I did it! I finally did it! It was tough and I am still full of skepticism and doubt, but I decided to break the venomous cycle that I have been stuck in. For several years, I have been working jobs strictly for, or based on, the money, benefits, or both, without the proper regard for my wants or needs. I am not saying that having these jobs was a mistake, but my reasons for being in these positions were not conducive to what I wanted or need to be.
I know I have a long and difficult road in front of me and I am not finished making tough choices. There will be more sacrifices ahead. I have a lot of work to do and the road will not be an easy one, but I know that it is the right path for me.
I want to read more and I want to write more. I want to read stories and I want to tell stories. I want to be more creative and I want the freedom to experiment with the written word. Thank you all for joining me on this journey.