..."Action is Elequence"

So sayeth the BARD!

It has been a long time coming since I've sat down and vented...ahem...versed on my doings! I love that demotivater, "Blogging: never have so many people with so little to say said so much to so few!"

Sometimes it feels that way when I glance at my blog...intending on updating it and then finding other things, perhaps more PRODUCTIVE things, to do! I guess I must've been seeking to establish myself more in action than eloquence this year. It might be that, in the scheme of things, my life seems small and unimportant...but I must say I love blogging and regret that I haven't kept it up as often as I should've.

AND SO....the narrative of my life continues!

2009-2010 has been a roller coaster for my life...but one a bit more stable than the past few years I took to explore a career in Musical Theatre! I must say, I applaud those who are able to succeed in the Arts without selling their souls. Too many actresses I met on my journey were so desperate for a gig, that they gave up their sense of self worth to get a part. I couldn't see myself doing that...especially as I attribute the gifts that I have to God, and have worked hard towards becoming a virtuous, strong woman. I think it was for this reason that I decided to work on vocal performances and recordings as a second to holding a stable career that would afford me leisure.

I'm so glad that I did!

Is being a Naval Officer difficult? INDEED! Is it rewarding? At times, yes...

I've had a difficult first year. When I reported to my ship, I was given the position as Repair Division Officer (taking care of the ship's firefighters- DC men- and the metal workers/plumbers/pipe workers - HT's), I was DEVASTATED. Here I was, new to the fleet, with a HISTORY degree and they put me in the Engineering Department.

I had NO clue what I was stepping into, but tried to stay positive--all the while, hearing the reply "Oh, I'm SORRY!" every time someone asked what division I had...and I had replied.

It wasn't the people. The hardest thing about R-DIV is that it involves almost every single space in the ship. We constantly drill, and have had about 6 major inspections since we left the shipyards early this year. It's been very difficult, but I have learned a lot...and have developed the thick skin needed to survive in this "boy's club".

My music HAS had to take a back seat for a while, but I've been able to save and purchase my own studio equipment in the last few months. I hope to work on a Christmas CD this year (perhaps with some surprise vocalists)! I'm still involved with "Espoir de l'Amour", but only minimally...just not enough free time, I suppose!

I haven't found a parish yet, that I can call home. It's so odd that there are so many Catholic Churches here...and not one can be called esthetically beautiful. I know my spirituality enough to see that I need more than walls and scripture---I need to be in AWE. I'm lucky, though, to be living right on the beach...and when not on duty, am able to run there every day!

So...this is my life. I have met a few people, and made some good friends. I love the stability, the personal growth and the opportunities the Navy has provided. I am looking forward to fulfilling my plans in regards to my career...starting with finishing my qualifications as a Surface Warfare Officer.

Thanks for listening...thanks for visiting!