Lately I've been thinking a lot about why I chose my field of work. Not necessarily just mine but everyone's. It seems that lately everyone I talk to is not doing what they want to do, myself included. Why do I go to a Hospital everyday and help doctors by testing their patient's hematology and chemistry levels? I thought it was what I wanted to do, right? I like science, Med Techs have great job security and decent pay. But really, why am I doing this? All day at work I think about what I would be doing if I didn't have to be here. Diane, my trainer at work says that she always wanted to be gemologist, or a cosmetologist. She loves rocks and she loves hair. Why does she come to the hospital everyday too? Dave, another one of my trainers, was a pastor in a church, and then a psychologist, so why does he too come to the hospital everyday instead of doing something he loves like psychology or theology? I look at them as they talk about their past dreams they have long since given up and it truly breaks my heart. I have a few theories but none of them really explain why so many people fall into the trap of doing what is easiest instead of what makes them happy. I think it is probably a combination of fear and laziness. I vow to never fall into that trap. For now, this IS what I want to be doing. I am still too young in this field to reject all it has to offer and I know that there are things for me to learn and to love, I just have to find them.
However, there is nothing in this field or any other that can lure me from what I really want to be: a Mother.
Elena Marie Moreno, My niece. Born August 30, 2008
5 comments:
Its the most amazing feeling ever. I would do it all again for her. We are currently taking requests for a surrogate mother if you want in. There will be a heavy screening process.
Hurray! You will be the bestest mom!
Hey Sara ... it's Cortnie Potter - Alison's friend. I noticed one of your comments on her blog and decided to ck out yours to see what you have been up to ... and wow, I really liked this last post. I know so many people that are doing what pays the bills but not what they love - my husband included! He left CBIZ and is working for a big 4 firm - KPMG in San Jose. Even though he likes it better than CBIZ - he is still not crazy about accounting and so, he is looking into something that he is passionate about... but until then - he still needs that paycheck! But I agree with your mom - you will be a great momma !!
Thanks. I saw a thing on TV with a girl that lives next to a lighthouse in North Carolina and gives historic tours. She just walks up and down stairs all day talking to people and looking at the beach from on top of a lighthouse. I think I could love that.
What a great post. I am so glad that you are looking forward to being a mother. That desire will make you the best mom!
I hope you don't mind that I stumbled upon your blog!
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