Nurses with other gifts

Hello allnurses, my question is are there any nurses who are currently pursuing another passion? I am someone who have many talents that I would like to pursue in my life atleast part time. I was wondering are their nurses who have a second career? Maybe its a small business doing anything from music, writing, teaching or sewing. How do you manage being a nurse and pursuing your passion? Finally, how do you manage your time around your career as a nurse and your other passion or business? Do you work flexible time and does it make sense to have many passion you wish to pursue? Thanks
One of the best aspects of nursing is the freedom from M-F/9-5 work schedule. This leaves a lot of time to enjoy the pursuit of other activities. I believe it is absolutely necessary for nurses & other clinicians to have a rich and varied life.... it prevents burnout and helps retain your enthusiasm for patient care.A close friend of mine began flying lessons 18 months after beginning her first nursing job. Since then, she has logged a lot of flying time and now has a 'time share' aircraft of her own. Another nurse friend is an avid sailor - purchased her 'large enough to live on when I retire' sailboat with money earned teaching sailing lessons. I know an OB/Gyn doc who learned to play the piano when he was in his 40's & currently plays in a Jazz band on his time off.The sky's the limit. Your 'other life' will help prevent burnout and make you a much better clinician.