I'm not a complete idiot (I know some of you are thinking that... admit it), I just can't seem to settle on a major. So far I have "majored" in Theater Performance, Theater Education, Musical Theater, Anthropology, English, History, and now Communications (Broadcast Journalism). Don't get me started on my list of minors...
I suppose you could say that I'm majoring in college. The problem is that I just want to be so many things when I grow up (I'm still young enough to say that I'm not grown up yet). Perhaps you are thinking "Come on now, Torrey! Make up your mind already!" But, I cannot! The career paths I want to take are all too appealing. To prove it to you, and so you can understand just why Torrey can't decide... here are my Top 10 Things to be:
10. A Rock Star
Ok, maybe this is a little far fetched, considering the only instruments I play I don't play very well, but, I can dream, right? I can just imagine myself, on stage... the lights are dim, I am wearing an amazing outfit that all of my fans will try to replicate the moment they get home from my concert, when suddenly, the flash of fireworks light up the stage to reveal me with my SA-WEET electric guitar, the coolest band mates ever and my wild (but tasteful) hair when I start to produce pure and passionate rock! The crowd goes wild! Not sure any of my previous majors have helped me to achieve this dream, but I don't think they offer a degree in "Bad A$$", as of yet.
9. An Anthropologist/Archaeologist/PaleontologistOk, maybe not the Paleontologist thing (I don't want to seem like TOO big of a nerd, I swear I've only seen Jurassic Park once) but seriously I cannot think of a cooler job than digging up the bones and artifacts of an ancient civilization. Pondering the meaning of Stonehenge (and other henges for that matter), studying the stone heads of Easter Island, experiencing the pyramids of Teotihuacan! Is this making anyone else drool?!
8. Book Author
Yes, it is every blogger's dream to get paid for their ramblings, but mine especially. I mean, I'm spending precious time sending my meaningless thoughts out into cyberspace, might as well get paid for it. The only problem is that first of all, I am most likely not as brilliant as I think I am, and second of all, suppose I compile all of my blog posts and get published... who would want to pay for something they could read for free on the Internet? Of course, these are just minor issues, I'm sure, if I could get a great mentor like Richard Paul Evans... Richard Paul? Are you out there? If you have come upon my blog by Googling yourself... let's do lunch. (And please ignore my grammar mistakes, that's what an editor is for, right?)
7. History Professor/GuruEvery time I watch a Ken Burns history production I day dream of having his job. Mmm... Delicious! History, of course, not Ken Burns. I love it when history comes to life, when it becomes important to me, to you, to well, everyone! Besides, the only way we can create a better future is by learning from the past. I want to tell the world about our history! Heal the world, make it a better place, for you and for me and the entire human race... See, there's the Rock Star coming out it me. (Michael Jackson, RIP.) Oh, and Ken, we can do lunch too, I am willing to pencil you in (disregard the "Delicious" comment).
6. Fashion Designer
Ok, I will admit, I have not always had the best sense of fashion in my life... but I swear I get more and more fashionable as time rolls on. It would be so amazing to see one of my own creations, walking down the runway during fashion week in Milan! Not to mention, I would probably make BANK, boi! I'm not THAT into the money, but I seriously wouldn't mind being successful in this realm... or being able to afford all of the clothes, shoes, and purses I could ever want.5. Food Network Star!
I don't have cable anymore, but when I did, Food Network was by far my fave channel to watch. I think I would be the perfect Food Network star, because #1- I love to eat food and #2- I love to bake food. See, I'm the perfect candidate! I can't cook, of course, so my show would have to be about baking. Hmm... what could we name it? "Torrey's Tasty Treats!" No, that sounds ridiculous. I'm sure Food Network would make up a name for my show anyway. I just need to get my work out there. Perhaps I should consider broadcasting my own show from my basement, like Wayne and Garth (what inspirations!)... only I don't have a kitchen in my basement... I suppose the upstairs will have to do!
4. Lawyer
Maybe its because Legally Blonde is such a great movie, maybe its because my neighborhood is swarming with them, maybe its because I just love blood in the water... whatever it is, I would LOVE to be a lawyer. It just seems like a very satisfying job, bringing people to justice, putting away the bad guys, wearing an ill fitting pants suit! No... not the pants suit part. I just look at these attorney's I know and I think "Wow, this Lawyer sure is Smart, Sophisticated, a Smooth Talker, and Surprisingly Attractive" and then I think "Hey, I pretty much just described myself!" Really though, all joking aside, the life of a Lawyer is a life I'd like to live. Mostly because of the "bringing people to justice" thing, it sounds rewarding.
3. Special Ed Teacher
Ok, I know this seems totally random, but truthfully, I would love to be a Special Ed teacher one day. I think kids who have mental or physical handicaps are the sweetest kids on earth. Yes, they are difficult (I once got lock out of my own car by a Down syndrome girl I was babysitting who happened to be inside of the car) but there is something so heart warming about them.
2. A White Oprah
This is my most current career endeavor, hence the Communications major. I figure, I've already got the struggles with weight loss down, I could easily start my own book club, and I am a true role model... well, working on the role model thing... pretty sure no one modeled their role after me yet... but just you wait! I mean really though... who is the white equivalent of Oprah today? Dina Lohan? No. It WILL be me. Not sure how I'm going to make it happen... but just know that in 10 years from now, I'll be kickin' it with Oprah on the beach in the Bahamas and she'll be asking ME for advice.
1. A Mom
Yes, I want to be a mom. Which just takes the complications of my career dilemma to a whole new level. How will I be able to be a good mom when I'm on tour, digging up remains in Egypt, taking down the bad guys, or filming my next show? I don't exactly have that part worked out yet. But, mom is definitely #1 on the list.
So, as you can see, its no wonder I have no degree after 5 and a half years! It's a miracle I am even a functioning member of society, considering the weight of the decisions I have to make about growing up. Right now I'm thinking of doing it all, and why not? I have an entire life ahead of me, I'm still young. Now, which career should I work on first?...
6 comments:
Can we vote? If so, I vote for White Oprah. That's so perfect. You and my daughter have so much in common. She has now settled on Political Science and then a MA in something else so she can be a lobbyist.
It's true...like I told my mom, I'm going to use my sexuality to force those congressmen into submission and force those Corporatations to give me the big bucks!! Short skirts and button down tops! I'm a great role model to young girls! ha ha!
Careers are over rated, but I can't wait to see what you end up doing, because whatever it is, it will be amazing. Besides, the Special ED teacher isn't the most random... I think it was History Professor. Yuck!
torrey! I love reading your blog! I totally understand what you are going through with career decisions. My Eric had oh, probably four or five majors throughout his ten plus years of college, BUT he finally found his calling...the economy happened to die as he was wrapping up his extensive education...but he has his Masters of Architecture and he still LOVES it!!! You are such a talented, well rounded girl, I think if anyone could be the white Oprah..its you!!!! (can I be the white Gayle?) :)
I feel that same. I chose English first (after changing my major NINE times ( I was also communications for a long while and advertising and history and drama (which i did do later) and science and premed) and then I went into my MA in Drama and then i started my photography and painting passions on my own...so I've got four down.
I still have more to go. I think it's just how creative people are.
good luck!
Torrey you are so cool, and you could definately do any of those things, who said you had to major in just one of them? Live life and experience it all I say!! No one said you had to pick just one thing, and I loved what you said the other day about wanting to go to cullinary school, that would be freaking awesome!!!! Go watch the movie Julie & Julia, you will love it!
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