So. Update. It just looks like this isn't my time to go to grad school. Which is OK!
Maybe it's a good thing. I've never really had any sort of disappointment. I mean I've been lucky usually things work out the way I want them to, so maybe this is a time for things NOT to go the way I want them to and I can see for myself that things will work out. I'm bummed sure, but there is always next year.
In the mean time, I will move back home and work, work, work. I want to find a new job and then possibly a second one. I have worked at the same restaurant for the past 6 years. It was my very first job and they let me come back and work whenever I want to, which is very nice but since my employment will no longer be short term, I may look for someplace else.
While in Wichita, I'm going to try to take some voice lessons to strengthen my singing voice. A couple people have recommended a lady so I've emailed her asking her to see what she can do, if she could fit me into her schedule.
I will just try to save money and try again next year for grad school, and if that doesn't work maybe move to Chicago and take some classes at Second City.
This is all super scary but exciting at the same time. I'm gonna take this time to figure things out for myself. I think the worst part is going to be the pressure I will get from my parents. They are very particular about how they want things to turn out for me, and I just have to go with what feels best for me.
Yipes. Wish me luck y'all.
Dyllie, a year off between grad school and undergrad is the BEST thing. It gives you time to really think about what you want and prevent school burn-out. At the end of the year you'll know for SURE whether grad school is right for you or not. I recommend trying to do some professional theater work along with your "real" job to help boost your resume and give you some real world experience. My professional experience in my year off was invaluable. You have every right to be disappointed, and sometimes non-theatrical post-school life sucks....majorly....but this is an exciting time and I guarantee that you will learn a lot about yourself! It'll all work out amazingly, I just know it!
ReplyDeleteYea. I'm bummed I am moving back in with my parents. Which isn't the worst, I'll be able to save up a lot of money, and am alreayd talking to some theatre companies in Wichita...
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