Do You Guys Like Your Jobs? Really? Come On, Be Honest.

[benevolntgoddess1]

--- In HPFGU-OTChatter at yahoogroups.com, At 11:47 PM +0000 5/5/03, 
Cindy C. wrote:
>Hey,
>
>I've been contemplating getting back into the job market one of
>these days, hopefully not too soon, mind. And every time I think
>about it, it depresses me. Does *anyone* like their job? What kind
>of job is it, and why do you like it?

I love my job, I'm an artist, making carnival masks which I sell at 
shows and online. I also do a bit of web design on the side. I do 
several craft and art shows a year, which I love doing. Meeting 
people and talking about art and possibilities is great fun. Seeing 
folks try on my pieces is wonderful - unfortunately, art is expensive 
and sales are hard to come by a lot of times because I have to charge 
so much. If it is something that interests you and you can put the 
time and effort into travelling for shows, you *can survive on it. I 
really enjoy both web design and my art. Unfortunately, the shows 
that people spend money at are really seasonal, so I have to look for 
a 9-5, which I just dread. 

For a very long time I was a theater and TV professional, both in 
front of the audience and behind the scenes.  Being a single mom 
doesn't lend to rehearsals that end at midnight, though – so life 
changed. When my little one is old enough, I'll be back there. If you 
love entertainment, go for it, but have a backup plan because the 
hours and pay are terrible, but it's the most fun you'll ever have. 

Good Luck!
BG