Life CAN Begin at 37

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“What’s next?” One of the questions I am now being asked as my film rounds the corner and eyes the finish line.It is so tempting to focus on the potential future accolades, prizes, winning of festivals, or the next big opportunity;

BUT...

I am taking my time and enjoy this ride as I absorb all the new learning and experiences.  

When I made my award-winning graduate student thesis at USC, I was in my 30s but despite this advanced age (:)), I was not a person who was clear about who they were or what they wanted out of a life. It was the graduate school experience and meeting my husband where my "true" life's journey began.

6 years later my husband and I experienced one of the most difficult things a couple could go through.20 years later I am making a film inspired by that experience, and about women's rights over the choices they have over their bodies. The choices I feel all women should be free to make.I would not have written this film without experiences lived.I would not have had the courage to make this film without more maturity.I would not have had the confidence to step into the shoes of a director.And I am seeing now that time has been my gift.

So what's next?

Yes...I have projects I am developing and writing.

BUT...

I have decided being present and focusing on this magical journey is a sure shot way I will win no matter what. Sure I have my bucket list of career desires, but I know that if I work with only those in mind, I will drive myself bonkers.Don’t get me wrong, if a reward comes, I will be thrilled;But the real reward is being grateful that I have the luxury to be free to work on stories I feel passionately about.

Keep writing. Keep creating.