So, yesterday July 20, 2011. My bff and I had lunch at around 12. We knew we had to be there extra early if we want a good view. We even bought take-outs as we knew it was going to be a long wait. A little over four hours to be exact. My wallet literally ran out of cash when we got to the event center and bought the CD to be signed by David, but for once, I was not guilty to spend all my money!
I know it was half of my week's allowance, but the heck, it was obviously worth it! We got the CDs and a receipt which served as an entry stub. Four hours before the event and our numbers were 212 and 213! So the waiting began.At first we were hyped, playing endlessly with our cameras, munching on the bagful of McDonald's fries. We started making funny faces, then we made shadow puppets, then we went quiet. It was actually tiring to sit on the floor 
and do nothing but wait. Then finally four o'clock came. We were directed inside. Sadly, we still encountered an undisciplined crowd as the line magically vanished. It was not a riot, but it was messed up enough to shatter my mood a little. Inside the event center, we enthusiastically anticipated the moment that was to come. Well, we were super excited about it as it was our first time to have a chance to meet with a huge global phenomenon. Also, I am not really the kind of teenager who would get myself into an uncomfortable position just to see a celebrity. I am usually contented with watching and listening to them on TV or on the Internet.My heart was racing when five o'clock hit. The crowd went wild when the host came out. As expected, there was an opening act. Well, there were two. The first was the amazingly charming Mark Alain who practically had the audience wrapped around his fingers. He literally had the whole audience singing along his rendition of 'When You Say Nothing At All.' If only he did not precede David Archuleta, I could watch this guy sing all day long. The second act by Stephanie Dan, in my opinion, had less audience impact than the first. She was amazing, especially when she started rapping B.o.B.'s part in 'Price Tag,' but for me she lacked this connection with the audience that Mark had. Either that or the crowd and I were just too excited to see David. Finally, finally! After hours of anticipation, David emerged from backstage, wearing a maroon t-shirt, jeans, and that smile that never disappears. The crowd went insanely loud and people started pushing and shoving just to get a good look or a good photo. I was left there too stunned to move or to hear what David was saying. I was, literally, starstruck. I quickly recovered and got my camera phone up when the host asked David to sing a song of his choice. David asked the crowd, and I was screaming my lungs out for 'Something 'Bout Love.'
There were too many requests at once, so he settled for his latest single 'Everything and More.' When he sang, he was like an angel sent from Heaven with the mission to make people smile. It was simple, it was in a capella, it was flawless. My heart skipped a beat when he opted for another song, and he did not disappoint! He sang 'Something 'Bout Love.' My id just disconnected from my superego and took over my body. I started screaming and jumping around like a little fangirl. I was extremely dizzy, exhausted and dehydrated after the song. I did not even catch my breath so much, yet they already started setting up the table for the autograph signing. Honestly, I was very close to hyperventilation at that moment! The thrill of waiting for my number was excruciatingly painful. I just had to have my moment with David immediately! My bff and I wander aimless through the crowd as everyone probably did the same as they waited. The wait, however, was surprisingly short-lived.
When I was the second person in line, I made my move and took a stolen shot of David signing someone's CD. I had one chance, it had to be awesome. It turned out perfect! Finally, when it was my turn, I was literally speechless as I watched his hazel eyes shine and his lips curve into that smile that everyone loves. Then I immediately remembered to sneak in another piece of paper to have him sign for my brother. I did. I smiled the cutest smile that I can manage, shook his hand and said thank you. He was such a nice guy! He just couldn't wipe that smile off his face, it's amazing! I waited for my bff as she came after me. We were jumping, screaming and squealing as we headed towards the exit. We couldn't believe our eyes!
We held in our hands signed copies of David Archuleta's 'The Other Side of Down' and the warmth of a handshake with the angelic pop star (and probably a gazillion germs from the gazillion people that he shook hands with lol). I was dead beat when I got home,yet ironically, I was too energized to eat dinner or to even go to sleep. I kept thinking of my magical David Archuleta experience. Everything was more than what I expected. I will never ever forget that day!
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