About Me: My Dream Job

In case you missed it, I recently started a little "About Me" series. I'm working through a list of things I want my kids to know about me. I thought it was sort of a cool getting-to-know-you project and would also be nice for this scrapbook that Reid will eventually look through.

Here's what I've done so far:

1. List 20 random facts about yourself

2. Describe 3 legitimate fears you have and explain how they became fears

3. Describe your relationship with your spouse

4. List 10 things you would tell your 16 year-old self, if you could

5. What are the 5 things that make you most happy right now?

6. If you could have three wishes, what would you wish for?
7. What is your dream job and why?



Oh boy, here we go. What is my dream job? I have no stinkin' clue, I tell ya!

Here's the thing... I've always wanted to do the same things... kind of.  Everything has basically fallen into three major categories:

Performer: Since I was little, I sang, danced, modeled, acted, and pranced around like a total diva in a tom-boy shell. Whether in costume and makeup on a brightly lit stage, or shakin' it through the house with my hair brush microphone... I was happiest puttin' on a show. I was specifically interested in musical theatre. Wait, I still am... is it too late?!

Journalist: A lot of ideas I had over the years fall into this category - magazine columnist, news anchor, investigative reporter, storm chaser, photojournalist... the list goes on and on. I think I liked the sense of adventure, plus again, it's creating something and I've always liked that.

Helper: I've always wanted to help people and one way I seriously considered doing that was by becoming a counselor/therapist. I was a class short of a minor in college and the thought of grad school made me break out in hives so that was out. =)

You probably know I ended up getting a degree in journalism and broadcasting from Oklahoma State. I specialized in public relations after taking an intro class. My professor had done PR at a children's hospital. It seemed like it was right up my alley and that I'd still be making a difference in the world.

After graduation, I got a job selling shoes at Dillard's until I could find something in my field. I ended up taking a job as the Public Relations Director with our local school district. It's not the PR job I envisioned. In addition to this job, we started our photography business.

I suppose at this point, I've pretty well given up on the intense career options. I'd still love to be a helper and I love to write and certainly love photography. I guess maybe my ideal job, right now at least, would be working from home, part time and being a stay-at-home mom the other part (which is certainly work in and of itself). I'm thinking pro photographer, blogger, MOM.

I want a job that allows me to watch Reid grow more up-close... one that lets me be more hands-on with his upbringing. I want a job that allows me to wear sweat pants and tennis shoes. I want a job that allows me time to bake, clean, and decorate. I want a job that allows me more cuddles with my boy. I want a job that allows me to be creative and allows me opportunities to help others. I want a job that helps me be more positive and less anxious. I want a job that doesn't feel like a job. I want what I do to matter.