Overqualified

So, I've been "out of work" since the end of '09. Granted, I've never actually stopped working but that's when I was laid off from my full time job in Magazine Land. Insert comment on the economic downturn here.

Lately though, I've really hit a wall. I love photography but until I can feel comfortable charging more, it just won't pay the bills. The two major problems that seem to be consistent are, I'm either overqualified or under-qualified. Meaning I'm stuck. Somewhere in the middle. I apply to jobs slightly above what I used to do but lack the experience. I apply to more entry-level positions such as admin or receptionist but because of my college degrees, the perception is that I won't stick around for the long haul.

So here we go, back to my failsafe job: being a nanny. I use the term "nanny" to distinguish myself from the 16-year-old that babysits to make extra cash for Itunes downloads and designer jeans. Lucky for me, I found some fabulous kids to hang with. I believe God is using this time for something, I just can't quite figure out what.

"Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming . . . "

Heavenly Father, thank you for the Master Plan. I can't see where I'm going but I know you're there to listen and to guide me. Keep reminding me that I am loved, you know how easily I forget. Thank you for time with children, both photographing them and caring for them. It's only during those times that I am able to get out of my own head and the darkness that surrounds. Give me a peace about what comes next - no matter what you've got in store. In your precious name, Amen