I remember once, as I was walking along Ped Mall in Iowa City, I promised myself that career will be my priority. I have always wanted to climb up the corporate ladder, with doctorate degree. I was a very ambitious person.
My journey towards getting the so called ‘dream’ career was a bumpy but fulfilling journey. It wasn’t like walking in a garden with colorful butterflies and sounds of chirping birds.
Finally, at the age of 26, I have found the ‘place’ where I could give my all. But being a mother, there is always this dilemma of being at home, watching our child grow, and taking care of them instead of sending them to caretaker.
The never ending dilemma was on-going for the past 2 years. It wasn’t easy when I have (finally) found the place to grow.
I sacrificed my time with my family when I was pursuing my MBA. There is always something that we need to sacrifice. Be it money, time, career or other things. We post beautiful things on social media but others will never know the pain that we went through behind that smile.
My journey will never be easy moving forward. I am taking the road not taken. The path that never crossed my mind when I was having my favorite Caramel Macchiato at T-Spoon 5 years back.
Well, new road opens up new adventures, new opportunities, different views of life. Whatever path you are taking, always do your best. Never let yourself down 🙂
Looking forward to more post in the future 🙂
Love, Hana
Magical Realism 