I am going to be as honest here as I know how. First, Shannon — congratulations on your achievement. This is truly awesome and no doubt, you’ve worked your ass off for it.

But, reading this fills me with a myriad of emotions. “Anger,” being primary among them. I am a writer with thirty years experience under my belt. And, I too, have worked my ass off.

I’m a screenwriter with a script sitting at three major studios, where it’s been mouldering for months. My rep tells me she believes someone will pull the trigger, soon, but I’m losing hope.

Since I lost my advertising gig in February, 2018, I haven’t been able to find work, either full time, or freelance.

I’ve been on Medium since February of 2018, as well, and I think the most I’ve made is 50 bucks. I have over a thousand followers, which I’m grateful for, but I believe I’ve earned them. Unfortunately, “followers” don’t amount to a paycheck.

In conclusion, I can’t catch a fucking break. Yet, I can’t quit, either, although, right now…

Keep “trying?” That’s all I’ve been doing. I suppose, if I were 30 years younger, as opposed to having that amount of experience, I’d be a more attractive “catch.”

Regardless, your story is truly exceptional. Thanks for sharing.