Glenn Abernathy:  

I spent about 22 years working in Showbiz, working on music and the movies (was even in one or two). I went to college for the "safe route", and did a lot of fun things, and some not so fun things. About 10 years ago, a job opportunity came my way to work in telecommunications; I have never regretted it one day! Who would have thought the really creative kid would have enjoyed a "stayed" job in the real world? I never would have guessed it. My friendships in Hollywood remain good and strong, and they even still take my calls. But, do I regret leaving that business to do something else? I really don't hesistate when I say, "NO". I had my fun, I had the glamour, and I made the friends. But, when it came right down to it, I wasn't the "show biz type"; I am simply someone with talent that God gave me, and use it every day. Do I still sing, play and arrange when asked? ABSOLUTELY! I have a nephew who is now persuing that dream, and it is because of all the pitfalls and lessons I learned, he's not getting burned in the process. He's done some commercials, and some TV work, done some movies, and I do hope he finds success in what he's doing; if not, at least he tried. That's how I feel --- I tried, and didn't fail; it simply wasn't for me. It's a business where people never are told, "No...Expand for more