Got the unemployed blues

[Melba]

Hello all,

As some of you may remember, I got laid off from work at the end of July due to a lack of work. My unemployment benefits run out in 2 weeks and I have not found another job yet. I would even settle for part time at this rate....and baby sit in the evenings, as that is very profitable. I am already comfortable with 3 small children or more at once so, that has been a positive aspect of my unexpected unemployment. I have put applications and resumes out...made phone calls...believe me, I am no stranger to finding a job. I am just getting a little nervous because I need to find something very soon. The good news is, my partner just got bumped into more responsibility where she works and is now getting 40 hours a week EVERY week. Hopefully, she will see more money per hour soon, too :D I have been very resourceful thus far at finding ways to make money, including selling things on ebay. Too bad I have a car payment and we have a house payment as well or things would not be so tight. I know some places will say I am over qualified, especially when I am reduced to looking at $7 an hour jobs and I was making almost $14. That really burns me.....but I know they will be thinking I won't stay there when I find something really good....sigh. I don't post that often about personal matters, but I think I could use a few Rudie Prayers.

In the meantime, I will try to keep my chin up and hope that one of the jobs I looked into this week (one I really like) will offer me a position. Its been very difficult not to get too depressed about it, but my partner has been my rock.

Okay, I am done rambling........:)

[GodSistah]

I can certainly understand you feeling blue about being unemployed. You are in my prayers! Much love to you, Melba!

:)

~Andrea~

[Judy]

Melba-
If my good wishes could do it, you'd surely have a job. I'm sorry for your everyday stress and how all of this impacts on all of your family.
When I think of the possibility of losing my job, I think my biggest panic comes in terms of having no health insurance (my fiasco with losing my eye translated into about 50K in medical bills - while my part I was responsible for was something around 3K.) Anyway, I digress - I can't say I understand how you feel, because I don't, but I do know that most of us are only a whisper away from being in your position and I do know the thought of that is pretty scarey.
My best to you, Melba.
Judy

[Oak Kitten]

Sending positive job-finding Rudie vibes your way, Melba. I have been in your shoes, and I wish you all the best.

Oak

[Bat]

I've been there, done that, too...and it's not fun, I know.
Have you ever thought of becoming a professional Nanny? People are looking for those who are good with kids, too young for school, don't want to put them in day care, etc... Good profession, though they do grow out of your services, word of mouth usually has you working again after a short break, which you would probably need.

[SongDragon]

For an eighteen year old with no experience and therefore no recommendations I also find job-searching painful. I hate leaving any section of something unfilled... and yet I have to... No previous employers and no numbers to call.

So, good job wishes coming your way! You should be considered a 'catch' for any business... It is surprising to me that they're turning you away. Then again this whole world of job possibilities is a mystery to me as neither of my parents work regular jobs, really, and I've never worked except as a volunteer at church or other odd things...

~Song

[Darlene]

Wishing you good job hunting prayers your way!;)

[Rkitko]

Not sure what your background is or what you could find, but have you thought of Kenyon College as a potential employer? The commute might not be worth it, though.

To be honest, I have no clue what kinds of jobs are available in the area and no idea what I'll do when I move back there (bank teller with a master's degree?). So perhaps you and I will be side-by-side. Here's to the crappy Ohio economy!

Good luck, Melba, and well wishes coming from this direction, too. I hope you find something that you enjoy--and soon! :)

[Gandalf]

Having been out of work for 11 months (!) not that long ago, I know how it is. You WILL find something, and you will get by until then.
Thus sayeth this Wizard.
Good luck!

[aabram]

Good Luck, Melba.... I need one badly, too. :rolleyes:

[Melba]

I am willing to take whatever is offered (within reason) at this point. This is the first time in years I have been without health insurance and that does bother me a bit, but I just can't dwell on that kind of stuff. I rarely go to doctors when I have insurance unless I am about half dead....not a fan of the medical money making machine....;) This is not the first time my partner and I have faced financial ups and downs....up until last year, she was unemployed darn near 2 years, with the exception of some temp jobs. Only makes our relationship stronger. So, I guess this is a phase I am supposed to go thru....as scary as it is.

[hoops]

i believe in the power of rudie prayers and i'm sending mine out to you.
peace
hoops