I was going through some childhood photos of my husband and myself for Miles's baby book, and I couldn't help but remember one of the questions I've tossed around my whole life: "What do I want to be when I grow up?" When I was in fifth grade, my teacher had us write a paragraph summarizing where we wanted to be at age twenty-five. I wrote down that I planned on being a doctor with a Porsche, living in Hawaii (what fifth-grader thinks about what kind of car they're going to drive?).
Well, obviously I'm not anywhere close to being a doctor with a Porsche, living on a Hawaiian island. I'm also not anywhere close to having a definitive answer to this question. I was inspired by Rosie Pope (star of Bravo's show Pregnant in Heels- and one of the few Bravolebrities I've ever felt inspired by besides Aviva Drescher or, of course, Bethenny. Those are some savvy, smart mamas!), who was a ballet dancer, worked in customer service, modeled, and even dabbled in studying neuroscience before finding her niche as an entrepreneur extraordinaire. It actually relieved me to know that not everyone knows what they were born to do and sticks with it their entire educational career.
Have you ever gone to the career planning section of the library? It is ridiculous. Thankfully, some books were recommended to me so I didn't have to sift through all of them! As I was on the verge of anxiety about still not being able to figure what the heck I'm supposed to spend my life doing, Parker pointed out that I am in an awful big rush to be on my way somewhere when I have no deadline or reason to be in such a hurry. My goal with Miles from the beginning was to enjoy the first five years at home with him (a true luxury), working on my education along the way. Parker suggested that I experiment with classes each semester that I think might be interesting and see if I find anything that ignites a "Eureka!" moment. I finally felt like a big weight was lifted, and a sense of relief settled over me. I have plenty of years ahead of me for my career. Right now, I'm able to enjoy Miles's baby days fully and study by night. I feel so lucky.
On Monday, I'll be announcing August's giveaway!
Have a great weekend!
4 comments:
I use to hate the career planning days we had at school. I felt like I was the only one that had no clue about what they wanted to do. I think trying different subjects is the way to go. I did a few law papers in my first year at university. If I'm ever struggling to sleep I should get out my old text books!
Love this. Its so true. Take each day as is comes. You're lucky to be in the position you're in!
Enjoy Miles for sure b/c they do FLY by! My son's already 2?! Crazy. And you'll eventually come on to something as a career. Who knows, it might be blogging or graphic design. I see a bright future for you!
aww when my son asked me what I wanted to be when I grow up I almost had to hold back a few tears. I feel like I still have so much to do before I feel accomplished as a woman/wife/mother. I just told him, I wanted to be your mommy! he loved that answer :) FOund your blog through Operation Fabulous on Nap Time Review! Find me at ourlittlebig.blogspot.com
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