Life in retail is tough, mostly due to sluggish sales and lack of support from shoppers. I've approached shopgirl life from many different angles, and it's tough. Not 'good' challenging, but 'grim' challenging in that you can pull out many tricks from the top hat and still not find success.
When I was little, I wanted to run my own import store. I wanted to travel to find my wares, meet interesting people and artisans from around the world, and gave interesting stories to discuss with customers back home as they shop for the perfect gift.
I love the art of gift giving. And I love the art of treasure hunting. Not just shopping and consumerism for profit, but the art behind connecting with people.
As a lonely child, that was all I wanted: to connect genuinely with people, and maybe even make some friends along the way.
So I'm going to stick with this new learning and certification endeavor and pray and work my hardest for success.
Just once I'd like to succeed at something and be good at something.
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