stars upon my face

chapter 21-it didn't end there

Five years had passed since Alex and i had parted ways. It had been a long and exhausting journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth.

I had worked hard to rebuild my life, focusing on my passion for journalism and building a new sense of purpose.

As I stood outside the office building, clutching my portfolio and resume, my heart was racing with anticipation.

This was it - my first job interview as a journalist. I had spent countless hours working on my skills, researching, and writing, and now I was ready to take the leap.

Taking a deep breath, i straightened my shoulders and walked into the building. As i waited in the lobby, I couldn't help but think of Alex.

I wondered what he was doing now, whether he had found happiness and success in his own life.

I sat nervously in the interviewer's office, trying to compose myself as I fumbled with my portfolio.

The journalist, a kind-faced woman with a warm smile, leaned back in her chair and began to ask me questions.

"So, Nora, tell me about your background in journalism," she said, her eyes scanning my resume. "What makes you think you're qualified for this position?"

I took a deep breath and launched into a rehearsed speech about my education, my writing experience, and my passion for storytelling.

As I spoke, I could feel the interviewer's gaze on me, her eyes lingering on my words as she weighed my responses.

Next, she asked me about a particularly difficult assignment I had worked on, how I had handled the pressure and deadlines, and what I had learned from the experience.

"Well it took long hours of research, endless cups of coffee, and the sense of satisfaction I had felt when the story was published."

The interviewer nodded thoughtfully, her expression encouraging.

"That's great," she said. "Can you tell me about a time when you had to work with a difficult source or colleague,seeing that you studied drama in university? How did you handle the situation?"

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oh ,well yes I did but I after taking time to focus on myself I found a passion in writing I didn't know I had."

I hesitated for a moment before launching into a story about a particularly challenging interview I had conducted.

It was a story about perseverance, about staying calm under pressure, and about the importance of building strong relationships with sources.

As the interview drew to a close, the interviewer asked me about my goals and aspirations as a journalist. What did I hope to achieve in my career? What kind of stories did I want to tell?

I smiled, feeling a sense of clarity wash over me." I always wanted to tell stories that matter," I said. "I want to use my platform to make a difference, to inspire others to care about the world around them.

And I want to do it with honesty, integrity, and compassion."

The interviewer smiled back at me, her eyes shining with warmth. "I think you'd be a great fit for our team," she said. "We'll be in touch soon to let you know our decision."