Salute, mi familia!

How long I'm tied up
My mind in knots -
My stomach reels
In concern for what I might do or
What I've done
It's got me living in fear
Well I know these voices must
Be my soul

Admittedly it's been awhile since my last entry into the blog-o-sphere. Sorry for that folks, I set out to write about my experiences in the Real Estate world as a new agent and I have failed you! However meanwhile in the sad world known as Reality, it's been just about three months since I've brought any income in. This sadly is taking a toll on Lauren and I's financial position. I read somewhere that you should plan to have six months or more of savings set aside PLUS money for your new 'business' when you decide to get a job in Real Estate. Unfortunately for us that was not the case, and I refuse to believe it has to be the case. So I've been a little embarrassed, maybe a little ashamed to admit that I've needed to find alternative sources of income. And I did, but like I said, I've been a little reluctant to admit to it, let alone post it on the internet for ALL the world to see. Then it occurred to me as I was driving back from a sales meeting this morning- THIS is EXACTLY why I began this blog. I set out to write about my experience as a new agent. I am a part-time Pizza Delivery Driver for a pizza chain that shall remain nameless (because I signed a statement saying I wouldn't!). Y'all are no doubt familiar with it, known for Better Ingredients and Better Pizza! (;O) 

Admittedly I felt like at 34 years old, this should be a sign of failing. I've been pleasantly surprised by the outpouring of support I've gotten from my friends and family. 

One of my best friends in the world told me, "...I'm proud of you homie, there is nothing to be embarrassed about, your doing what you need to do, and not making excuses!"

 A fellow agent mentioned today, "I completely understand! You need something when your getting into this!" 

Even Lauren, who knew better than anyone how I was feeling, "Hon, I couldn't be more proud! Your trying to do what you can!"

 And many of my other friends that I've mentioned this to have shown the same level of support, not once have I been made fun of or a joke thrown my way. So you gotta figure your doing something right when you are getting this kind of support from the important people around you. That's is a blessing for sure! I think of this as yet another life lesson I've learned- surround yourself with people that are willing to pick you up when your falling down. I'm reminded of one of my favorite movie quotes- 

"Money will come and go ? We all know that. The most important thing in life will always be the people in this room. Right here, right now. Salute, mi familia!" - Dominic Toretto, Fast Five. 

As always, Thanks very much for your support, and reading my ramblings!

-Ryan