Liberation!!!

Just because I do this often, doesn't make it any easier!

Since moving to New York 3 years ago, I have moved 4 times, held 3 jobs and made $0 in the profession I'm pursuing (acting). And yet, I take another plunge into the unknown fully confident of landing on my feet, because...well... it is New York City!

My most recent job of serving coffee to the rich and occasionally famous clientele of Tribeca ended this past Sunday. After two years in lower Manhattan, I walked away feeling a great sense of relief. I've met so many great folks who are now good friends of mine, shared many stories across the counter and even managed to make some connections in the business and gain some babysitting clients! I do not look forward to having to start paying for my coffee, but I do look forward to not having to work for tips! Yes, I am determined to never return to the restaurant business! Despite its immediate and lucrative return, it makes me jaded toward people, as a whole. Not good. So I leave it behind!

Coincidentally (I don't actually believe in coincidence), my final weekend at work fell on opening weekend for a show in which I'm performing. It's called Dear Brutus written by JM Barrie (author of Peter Pan). A delightful ensemble piece where I get to work with such fun actors. The past month of rehearsing til late in the night, then having to wake up for work, has been incredibly draining, but the hard work has paid off for our run. Such a joy to perform and play on stage! It's actually the perfect transition. Moving from what I had to do to what I love to do! Soon I'll get paid for it, so I can just love my work all the time! I know, I know-- I'm a dreamer!