Many friends & colleagues of mine have tossed out the word "professional actress" my way, in relation to my career--and I really must say that I, in fact, am faking it. Well, not really.
Its just that in all of my life, I don't take it that seriously. I hold onto this world lightly and appreciate the blessings handed down to me, the opportunities to work as both a teacher & an actress, yes, even a writer, in short, the ability to create & tap into my artistic side with the luxury of having my bills paid.
So, I fake it. Well, not really. I think it comes down to the very idea that I know I am good & worth the time & the effort one puts into me. I will work hard because I am confident that I can do whatever task is handed to me, to the best of my abilities & be proud of my efforts & the outcome. (For I know all that has been given to me, the resources & opportunities, are provided for my learning, personal growth, & advancement of others. (And, yes, myself, TG!)
So, in a sense, its confidence, not professionalism. But, if you were wish be to call me "professional", I thank you with a humble heart & appreciate the thought.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Moths to Blessings
Well, its been an awfully long time since I have transcribed words across this 'here blog' and yet I am a little unsure of what to write.
A lot has happened in my life since the last entry, as in I finished the aforementioned play, which birthed into Scrooge, A Magical Musical, which in a way solidified my calling as an actress & singer, and inspired the impulse to keep writing--as in an idea for a screenplay floated through my consciousness during that production, mainly something along the lines of "A Twisted Meg Ryan Movie". Very shortly I will once again trespass across the boards at 'Ye Ole Randall Theatre" in the upcoming production of "The Elephant Man!"
But, what I really have been thinking of late is how finding my calling has brought such transformation and healing into my life. In fact, the word for 2012, regardless of the "meme" for that year, for me personally, is "Redemption". And, in a sense, because of all that transpired in that year, I find myself truly understanding that word in its fullest sense, even though I have studied the very word for many a year now.
Because of my getting back into the wonderful world of the stage, I truly found healing, more of which than ever possible on the couch of a psychotherapist! I've learned the value of honoring your word & keeping to your commitments. I've learned that the heart is wide & accepting of so much love, if you allow it--and even, that I am a time-lady, truly, and have the capacity to love more than one, and yet still honoring the one my heart, mind, & soul is bethrothed.
I've realized what it means to be truly, "In God's Will"--to truly "step out in faith, follow his leading, & trust". I've seen God work, provide, move, and do miracles in many of my friends lives, from being brought back from the brink of death and the list goes on...and on...and on...
Its not all been easy, and I wouldn't want to go back and relive it, but I am grateful for each step, each moment---if only for the amazing friends that have become family in my life now, and the lessons of love that have been brought my way.
Daily I am astounded by the beauty & love that I am blessed with, by the people God surrounds me with!
I pray every day for God to continue to "push my boundaries further" so I can know more of the great love He has for me & venture into more & more places to discover more of myself & be me to my fullest potential!
He who has ears to hear, let him hear
A lot has happened in my life since the last entry, as in I finished the aforementioned play, which birthed into Scrooge, A Magical Musical, which in a way solidified my calling as an actress & singer, and inspired the impulse to keep writing--as in an idea for a screenplay floated through my consciousness during that production, mainly something along the lines of "A Twisted Meg Ryan Movie". Very shortly I will once again trespass across the boards at 'Ye Ole Randall Theatre" in the upcoming production of "The Elephant Man!"
But, what I really have been thinking of late is how finding my calling has brought such transformation and healing into my life. In fact, the word for 2012, regardless of the "meme" for that year, for me personally, is "Redemption". And, in a sense, because of all that transpired in that year, I find myself truly understanding that word in its fullest sense, even though I have studied the very word for many a year now.
Because of my getting back into the wonderful world of the stage, I truly found healing, more of which than ever possible on the couch of a psychotherapist! I've learned the value of honoring your word & keeping to your commitments. I've learned that the heart is wide & accepting of so much love, if you allow it--and even, that I am a time-lady, truly, and have the capacity to love more than one, and yet still honoring the one my heart, mind, & soul is bethrothed.
I've realized what it means to be truly, "In God's Will"--to truly "step out in faith, follow his leading, & trust". I've seen God work, provide, move, and do miracles in many of my friends lives, from being brought back from the brink of death and the list goes on...and on...and on...
Its not all been easy, and I wouldn't want to go back and relive it, but I am grateful for each step, each moment---if only for the amazing friends that have become family in my life now, and the lessons of love that have been brought my way.
Daily I am astounded by the beauty & love that I am blessed with, by the people God surrounds me with!
I pray every day for God to continue to "push my boundaries further" so I can know more of the great love He has for me & venture into more & more places to discover more of myself & be me to my fullest potential!
He who has ears to hear, let him hear
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)