As the New Year is approaching, I've been reflecting a lot on 2011. In this moment, I feel way behind on all my goals and dreams...but if I go through my year bit by bit in my mind I'm realizing I've accomplished quite a lot.
New Years Eve a year ago was spent with my dear friend Sheryl at a family friends party on Long Island. We were both unemployed, I was flat broke, living at home with my family, in a horrible school situation, and just plain miserable. One of my first accomplishments in the new year was to get a job at the Olive Garden. That turned into a nightmare for me...possibly being one of the worst jobs I have ever had in my life. The heavy dishware full of pasta and soup were just not meant to be carried by a girl with a proclivity for arthritis. The customers tended to be the cheapest of the cheap and the most unhealthy people (mind and body) I have ever had to deal with in my entire life! But the job did enable me to pay a portion of my bills. I also had to suffer through the last semester of school. School SUCKED. But I graduated. And in order to graduate I had to co direct a play. Something that I did not enjoy, but I'm glad I did. I started dating Gary in February and he has opened up so many opportunities to me. He welcomed me into his home. Upon graduation I was given the luxury of living in the heart of Manhattan. I have been able to easily get to auditions. When I first graduated I was financially screwed! But I started booking so much background work, and I got a job I love for a theatrical promotion company. During the week I am in the film and television world, and on weekends I am surrounded by Broadway and the Theater! I have been making a great living, I was able to afford Christmas gifts for my family this year...plus lots of STUFF for myself. I was also able to pay off a large chunk of 1 of my student loans and my car payments. Earlier in the year my sacroilitis was acting up...but since I have added certain supplements to my diet I've been feeling stronger and healthier than ever before. So, I need to stop feeling behind and not good enough and just continue to plug away at my goals.
I have a few small goals that there is no question MUST be accomplished next year. They are: Obtain Medical Insurance through work in the Industry. I am so close to qualifying for insurance through AFTRA, one of my unions. In 2012 I must dump my current overpriced insurance and switch over. Another goal is to lose a solid 10 pounds. I love working out and going to the gym...but I also love eating. My habits have improved and some weight has come off...but not enough. I need to pay off my high interest student loan. I also want to take a few acting/musical theater/dance classes. Unfortunately, due to my schedule it is impossible for me to study somewhere on a regular basis...but at some point this year I need to at least take a 1 day workshop. Later this year I'd also like to get a commercial agent and start auditioning. And lastly, I'd like to be able to do a forearm stand center floor in Yoga. I have the strength, I have the flexibility, and I can do it against the wall! I need a teacher to work with me so I feel confident enough to do it without help.
I also have a few goals that seem more far fetched to me...but I must still work for. One of them is to book a performance job on a cruise ship. I don't care if it involves wearing a Mickey Mouse costume for Disney. I want to be someplace that allows me to save money, pay my bills, and have fun! I also went on my first cruise this year and LOVED being on the water. A cruise ship job would be a dream job.
I believe 2012 is going to be fabulous. I'm going to make it fabulous. I hope everyone else has a Happy New Year and achieves their dreams too!
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