Take charge: Make a plan.
At
age 13, I wrote my first story. In high school, I fantasized about becoming an
interpreter at the United Nations. In university, I earned degrees in
translation, journalism, and applied communication. In my early and mid-career
professional life, I translated my education into corporate writing gigs. In my
late-stage career, I became a college writing instructor.
I
have loved it all, and what has there been not to love? My chosen line of work
has always included a creative element; my skills have evolved and improved
over the decades; I have had some writing published, some of it even for money;
and I’ve been successful as an educator.
Today,
with all my combined skills and experience, I am becoming comfortable
describing myself as a writer, and I am ready to look ahead to the next chapter
of my life.
As
I head towards my 60th birthday, I want to ensure that my transition
into ‘retirement’ – whether two years or five years away – is deliberate and
satisfying. This is why I am looking ahead and planning writing workshops and
retreats.
Sure,
the plan might change along the way, but I would much rather change the plan
than be lost without one.
If you’re curious about my plans,
please subscribe to this blog to receive updates on my progress and for
invitations to events along the way.
Amanda
#amwriting #amplanning #amgrowing
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