I have a theory...

I have a theory about life. I think that each of us should have one area in life where we really shine. I don't even think it really matters what the niche is, as long as you excel in it. No matter what else happens in life, you know that in area X, you are a star. In my youth, it was softball. I was great on the softball field, whether it be on 3rd base or in the outfield, I rocked it. Then, when I began working, I found it was the drive-thru at Dairy Queen where I shined. Armed with my 2 assistants, on any weekend night, I served ice cream as though it were my only reason for living. I was the queen of the drive-thru as it were. Following my status as THE DAIRY QUEEN, I went on to shine as a public servant. I found my niche was (temporarily) in the Personal Property Tax division of the local courthouse. Now that my body has left it's glory in the past, and my ice cream skills have rusted on the shelf, I have another niche. It is THE niche of my life; working with children. Quite frankly, I love it and I am wonderful at it (contrary to my mom's beliefs). When I was working as an au pair with a 14 month old little girl, I shined. On one particular day, as I was leaving for the day, and her parents were saying goodbye to me on the front steps of their home, I had a moment. Little K was standing on the first step of the porch, I was standing there, on the porch, talking to both of her parents, and little K began to fall down the steps. While talking to her parents, I put my leg out and K's chubby little hands grabbed my leg for support and righted herself. It may not seem like a lot, but it was the moment when I realized that I was the queen of childcare. Needless to say, K's parents were astounded at my abilities to protect their child, even while otherwise occupied. K went on to grow into a big girl who doesn't need my help anymore, but such is life. However, after that period in my life, I felt that foster care was going to be my next niche. So, my hubby and I have begun that process. There is a possibility that we will not be approved for child placement, but I can't let that thought get in my way. I know that foster care is the next big venture for me. I know that I will be wonderful at it, as will my hubby. I know that we will be happy, as will the child that is placed with us. Now, all I have to do is relay that to my Case Worker, and all will be well. Happy thoughts! And enjoy whatever it is that YOU are really good at!!! Beth