So I’ve been reading Joy Williams’ blog lately, and it’s been great catching up on her life. She’s married now, writing music, and living life to it’s fullest…which we all definitely should try to do. I don’t know…I’m in a weird place right now…and it was sort of inspiring to read the first part of [...]
So I’ve been reading Joy Williams’ blog lately, and it’s been great catching up on her life. She’s married now, writing music, and living life to it’s fullest…which we all definitely should try to do.
I don’t know…I’m in a weird place right now…and it was sort of inspiring to read the first part of her latest blog post. It made me realize how “security” can be false…how anything can be temporary and uncertain, no matter how permanent or certain they seem to be. And that it takes a little passion and determination to really achieve your dreams.
Okay, well, that last part is not really in there…but she totally touches on that. Passionate people live the lives they want to live.
I’m ultimately living the life I want to live…but I’m uncertain. Comes with the name “Aaron,” I suppose. Lately, I’ve been applying to jobs. JOBS. Real-life jobs. I’ve had one interview so far…and I’ve been filling out applications and sending out resumes like a mo-fo. Like a lot of people in the country (and after listening to President Obama’s press conference this afternoon), I know I’m not alone in the uncertainty. There are a lot of people that don’t know how they are going to pay their mortgage. Or put food on the table. Or buy their kids clothes. These are just facts of these dire and unfortunate times our country is facing in regard to the economy.
I’m reminded every day that I’m not rich. I cringe when I write my rent check. I spent the weekend rolling quarters, nickels, and dimes.
But I’m healthy, I’m happy, and I’m doing what I enjoy.
Sure, I can continue filling out job applications…and yeah, I could afford nicer things, nicer clothes, a better apartment, and maybe even a girlfriend if I had a “9-to-5.” But I don’t think I would be as happy. I think I just needed to hear that other people are in the same place I’m in. I need to realize that I’m not alone…and then continue to focus on what makes me happy and making it work. And most of all, I need to continue to believe in God’s faithfulness.
Word.