much I'm feeling...an array of emotion.
I do have butterflies this time around! I also feel like I'm watching this happen to someone else.
I'm so grateful to all who have been voting and standing by me. I wouldn't be here without them.
I'm taking this all the way to #1 because it's too important to me! There's so much more I need to do on this journey.
There are so many more songs to sing and write, so many more people to heal with the music.
I will continue bringing awareness for pediatric cancer research in Austin's memory.
I also do this in memory of my dad, Sigmund Racki. I look to carry on his legacy and his love for music. He always told me and my sisters that we could do anything if we just set our minds to it. (Well dad, I did just that)
This competition has brought back so many memories of Austin, both happy and sad.
I remember one time in the hospital when Austin pointed to me. He wanted to sit with me, and then fell sound asleep.
I also remember visiting his home. I walked in and talked with my sister, Gail. Well, Austin heard my voice and came running with his arms outstretched towards me. He jumped in my arms with the biggest smile! That was in December, and it was the best Christmas gift I could have received. With so much sadness, I try to hold onto those happy moments in my heart.
Finally, it's time to put a Western New Yorker on the map!
Voting for Lisa's song will last through Monday. Here is the procedure:
1. Go to www.bestoriginalsong.com
2. Click on "Click Here to Listen"
3. Select Stage 6 - June 13th Show Date
4. Vote for and/or download "When You Look at Me"
For previous coverage, see:
Batavia singer/songwriter has high hopes for very personal song
Singer/songwriter advances to next round in world competition
Batavian Lisa Barrett moves up in international song contest
