Let's take this down to the core of the matter. Sturgill Simpson is a phenomenal singer songwriter who started to release music in his mid 30's after spending years working in regular jobs. His wife saw his malaise and downward worldview, and told him to pursue his dream of making music. Now, after merely four years, he is appearing on stages across the country and playing to thousands after the release of his incredible third album A Sailor's Guide to Earth. You can read all about him here.
What does this have to do with me? Well, I am now a stay at home dad, recently unemployed from a job that absolutely sucked the life out of me. I am renovating a bathroom, and next a bedroom. I do the laundry, dishes, housework, and take care of our kids while my wife follows her career path. I am starting back at college in January. But mostly, I am able to write. I am able to sit down and work on my novel. Like late last night, after not being able to sleep, I added 1200 words at 1:12 AM.
Sometimes life gets in the way of what you really want to do. Trust me, I am hustling to make a bit of extra money freelancing and doing some yard work and things for neighbors and friends. But, as a soon to be 37 year old, it is incredibly rewarding to have the ability to do something I love.
As Ferris Bueller said, "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around for a minute... you could miss it."
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