Karen, Thank you for your wise words! A dose of realism is always a good thing. I'd like to comment on a few things though... Nursing was hardly emotionally-charged career for me. In fact it was a choice made out of 'force'; I was 22, I have had some personal problems in the past which had been taken care of, and I had to do something! So I went to nursing school because I come from a healthcare-oriented background. (so it was the earsiest choice) I intended to switch to medicine, but never got in, so I ended up with a nursing degree and no doctor's title. The latter was okay, I didn't want to go to school for another 10-12 years... I met my boyfriend during this time and when I moved in with him, he had to 'support' me. I had my own money as well, though. I had a job and an 'allowance' which every dutch student gets I haven't been nursing at all for 2 years now, I'm a... well I don't know the word for it in english, but I work for the ministry of health, which means I get to sit behind a desk and write lengthy papers for the minister and talk on the phone with all kinds of people. (My work does involve national policy on nurses' education, though...:-)) I have always been singing. When I was 6 years old, my schoolteacher wrote songs for me because I liked to sing so much. I've only started taking serious lessons about 18 months ago and a made real progress.... I went from pop-ditties to Queen of the night...... I get accepted on every audition I do, people always, always comment me on my voice (in a positive way...;-)) So, It's been an item for a LONG time now. It feels as if things start to fall into place. But I also know the disadvantages of my age. And I know that living a singer's life is not always fun. It's hard work. I know. I do not see glitter and glamour, believe me. I do see however a way to make the most out of my talent, which I think I have. And you're right, nursing is always an option. So are thousands of other jobs. But still.... I think mike's words made sense as well. It's a tough choice!! (that's why I would love to know all your ideas and comments ans experiences!) Thanx, again Karen, Nande
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