Out Of The Spotlight

As a child I thought it would be neat to be a Movie Star like Ginger on Gilligan's island, who seemed Glamorous on a deserted island even though far away from all publicity. As a teen being a movie star was no longer my dream I dreamed of being a singer but one who would inspire humanity It did not matter to me if I made it to the spotlight or not I wanted to do something that I love doing As I got older my dreams changed Most of my dreams got pushed aside do to tending to the realities of day to day living It became much more important to encourage my children in their education so they could reach for their dreams Tell one day my daughter came along and encouraged me to reach toward my dreams, which inspired me to continue my education after a several year break I am not concerned about the spotlight or how much money I will make I want to encourage other's and help them through tough times If I am able to also inspire them to try to reach for their dreams That is worth more than a financial bottom line Thinking back I am thankful to not have been in the spotlight After all it is best to view a star from afar I enjoy my simple lifestyle and anonymity A lifestyle of Movie Star is not the life for me It would be tough to have ever mistake (whether real or fake) in every gossip newspaper or magazine That don't sound like peaceful living at least not to me I am content to stay out of the spotlight and live each day and do the best that I can

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