Just over a month ago I resigned from my teaching position. It had been a long-time coming and, unfortunately, my overwhelming emotion was relief. I have no idea what is next. I know I want to pursue my writing and am in my first semester of study to become a teacher librarian. I also know I need to find some sort of employment to pay the bills. Casual teaching is an option and I have been doing some of that. Longer term, though, where will I end up. About six months ago I was excited to see where I would be at the end of the year. Now, 2024 is nigh and, apart from being glad a tumultuous year is coming to a close, I’m not sure what comes next.
I have, however, enrolled in four – yes, your read that right, four – courses with the Australian Writer’s Centre. There was a sale, and each course is available for 12 months, and I’m not doing anything else (much!), right! I’m looking forward to exploring short story writing, creative non-fiction and crime writing. First up, is Dare to Dream with Kate Forsyth. This course is designed to get creative juices flowing. I’m excited to get started.
Trish Lewis 