As I'm listening to Frank Sinatra's song "My Way," I can't help but think of the long road I've traveled with this series that I've been writing, all the ups and downs. But the one thing I feel proud about is how I've been writing my story in a way that I can be proud of. I know that my story isn't the best and it definitely needs more polish, which is why I decided to update my story to the latest edition, but I still feel happy that I've been sticking to my own principles with this story.
This is why I'm happy whenever I learn from readers that they're enjoying my story. The life of an artist is hearing more negatives than positives, so every positive comment feels embedded into my heart and helps me during moments where I have doubts (who doesn't have doubts).
And now that I've been fortunate enough to gain a full-time job and no longer feel pressured to make my story work as a means of financially supporting myself, I can continue to voyage into the stormy seas only guided by my own thoughts and love for my work.
Though I may sound like I'm an emotionally strong individual by how I only follow my own path, I would like to admit that during my interview, I had cried because of all the stress that built up while holding back societal pressures and not wanting to drag people I care about down. So while I stick to my creative road and don't bend to what others may say I should do with my story, I hope that my community will always know that I walk forward not because I'm brave but because I understand what it means to told I offer no worth and my emotions are worthless. As I walk forward on the rocky path, know that I do that while shedding tears since I know that, ultimately, I'm one of the few people to defend my art style from others.
So, if you enjoy my story, I hope you know that I do appreciate any kind words you may offer and maybe offer me a handkerchief to wipe away my tears. Just because I'm used to being alone on this road, I'm still human.