This month is my 1-year-anniversary with my agent,
Kathleen Rushall. Isn't she so cute? After this much time with her, I can honestly say that I seriously lucked out. We've been through so much, and I can't imagine choosing anyone else to represent me and my work.
I was trying to think of someway to express how uber cool she is, and I decided on an ode. I'm not sure why. I think I was on cough medicine...and possibly high. But by then, I'd told a few people I would do it, and unfortunately for you, and Kathleen, I was committed. *le sigh*
A word of warning though...I'm an O.V. : Ode Virgin. In fact, I've avoided writing poems at all costs for my entire life, so this is huge for me. And I don't appear to be quite the 'natural' at it that I was hoping for... (Yes, there is a site called Rhyme Zone. No, I don't want to talk about it.).
Bear with me, and please be gentle. Without further ado,
An Ode to Kathleen
Oh, the many things I've learned from Kathleen,
Over many moons and days in between.
She's taught me to strive, to be tenacious,
But at best, I struggle to reach even vivacious.
She's taught me we can always persevere,
Although sometimes that's hard to remember from here.
She's taught me it's always important to laugh,
Even when my heart is breaking in half.
She's taught me that breathing always matters,
With my hope in sight, or lying in tatters.
She helps me stay grounded while reaching for dreams,
And always contributes to my greatest schemes.
So, to her I dedicate my first ever ode.
And promise to continue down this long road.
Thank you for your work, your sweat, your tears.
I hope we'll be together for many more years.
You rock, Kathleen! Thank you for an incredible year!
Oh, and to anyone else, if you've read this far...I'm sorry, and thanks! And have you entered the
giveaway yet? :)
