I wasn't cut out for sales, and Ruby was always interrupting me with her needs.
I started making mistakes because I couldn't focus on work, and it wasn't long before I got fired.
Afterward, I tried to find a job that allowed me to pick Ruby up from school, but it was nearly impossible. I ended up taking on odd jobs instead.
To make ends meet, I worked three jobs a day, completely worn out.
At some point, though, times changed.
Many of my former design colleagues seized the opportunities of the internet age, becoming famous. Some even launched their own brands.
While they were reaping the rewards of fame and fortune, I was driving a cab at midnight, just to save up for Ruby's ballet costumes.
Ruby gave up on me because I had given up on myself first.
In this life, I've learned that loving myself is more important than loving my daughter.
With that in mind, I arrived at the office.
My supervisor, Iris Cooper, saw me and asked coolly, "What are you doing here? Didn't we agree you'd start in the sales department next week?"
"I'm sorry, Ms. Cooper. I wasn't thinking clearly before. I've reconsidered, and I'd like to stay in my current position."