I was wondering... And even though this may seem like a funny question to you. I am really curious about it.
I have mentioned from time to time here on Gather that my life has been like a roller-coaster ride over the last 2.5 years. I have had a hard time finding steady work and when I do...many won't pay me what they owe me.
I have a great resume and used to be able to get very good jobs! I've been given a lot of false hopes lately and where has it left me you say?
Well... Without a miracle and trust me when I say this... This is not an exaggeration!
- My new home could be on 666 Rat's Blvd.
- Purina Dog Chow and me might have to share recipes.
- As of yesterday. My cell service has hit the snooze button and has been put on hiatus for an undetermined amount of time.
- My electric service could possibly decide to let me experience the cozy twinkle of a soft lit candle.
- If Mr. Auto can't find Mr. Fix It... I might have to do what Jesus did when He wanted to get somewhere. Walk. (However in this town, it might take me the same amount of time to get to the grocery store, that it took Him to get to another town.)
- My Gather account may experience a temporary hiatus, because Mr. Cyberspace won't be able to make a connection.
All this sounds bleak for sure. And my emotions have taken a ride on a stratosphere beyond human comprehension. I've often been told that "this too shall pass." My question is: What will pass? My good name? My home? My car? My ability to make a living? My friends? My loved ones? My beloved doggies...Spencer and Franklin? My sanity?
Sometimes I feel like my sanity is not waiting to leave. But it's already kicked the bucket and now playing it's own rendition of "TAPS." Can the challenges in this life make you crazy and/or insane? Or is it just some illusion making you think that you might be? I dunno...
No... I try to stay positive and keep the "faith" so to speak and well...my emotions are fighting me right now. I suppose there is a little bit of life in me still...or I wouldn't be hurting so bad. You think?
This post isn't for anyone to really feel sorry for me. We all have our own demons to contend with... It's just that Gather has become more like my own personal "Shrink." It's an avenue to share my thoughts and get some of the junk out. The nice twist to it all is... Rather than me having to pay them. They pay me for sharing. Pretty nice deal when you think about it. Eh???
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Here are some Christmas points for you. Paying it Forward.
I hope things start to look up Teresa...oh btw, dog chow is just too expensive...might want to try either the generic brand or switch to cat food...LOL
You will be in our prayers.
You do not look like you wanting sympathy to me, in fact you have quite a sense of humor about it all...wish I could give you a real hug...not a cyber hug
I posted a LOT of personal information on MyLot back in my days there, and I have to say I later regretted it.
I had a so called friend use my problems and the need to have a place to vent against me and use it to rally people to give MyLot a reason to boot me off their sight.
I have no lost love for some of the people there, and I have to say I know that at least one of them is here, and I've avoided them like the plague.
Mooch
Have you tried Unemployment? Or any of your local county services?
Will Mr. Auto or Mr. Fix It barter? You know a girl's gotta do what she's gotta do....I am so kidding!
Gather is my therapy too. I am glad that it isn't just me and my five other personalities that get something out of it.
alone. Lots of us are going through tough times. I can identify somewhat. Stay connected to your friends and family, and you will get through it. In our case, the Lord will see us through....
I am sorry that I don't know anyone in your city to fix your car but if you could just get it here it would be fixed at a reasonable rate. (I inquired about your car problem and it appears to be a somewhat expensive endeavor.)
I wish that I could help you but have you considered calling some old connections in design and asking them whether they need any party or holiday decorating done? I supplement my income every year during the holidays decorating people's homes for Christmas through New Years Eve for parties and just to decorate. The fees that I charge vary depending on what they want done. You must know how much your time is worth.
I plan on really getting out there in the coming year to try to get bids for projects. If you ever decide to move to my area, we could possibly do some projects together? I am incorporated in Texas and have set up the infrastructure for doing business in Mexico and Central America as well as I have done quite a bit of business there in the past.
I don't think that you are crazy. I think you are going through a very difficult time and you are feeling panicky. I don't blame you in the least.
I don't know what more to say that I haven't already said in PM's but I will be thinking and praying for you.
Take care!
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And all your troubles WILL pass.
We are all rooting for ya!
YOU are not the only one going through STUFF. Hubby and I have our own share of stuff too, and we will be the first to agree with you that Gather has become a lot of people's personal shrink, and not a bad one at that. How many other shrinks do you know who will pay us to tell her our problems? :)
Thanks for posting to Endless Points
Remember when Walker was out of town? LOL Gather and Second Cup coffee kept me going. :)
Now I could be doing meth here, and get a good paying job designing bridges, which I have no idea how to do, if you get my point...
Any how usually there is work in all areas, but not in the price range we want, so maybe looking for a job that will just get you by, might help some? I've been in Jacksonville once, and looks like there was a lot of small businesses there.
Or maybe using your skills to start your own business?
Just trying to offer some suggestions, as I don't know what you have tried yet.
Anyhow best of luck with finding a job!
If my employer ends up having layoffs because of budget cuts, I will go back to temping.
Teresa, of course, you should not give up the faith. More importantly, you have to be actively looking for work. There is something out there for you. What sort of work have you been doing, lately?
Just wanted to let you know I stopped by. Here's a 10, come visit us at Up All Nite Café.