For many years, I knew I wanted to be a music video director. After graduating from high school, I moved to Los Angeles, where I earned a degree in video production. Fortune smiled upon me as I quickly worked at important positions. I was young and ambitious working in the field I'd dreamed of for years.
One day, while assisting as a volunteer at an award show, one of the production managers remarked that I was going to be a “powerhouse”. I knew I wanted to be happy and enjoy whatever work I did, but I wasn't sure I wanted to be a "powerhouse”. Not too long after the show, I was laid off from my position at the production company. It sent me back home to Florida to think about my next career move.
In Florida, I landed a job working the night shift at a financial institution. The pay was good, but a few months later my creative spirit sent an S. O. S. to my brain, signaling I wasn't making the best use of my talents. I didn't have the money to make another cross-country move back to Los Angeles, but I also couldn't stay in an unfulfilling(不称心的) job.
I did some creative writing during my spare time. To motivate myself even further, I made the commitment to author a children's book. My goal didn't end there, however. I was also determined to get the book published.
Once I completed my manuscript (手稿),I decided it would be best if it were a picture storybook. It was not easy for me to get the book published and yet I continued sending out my work. It took somewhere between three and four years to finally attract the interest of a publisher. I held a copy of my beautiful children’s book in my hands.
I found a happy place within and a new realization. I may not have become a powerhouse, but I did accomplish a goal. Success found within is how you define it, how you live it and always have something to strive for, not fear.
4. What used to be the author's goal in life?
A.To be a music video director. | B.To be a powerhouse. |
C.To be a financial expert. | D.To be a famous book writer. |
5. What was the author's attitude towards her first job?
A.Indifferent. | B.Satisfied. | C.Disappointed. | D.Puzzled. |
6. What did the author do when she got back to Florida?
A.Define her goal in life. |
B.Move back to her home. |
C.Make a change in her career. |
D.Find someone appreciating her talent |
7. What can we learn from the text?
A.Try different lifestyles. |
B.Find our own strength. |
C.Be brave to struggle for something. |
D.Stick to the first goal in our life. |