At the moment there are two points which I consider worth mentioning. Firstly, I am reading a new book. A cutsie little lovey dovey book called 'Lunch in Paris' by Elizabeth Bard. Its a story about the author meeting her husband. He was a Parisian student and she was an American student on exchange in London. So far, a chapter or so in they have fallen in love. Like most French people (or so I assume) he can cook, which seems to be the alluring factor which draws the author to him. Each chapter ends in recipes which he/they cook throughout the story. It's very cute so far and very lovely.
I have spent a lot of time reading lately. A lot of time reading and a lot of time thinking. This is a recipe for creativity. When I was young, I always wanted to write a book. I never knew what on, and I never knew how but I knew I wanted to do it. As I grew older I lost sight of this dream, but lately I have managed to rediscover my passion for writing. I wouldn't know when, I don't even think I would know how to write a novel, but I think it's something I would like to focus my time on. I left my journalism degree due to the lack of real creativity and the crazy amount of stuck up 'I am god's gift' people that I came across, but writing is and always will be something which is extremely important to me. I don't think I am overly talented but I am passionate and eager to learn which I think is all you need to achieve such a dream. Most importantly, I have a story to tell. Something which I consider worth reading and worth telling. I know so many people who have an understanding of my life and my experiences and who disagree with this idea. But the older I have grown the more I have realised my story is worth telling and it is something which interests people who I decide to share it with.
The second point. I quit my job. After 2 years at Westnet, I quit. Why? Because it felt right. Because it continually stressed me out. Because I need to put myself and my university degree first. Because I was beginning to hate it. I feel stupid because I have noreal reason. No new job. No super angry reason to quit. But I think I have made the right choice. It's 3 weeks until I go to Europe (I had to give 2 weeks notice, so really it will be 1 week of unemployment before my trip). When I get back I have 1 month of work experience with the Retirement Village Association working directly with the regional Public Relations and Marketing manager. So yeah it's not glamorous, but she is AMAZING and so dedicated to her profession. I'm not looking for glamor, I am looking for hard work where I can push myself and apply the skills I'm learning. So as of December 13th, I will be unemployed.
Life is filled with uncertainty at the moment.I have never made such an uncertain decision so to be completely honest I have no idea what to expect for the future. I guess the unknown is exciting and exhilarating, but at the same time its petrifying. I am good at change and I am terrible at change all at the same time. I am happy within my decision and know for the first time in my life, I have put myself and my needs before the needs of others and I love myself for it.
Hi Jade - author here. So glad you are enjoying the book. Things must seem shaky right now, but the air will clear. Sometimes, when people read about my move to Paris, they say "That's so brave." At the time, it didn't feel brave - it seemed crazy - like jumping off a cliff. But you ARE being brave, taking time to find your passion and work hard at something you love. Best of luck.
ReplyDeleteHi Elizabeth, thank you so much for comment! I finished the book, it is such an amazing read I could barely put it down until I finished it. I am in Europe at the moment and loving every second. As for the air clearing, I am putting it all off until I return home and loving this beautiful trip haha and so far so good!
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