Success? What is it? Who defines it? Why do we strive for it? Why do we need it? What is the fastest way to attain it?

Sometimes, I can’t help but question such random matters as I’m coming home from the city via bus or train. I’m surrounded by peers who are successful in their field of expertise. Just recently, my good friend receive the honor of showing her photography artwork at a gallery. As I mentioned in my prior post, my other close friend W.R. is aiming to get his clothing collection to be shown in the Klapper Hall gallery.

I am not jealous of their successes, and I am truly happy for their hard-earned achievements. Everyone has such big dreams, it makes me question – Am I just aiming low (to be an art teacher) because I’m afraid of risks or is it all can I do? I know I want to teach, but the motivational factor is slowly fading away… Where do I stand?

Perhaps it’s because all my friends are graduating this year, but I feel like everyday I am getting twice as old and time is running out for me. There is this invisible race that everyone tries to finish, but each taking his or her own route. Where is my path? Do I stand a chance in this intense competition? Will what I know now be good enough for what I need to know in the future?

Growing up is a double edged sword; As you grow older, you inherit more freedoms, but it’s your choice to use it to your advantage or not.