....And you'll never work a day in your life.
I try and keep an open mind about possible options for my future. For years I have had my mind set on teaching whether it is early childhood, elementary or even special education settings. I am still on that track, but there are so many other possibilities, I just want to make sure I'm considering them all.
Almost every time I talk to my Dad, he always manages to slip in "options" for me. They're usually the same options: pediatrician, lawyer, psychologist "for kids" (he adds that last part to appeal to me more), or anything that requires a PhD or lots of schooling. If it's not suggestions, he always has some story about a teacher he met who is miserable and hates her job because she's poor and is stressed about her class. My Dad equates happiness to money. If I am making a lot of money, then there is no doubt I will be happy. Maybe he's just old school. Maybe I am young and naive. I know there's a lot I can do if I made a lot of money. However, I also feel strongly that if I am passionate and love doing my career, then I will always be happy.
So, sorry pops, I'm definitely not going to become a lawyer or a psychologist, but I am still thinking about other careers, summer jobs, and hobbies! I've always been really interested in baking and ever since I went to Europe I've been thinking about opening my own cafe because I loved them so much. I've also been thinking about going to another country, for a summer perhaps, to teach english. My neighbors are totally living the dream because they were abroad for a little and they came back and opened up Go Ape! I would love to open up some outdoorsy type business.
Well, whatever it may be, as I keep exploring my options, I just want it to be something where I can always give smiles and make people smile and encourage people to have a more positive lifestyle.
Love,
Melina Sabrina
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