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I Used to Be a Hollywood Writer. Now I’m Lugging Lumber From Home Depot. It’s an Upgrade.

Morton recounts leaving Hollywood after a long career and turning to construction work for income and purpose.
Morton describes starting at Home Depot to gather supplies for a gut renovation.
Morton’s promotion leads him to oversee renovations at notable Los Angeles properties.
Morton notes the emotional toll of losing Hollywood validation and finding new purpose in work.
Morton finds a sense of respect and belonging in construction that Hollywood often withheld.
Morton highlights learning new trades and gaining skills in re-bar, sewer lines, and mortar.
Morton describes a turning moment when a former Hollywood friend offers encouragement that changes his perspective.
Morton emphasizes that his new work provides financial stability and personal fulfillment.
Morton’s experience ends with a sense of new identity forged through hard work.
The piece frames Morton's story as a broader commentary on Hollywood's evolving job landscape.

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