Just Because...: Looking Forward...

Wednesday, December 28, 2005

Looking Forward...

Pastor Joel Osteen talked about the importance of moving on with one's life. What a kick in the butt, right? It started me thinking and I'm happy to say that the wheels are in motion propelling me to get my life in order. So much so, I've actually begun to put together my budget for next year, started to organize that monstrosity that I call my closet, attempted to figure out the items out of my wardrobe that are going to either charity or to eBay (my *travel* charity) and, as of this month, this gal has officially been with my firm for 2 years.

Also, in the looking forward category - I received my invitation to the Grammys this year and am now in the planning stages for my LA trip in February. On the agenda, in addition to the numeorous meetings and lack of sleep, I have plans to visit this spa, do some shopping, dinner at one of my favorite restaurants (they make one of the best Egyptian martinis and, contrary to this write-up, are not terribly expensive) and, after many years of working together via phone, 'net and fax, I am finally going to meet up with one of my favorite publicists. Also, there will be the yearly trip to the WB to visit Reese and, as an added bonus maybe Mr. Swooney (Clooney) would be on the lot that day. Reese also told me that PC and I will have to find time to visit this place. In June, a trip is in the works to Sin City for Meowmix's birthday. All of this and still so much more to look forward to.

In reflecting, compared to where I was a couple years ago, I'm much better off now. I don't have clients that won't pay. I don't have to worry about offending someone at every turn. I don't have to face pressure to "think" about converting my religion. I don't have to deal with a crazy non-boyfriend's mother's psychotic episodes. I don't have to worry about how to pay the rent, creditors, and invent new ways to cook ramen noodles. I don't have to worry about cooking dinner for an army for Sunday dinner. (How the hell did I get stuck with that anyways?) I don't have to worry about working temp jobs between tour dates because the management can't afford to pay my fees but need me on the road anyways. I don't have to worry about going to places like Blue Ash, Ohio or Allison, Iowa and trying to find a Starbucks or Dunkin' Donuts for that town's safety (and my sanity). I don't have to listen to 70s and 80s bubblegum pop every ****** second. I *rarely* have to deal with crazy fans anymore. And most of all, I don't have to worry about having to deal with the non-paying client's manager ANY MORE! (That's a HUGE relief into itself - you have NO idea.)

In a weird way, much like a cat, with a few scrapes and nicks, I can gladly say that I have landed on my feet. The journey was "interesting" to say the least, however I think I'm looking forward more to the journey ahead and anticipated success rather than looking to the past.

2006 - Bring it on! I think I can handle it.

Labels: Memories, Random Mess

Posted by Lys :: 6:16 PM :: 2 comments

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Wednesday, December 28, 2005