A holiday poem for voice talent

'Twas three weeks before Christmas, when all through the land

Voice talents and producers were wringing their hands.

The mics were connected to computers with care

In hopes that paying jobs would soon fill dead air.

The voice talents were trained and looking for leads

With high dollar amounts to fill all their needs.

Accounting soon closes for another year

But some said the good jobs are no longer here.

When on the TV we kept hearing such clatter

From pundits, newspeople and those who don't matter

Such negative folks declared a recession

I hastened to write this poem and confession.

I don't watch the newscasts or read the headlines

I know less of the world, but that's just fine.

Instead, I think good thoughts and make them come true

Hey, it works for me, and it can work for you!

Banish the naysayers and their words of gloom

You're in charge of your thoughts, so why think of doom?

Think of what you want as if it's already true

Then take action on the ideas that come to you.

"Now audition! Now blog! Now create your podcast!

On with writing and speaking for impressions that last!

To the cyber world! To the events in your town!

Keep promoting your work, and your career won't slow down!"

If you only think of money you wish you had

The focus on the LACK of the thing will be bad.

Whatever you want in your reality

Must first be visualized in your mind, you see.

Of course, voice-over is just one part of life

Be thankful for your blessings and forget the strife

Let your loved ones know that you hold them dear

Have a magical holiday season and happy new year!

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