The Optimist

As I am writing this article, I am trying to reflect on so many things that are going on in my life. Yet, I would like to make a difference for the people reading this.

Everyday life is a journey and the unexpected can be expected as well as the expected can sometimes be great or very disappointing.

As the economy remains unpredictable and uncertain for many people, the future is unknown. As prepared or unprepared we are, I do know one thing that is certain; we need money to survive!

I never thought I would be in a position of counting every dollar before spending it. I continue to be unemployed with no regular paycheck. I am educated with a college degree and struggling to survive. I have not had the best luck with a stable paycheck in a long time. The lack of luck can be very frustrating and depressing. However, I will continue to have my hopes and dreams guide me to the optimism I am eager to fulfill. I do hope that my luck will change soon and can earn a paycheck I can proudly deposit and pay my bills.

A few days ago I was exiting the freeway. At the end of the off ramp, I saw an American Veteran homeless waiving his American flag trying to get some kind of attention. I had tears in my eyes and prayed to G_D. “Please help this man and the others that are suffering from lack of shelter and food”. Yes my family and I are struggling but we do have food, warm clothes and a home to live in. My cupboards and refrigerator are very bare but am very thankful for what I do have. I am feeling somewhat vulnerable for the future and the unknown. However, I am an optimist. I think things happen for a reason and my path for struggling will make me stronger and appreciate everything I do have. My children appreciate the food they are given because I tell them how lucky they are to have food. As I said before, we don’t have a lot right now but we really appreciate every bite we put in our mouths.

I recently attended a networking meeting. I am confident that networking is the door opener to my next paycheck. I have a lot to offer and I am eager to share my talent and knowledge with other people. Again it’s the optimist in me but I have to believe that someone will give me the opportunity I truly believe I deserve. It’s my voice. I need to be heard because I have so much to say.

My voice is unique and I have been told I am a very talented voice over actress. I actually got paid for my first job when I was fourteen. I want to continue working in that industry. I love creating characters and make them come to life when I speak. I have had some luck and success in that career but I am currently road blocked by people that think they can control my passion. I have not had the control of my career of choice. It seems somewhat unfair that someone else controls my passion and dream.

I am hoping with different networking skills and my persistence, I can get back to work with the passion that I love so much. Voice over’s. When something positive happens, I will pass along the good news.

I guess I really am an optimist.