I was laying in bed this morning, thinking about the future, and I smiled.
If you are a follower of my social media, you’ve seen my post about how I will be parting ways with my current employer soon. I’ve been in the financial industry for most of my adult life. It’s a way to make a living, but, it’s not been the career I thought I wanted.
Back when I was starting out, I had this dream after graduating high school. I would pursue a career at a major company and I’d get to go to work every day in a suit and carry a briefcase with important work. Whatever that work would be, I never got that far. I just wanted to make a living wage. Back in the day, there was a significant struggle.
But what I wanted to do was write.
You may have seen me mention that I’ve been writing since the age of five. That’s not an exaggeration. I first started pursuing publication at fourteen and have been at it ever since. But, of course, the bills had to be paid, and we had to keep a roof over our heads. My SO wasn’t very supportive of my dream, so I worked.
Fast forward to the 2020s and my dream of publication came true. Still, I knew I had to maintain the 9 to 5. Most positions in publishing were too far away for me to pursue. Most people in Delaware work in the banking industry since it is known as the Banking Capital of the World. But anyone with experience in the financial sector knows that you can never guarantee continued employment. Yes, I know that’s with most jobs, but the financial industry — well, you only have to Google to see what the situation is.
However, with the constantly evolving job market and the availability of remote positions, I came to the realization that it was indeed the right time for me to pursue my true passion. Way past time. The feeling I had suppressed for many years was coming back. I wanted to write.
However, the bills still have to be paid.
All right, that’s a given, but why can’t I pursue a career in the industry? I believe it’s never too late to work at doing what you love. There is nothing more important than that. I have worked at places where my colleagues were so stressed they went home in tears every day. I have been feeling quite stressed myself lately. No position is more important than your health. Remember that!
So I have been applying to various publishing houses and video game creators. Yes, that’s right, I have been applying as a video game writer, combining two passions. How perfect is that?
I don’t know what the future will bring and yes, I’m scared, but I’m also hopeful too. I have the opportunity I’ve been waiting for.
Wish me luck.
Peace,
Wendy
Author WA Simpson 