Dancing through life...
Whenever life gets really bad, like it is now, I always think of that Fiyero song from Wicked:
"Dancing through life...
Skimming the surface
Gliding where turf is smooth..."
Sometimes it helps.
Other times, it's best just to stay in bed.
I had a really bad day today, and tomorrow is going to be even worse. You see, I've been a newspaper reporter for a major metropolitan paper for a lot of years now. I used to believe that newspapers could weather any storm. Now I'm not so sure. There's yet another round of layoffs, and I think my number is up this time.
So I can keep dancing or give up. I think I'll put on that red tutu and try a few new steps. (Then I'll cry and take a nap.) What else can you do?
52 comments:
Aw sweetie - keep dancing! Keep doing what you love (like blogging??) to get you through hard times. These photos are beautiful. Wishing you luck with your job!
xo
Shannon of
** Happiness Is...**
I truly hope you survive this next round. I know what it is like to sit and wait your turn. When it comes, its a shock regardless of the severence and what not they throw at you. Its especially painful when you are leaving your heart behind in the whole process. I think its human nature to lift your chin and say.. absolutely.. Im fine, and you may even believe it for a day or two, but there will be days when the thought of getting out of bed to start the whole job search process is just impossible. What ever your emotions are, know that what ever happens to you, its happening for a reason. You may not know the reason now, or even a year from now, but at some point you are going to in a new position somewhere, and you its going to hit you. In the meantime, take a deep breath, unplug your alarm clock, grab a few good books, snuggle down in bed and just be. Have faith.
I wish you well.
good luck my dear, and hugs and happy thoughts.
there's this saying that goes something like... if you're gonna walk on ice you might as well dance. dance, my lovely, dance. I'm giving advice I might as well take myself. but it's hard. to take your own advice. that's why i'm giving it away. to you. you are a brilliant woman. much love. xoxoxo
I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! Times are indeed tough, but I think we can also count our blessings, too. It's hard to see the big picture now, but this too shall pass... You're a rockstar! xx
thinking of you during this stressful time Tina! Hoping that your time isn't up, but knowing you'll get through even if it is. Chin up dear! Dance on... :)
Finger cross, that all goes well for you! And dance, dance, dance! This is just the right attitude. Hope, the good times are just arround the corner
aw shucks, that is no fun :(
stay positive!
Dear Tina, Good luck. I know that no matter what you will find the right dance, & even though traditional papers may fold - stories will never die. No doubt you saw that they brought back an online version of Domino www. lonnymag.com
Hope is all we have, and the music.
Hiding our heads under the covers one more time, tea and bikkies.
good luck with this Tina ... thinking of you
xo
Oh gee, that's gotta be tough. I'm sure you'll weather through it no matter what happens. Seems like you've got a pretty positive attitude. And "dancing through life" is a great way to stay above water! (ps: just saw Wicked for the first time last week!!! Great moment:) xx LZ
THe red tutu is the only thing that will help....good luck, xv.
sending you hugs my dear blog friend.
Let's hope not darling...if so, then I have to click 'Martha' again! That would help to cheer you up a little more huh?!
xo*
We could always do with a journo of your calibre down here in Australia! I say rock that meeting tomorrow in the red tutu and see if the number crunchers have the guts to fire you.
xxx
Sending much love and hugs... My dear please keep dancing.
Love you.
xo
Keep dancing, I hope it goes well and not bad !
1) I love these photographs, and the words, and this post. This is just really beautiful.
2) They just can not lay you off. Stay optomistic. I am sure it won't happen.
3) If it does, make the best of it. When one door closes, another one usually opens...
Oh, Tina.
I hope it doesn't go as badly as you think it will.
Either way, I'm thinking of you.
Courage!!
Well people keep telling me that s**t happens for a reason, so we have to hold faith with that. This is from someone who didn't want to come out from under the safe duvet this morning either...
Thinking of you Tina and I know that no matter what happens, a ton of new doors will open, just for you. Red tutu and all! oxo
So sorry, Tina. I love the song "I Hope You Dance." It always helps me get through life.
i loved every bit of this post. every bit.
because that's all one can do right? dance and cry it out... but get back and twirl.
my thoughts and prayers are with you. It's happening across the nation and it's a sad thing. There is nothing like picking up a newspaper and reading it over breakfast... at the train stop... anywhere because it's something you can "feel." Between your fingers.
it should not be replaceable.
i don't think you are either sweet friend.
either way, i have no doubt you will be fine.
saying a prayer for you!
never stop moving. twirling. it will indeed dance you right into your next fabulous oppurtunity!
Good luck - I wish you the best!
I feel a bit down too as my bf and I just broke up... I need my bed as well... :/
Oh I am so sorry to hear that. I worked for a newspaper too ... my turn came this month. Oh well, what can you do. I am trying to make the best out of it.
Carry on because you're so talentfull! This set of pictures is amazingly beautiful!
This is a shakedown, but a new form of media will rise from the ashes. You are loved - you will find a new forum, and you will be followed.
My husband works for a TV news station and he's in the same boat. I think they've even turned off the heat in the building. He's among the last (very few!) survivors who has NOT been fired, but that's not such a good place to be, either, because the result is he's doing the work of four men, and they've cut out his benefits. We too will be adrift and looking for a new place in the media world. So I feel your pain. But hang in there. I think the new media world will be an exciting place - it's just going to be a stormy transition for those of us in the thick of it. OX Maia
Just found your blog and I'm wishing you luck.
I'm sorry to hear you had such a bad day. I hope things go well for you. Perhaps one door closing means a new one will open for you. Such beautiful pictures. All we can do is keep dancing, no matter what happens.
Oh honey. Best of luck. I know hearing "this is just another opportunity" is little consolation but it is true. Though I wouldn't blame you if you wanted to go and get ridiculously drunk during the day, which is something I recommend for such situations
Ugh, I am so sorry if this ends up being the case. It's a rough world we live in right now, but that doesn't make the blow any softer. Know that you're being thought of and that I think your attitude is amazing.
PS: Wicked is one of my faves. :)
Cara T...I'm not even going to read the comments 'cause I actually do not want to hear stuff like "oh this is an opportunity." Opportunities like this - we can all do without them. Buona fortuna..
xoxo
oh no, hang in there. i'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and sending you warm thoughts.
I'm sorry about your day :(
I hope your week improves.
That's SO WEIRD - I am exactly the same with that song. I love it and it's on my 'Feel Good' playlist.
'life is painless, for the brainless!'
xxx
it's hard, i've been there and i'm still there. but it's all about attitude. keep dancing. it's all for a reason, something better is next.
I hope you keep dancing. whatever happens you can handle things easily with a positive outlook.
Keep dancing and take a nap! I love both!
If it is time, I think it is best not to waste your energy taking it too hard. You have a life to live with or without the newspaper. And you have great talent and friends. People really like you my dear! Take one day at a time. Love you and take care - Laurie Klaue
Tina,
Aw I'm so sorry to hear what happened :(
Whenever anything goes wrong (big or small), I try to be positive and say, oh well, that was a great opportunity, but since it didn't work out, I have the opportunity to do something even greater. It seems to work for me.
Look forward to catching up with you sometime soon ;)
Micaela
Definitely keep dancing. I have known a lot of folks who have lost their jobs over the years and in every case it has led to something better. It's just horrible if it happens, but you will survive - and you may indeed thrive! Wishing you all the very best!!
I was singing this in the shower this morning because I kind of woke up grumpy.
Sorry to hear bad news, it will all work out.
Sorry to hear that...I've been out of work for almost a year...you have a wonderful blog, I read it daily. As they say in 'ole Blighty, chin up and...keep calm and carry on!
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I'm so sorry that you're dealing with this, Tina. Sending lots of good vibes your way while you get through it all — and be sure to keep dancing, too (definitely while wearing that fetching red tutu).
L
xo
automatism
aww i'm so so sorry :(
it's such a hard thing to deal with.
i'm unemployed right now and i understand the feeling.
chin up, i hope it gets better soon!
Aww, I hope everything goes well.
I looove that song!
Lovely blog!
xx
I'm sorry to hear about the stress in your life right now. I can imagine you want to crawl into bed and take a nap. And I hope you'll be able to keep on dancing!
I hope everything will turn out well for you!
You are certainly not alone. All of us writers have been forced to put on our extra creative thinking caps to make ends meet. I hope you find something to fill the gap soon.
Whatever happens, I know you will find a way to still dance and be you. Sending you much love, Tina.
great post.
lovely pictures.
i love wicked!
xx
erimentha
you are a fabulous writer- smart, witty and a great person. no matter what happens- you will 'dance' through this. it will only make you stronger. i wish you the best with all of my heart! xo
Keep on dancing, doll, keep on dancing. Love & hugs.
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