Really glad to have you hear and to hear your thoughts! I totally agree with you and know that we need to place good first and follow his plan, and not simply ask him to bless our own plans.
But, most people who read this blog are not Christians, and for those, it is a giant step simply to ask God to be with them where they are currently at and to ask for his blessing and help!
Really glad to have you here, and hope to hear more of your positive and encouraging thoughts in the future!
RE: Never give up on your dream... because you never know what the Lord can bless you with.