‘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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