Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Tell 'er she's dreamin'

It's true, I am dreaming. I am sitting here dreaming about where I would like to be in life and it seems unrealistic. But that's the beauty of dreaming. My life is nice, I have a lovely husband, two gorgeous girls, a nice house but it's time for me to get back to work. BC (before children) I worked in Law and I could go back to this. I was an excellent Paralegal, I was efficient, punctual, knowledgable, a team player, etc etc. but the hours were very looong and I have to consider travel time now too. If I work in Brisbane I would be away from my girls from 6am to 6pm and that is not including over time and work functions.

I just can't do this with my two girls right now. In my dream, I am available to drop my girls off in the morning and pick them up in the afternoon. It is really hard to find a satisfying job to fit these hours. So, I dream instead.
My dream would be to work from home, writing light hearted fun pieces for local papers, magazines or blogs. I also wouldn't be afraid of more hard hitting pieces. I would furiously meet each deadline with hours to spare. The boss would clap me on the back. I'd smile and get back to the typewriter (I use a typewriter in my dreams), back to writing because I can start another piece before school pick up. I'd also be a great speller with excellent grammar. Then in my time between articles, I would be a product photographer, I have the equipment, I have the dreams, I am only short the products. In my other dream I am a Supermodel. Ahh, it's so much fun to dream.

What are your dreams?

19 comments:

  1. I dream of writing from home as well...the products would be a lovely bonus! It's hard to find a job that fits school hours and pays reasonably well. At the moment I work night shift - which is quite blah, but it's what we have to do. In the meantime, I will keep dreaming....and take some steps to turn those dreams into reality.

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  2. Hi Debbie, At the moment I'd do it for free, if it meant I was on the right track. Not realistic either. At least we can to practice our writing in the meantime. :) Thanks for commenting. Rachel

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  3. I hear you. I'd love to write a book. I've had the idea in my head for more than 20 years but haven't started putting it on paper yet. I hope you find something that suits you and your family :)

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  4. Misha, What sort of book? Have you visited the "Farmers got a wife" blog. She has been putting her book on there chapter by chapter. I am always so impatient for the next chapter. I hope you do start your book - i'll definitely read it. Rachel x

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  5. Sometimes, after a long day at work (or often, and even longer day at home with the Small Child!) I dream of decorating cakes, or being a chocolatier. Bliss!

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  6. Oh Ms Mandie, Just like the book (or movie) Chocolat. That's is a lovely dream.

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  7. I really want to open my own bento goodies online store. But I was just a receptionist BC.. and have no knowledge of accounting or business startup etc.. but now my lil squirts are growing a little bit maybe I can spend sometime learning.. you have giving me inspiration :) thank you for ur post!

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  8. I dream of writing. (not really surprising for a blogger I know) One day I just know it will no longer be a dream but reality

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  9. Yvette, I love that dream. There are so many places out there to provide information. I think your dream could be a reality. Very exciting! Rachel x

    Rihanna, I need some of your positivity, you are definitely going to achieve your dreams. Rxx

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  10. Yep I love your dream of making a living from writing as well ... imagine if I could be the PAID editor of Footprints magazine instead of a volunteer! I think I'd die of happiness ;-)

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  11. PS I reckon you should try approaching your local paper, see if they want you to do a regular column xxx

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  12. Hi Footprints, Being the paid editor would be excellent. I hope that happens eventually. I have contacted the local paper, but they aren't responding. I'll keep contacting them until they do. What I may lack in experience, I make up for in persistance :)

    Rachel x

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  13. I want to write, I dream of it, have always dreamt of it. There's a novel in me... somewhere.
    I hope you find something to keep you happy and fit in with your family.
    Also, my necklace arrived, thank you so so much x

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  14. Hi Becky, I am glad you received the necklace. You should write a novel, you are such a good writer. I mentioned in a earlier comment about the blog "the farmers has a wife' (I got the name wrong earlier - sorry)

    http://bushmumma.blogspot.com.au/p/book.html

    She is writing a book and puts the chapters up regularly. I think she is fantastic and it's a great way to get into the novel writing. I would love to read whatever you write. Rachel x

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  15. Ohhh how wonderful it would be to work from 930-230 with days off for parent help/school carnivals as you please... I would be a photographer in my dreams... Ahhh yes, dreams. :-)

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  16. I have a maid, personal assistent, daily chef, ironing lady, Oversaes holidays every 6 months, perfect children, Im skinny and eat what I want and have somewhere to wear all my shoes.....Sorry what....I was dreaming !!!! Rachel you are on your way, your blog is awesome and you have really awesome friends
    Love Miss T xx

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  17. I dream of making movies; writing them and directing them. I know it's far out, but I would love to do it.

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  18. Clancy, those hours would be perfect. I love your blog and you take great photos. You have a great eye. Fingers crossed that dream will come your way too. Rxx

    Miss T, I do have awesome friends, very funny ones too that keep me in giggles.

    Jess, What an amazing dream!! If you want any extras (or stars) count me in. Have you written any scripts yet? I'd need it fairly soon to practice my lines :) Keep dreaming big. I love it!!

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  19. In my dream I am in a Parisian cafe near the Eiffel Tower....

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