For those of you who don't already know, I've been searching for a few freelance writing opportunities to start my portfolio. Now that I am almost done with my first fiction novel which I hope is complete before my reality show & single parent organization fully launches. So for the past few months, I've been a very proud contributor to the National Silicon Valley Moms NJ Group, networking and writing along side other well accomplished writers/blogger moms from all over the U.S about parenting and every day issues we just feel like talking about. It's been a great experience and one I'll always be grateful for because it was a community where I could finally write next to other moms who shared my same passion for writing.
Now I'm going to be honest with how intimidating it was at first to have my articles posted next to one written by a well-known journalist, magazine editor, published author & even a television news reporter/writer. Even though I've been writing for as long as I could remember, I'm yet to become a published author and am just now at 28-years old working towards the goals I've always felt so passionate about. Both music & writing have been the catalyst for helping me get through the most toughest moments in my life, and have always felt it was the best escape when my current reality got too hard to deal with.
Everyone always says that talking about your feelings and emotions, is the best way to heal and move on from any situation. I'm sure for many that stands true to its' every word, but in my opinion that's easier said then done. When you feel like you're surrounded by family and friends who don't seem or want to make the effort to understand what you are going through, talking about your problems and expressing your fears becomes a much harder task then keeping all your feelings locked up inside. There were times were I'd find myself trying to explain myself 10 different ways before someone close to me could even begin to understand where I was coming from. Either way at the end a lot of times I'd feel even worse, because I felt by being open and talking about my feelings, it just opened up the doors of opportunity for those around me, who didn't really understand what I was going through to talk about me.
So I just found it easier to write about it because in doing so, I was free to write about what was on my mind: good or bad, with no limitations or worry on being judged or looked down upon. My journals have been my greatest savior in getting through some of the toughest times of my life, and always hoped that what ever my life purpose entailed that writing could be a part of it. For years, I've wanted to take steps to establish a writing career but lacked the confidence to take action on those desires. But now that I'm older and am beginning to realize how much writing has really helped me in the past years, I've come to realize that maybe I had always had what it took to be a successful writer, but was just too blinded by the troubles in my life to really see it. Not everyone likes to write and the ones that do are born with that passion for a reason, and it's up to us to take action when the opportunity presents itself to do something with it.
I had hoped by my age, I'd be already a successful, well-accomplished married woman with at least two kids by now and wish I had seen years ago what I do now, I have to believe that I am where I was meant to be. The things in my past are a big part of who I am today, and if things happened differently I might not have the ambitions and motivation to do the great things I am setting out to do now. I'm a big believer in everything happens for a reason, good or bad. It's up to us whether we want to turn the obstacles in positive opportunities and let them wear us down further into a dark, hole of more negativity.
The good thing is that no matter where we are in our lives, no matter the challenges and hardships we are currently facing or our current circumstances. We all have the power to make an instant decision to change the moment we feel the desire and inspiration to do so. Each brand new day is a gift and a blessing we should be grateful for because it's a new opportunity to make the decision to turn our lives around.
Even though I am sadden by the news that my time with the Silicon Valley Moms Group is coming to an end due to the rising costs of keeping the group going, I will forever grateful to Vanessa D. for believing in me enough to offer me this wonderful opportunity. I'm walking away with a great network of friends and a brand new level of confidence as a writer. I believe in my heart that this is just the beginning of a great career as a writer and that SV Moms Group have opened the doorway to other great writing opportunities.
Thank you Silicon Valley Mom Contributors, Vanessa D and the Management/Editing team for letting me be a part of such a great community. I've enjoyed networking and writing with you all.
To get a glimpse of some of the articles I've written for the Silicon valley Moms NJ Group click on the article links below. Happy Reading!
Have You Signed "Oprah's No Phone Zone Yet? (Published: June 16, 2010)
It All Started With a Simple Thought. (Published: May 6, 2010)
**Stay tuned for my latest article post: "Single Mom & Dating". Will post as soon as it's available!
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