When I was a kid I had an especially active imagination. I was completely convinced I was going to be famous. I thought after watching Fame that maybe, I would end up in a performing arts school and become a famous dancer. Sadly I didn't make it far past the "tap, jazz, and ballet" trio that seemingly every other girl in the 80s was part of. I was always waiting for the day that I would be discovered and be in the movies. That didn't come to fruition regardless of my many breathtaking performances on home video. And perhaps my longest-running conviction was that one of the many bands I invented would someday tour the world opening for Bon Jovi. With no musical talent, bands like Foxy Moron never made it to the road.
The thing is, I've always had a desire to follow a dream but I've never done it. I've followed security and consistency. I never strived to be a teacher, although I will admit I grew into a damn good one. Covid put a lot of things into perspective for a lot of people, myself included. It wasn't until I got Covid and struggled with it that my perspective on life started to change. I decided I don't want to wait to chase my dreams anymore. Now my dreams have changed, I no longer dream about being on a tour bus or having a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. I've had a long-standing passion for design, problem-solving, and making a difference. Through research and deep conversations, I discovered the world of UX Design and dove in headfirst. Taking a certification course and interacting with industry professionals make my dream closer to becoming a reality every day.
I along with my partner, 2 dogs, parents, and brother are also fulfilling a lifelong dream of moving south to Florida. I cannot wait to wake up to sunshine, warm weather, and a fulfilling and exciting career!
To quote a line from one of my favorite movies Almost Famous, "It's all happening".
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