If I hadn't….

I often think about what I would be doing if I hadn't become an accountant.  With so many interests I know there are careers that would be a bit more appealing for me.  Before I get to those let's discuss my reasons for becoming an accountant.  Well I guess there is really only one.  It goes back my high school days when we had visitors come in and describe what they did.  I remember the accountant saying that everyone needs a good accountant so there will never be a shortage of work.  That stuck with me and when I got to my junior year in high school and was able to take accounting I did.  Aside from 6 months about 11 years ago I've been employed for the last 19 years (knock on wood).

What would I be doing if I had my choice?  Tough decision.  I've always wanted to be an archaeologist. Egyptology is a favorite of mine.  The thought of uncovering a tomb that had been buried for 3000 years is very appealing.  Egyptologists don't get rich and they have to spend a lot of time in Egypt (go figure) so it has its drawbacks as well.  I also like operations and knowing how things run.  I often think that working in operations backstage at my favorite place, Walt Disney World, would be a true dream job.  I don't think knowing the secrets behind running the most popular tourist destination in the world would lessen the magic at all and more than likely elevate it.

For the time being I have a great job and don't mind going in each day.  But who knows, maybe someday I will turn one of my passions into a career.  I better hurry.

Until tomorrow,
Dave