A Continuation of Yesterday

Friday, August 27, 2010

My days are running together now. Get up, eat, exercise, walk, clean up and do a little housework. Then, start the lovely task of looking for jobs. I know that a positive attitude will make me come across better. But, I've been doing this for so long that it's hard to stay positive. Everyone tells me that something's got to break for me, but I just don't feel very confident. Help!!!!! Any suggestions on staying positive would be greatly appreciated.

  

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NPA4LOSS 8/27/2010 11:18AM

I went back and looked at your SparkPage. You are almost at your goal! You have started an new life and made some very hard decisions. You have been consistent in your goals and working toward them. I think you should be patting yourself on the back and saying "Good Job". Report Inappropriate Comment

SONGOFJOY27 8/27/2010 9:14AM

Lift up your eyes - Psalm 121:1-2. Do it. Don't just say yeah, yeah. Choose to lift up your eyes - notice that David says "I will...". He made a choice to depend on the Lord for his help. I know this is a tough time for you. I am praying for you - that you will be encouraged and blessed as you choose to fully depend on God. Report Inappropriate Comment

Desperate Times Call For Desperate Measures

Thursday, August 26, 2010

It's getting down to the wire. I have a whopping $8 to my name. I have spent another seven hours today either online or walking from company to company filling out applications wherever I could. No one could guarantee me anything.

I have tried different State and Charitable Agencies with no luck. If there's any help out there, it's being hidden from me. I honestly don't know what to do anymore.

My mother did offer me money to help my niece clean out her closet. But, I do have to consider fuel costs in there, too. Still, I will be doing that tonight because at least I will be a little farther ahead.

I realize that God answers prayers in his time. I don't know where I will be when that time comes.

  

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JAREJIL 8/27/2010 2:04AM

Have you tried "snag a job"? Lots of part time jobs in there, some at Kmart, RJ Wright, TJ Maxx, takes a little searching, seems to want to keep going back to Alaska, but I did see a lot all around the Warren, Sterling Heights, Roseville, Utica area (I applied for a few myself) Report Inappropriate Comment

SONGOFJOY27 8/26/2010 4:00PM

I pray that our Father will give you wisdom regarding where to go, who to talk to, and what to say. I know He's got a job for you. I will continue to pray for you. Carol Report Inappropriate Comment

183WANTS2B140 8/26/2010 3:30PM

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TUBLADY 8/26/2010 3:21PM

Try to keep believing in the good that will come your way. Keep on looking, don't give up. There must be some job or agency that can help you. I hope for the best for you. Report Inappropriate Comment

Observation of Automatic Habits

Thursday, August 19, 2010

As far as being extremely busy, things seem to be slowing down a little bit. I've been faithfully making my to-do lists and checking off a lot of things that I needed to accomplish. Granted, the to-do list is still there; there's just new items and not the same old ones that I never finished.

I did make some observations about my exercise and eating habits when I became more busy. First, my exercise time is not as long as it should be nor as intense as it should be. Second, I found myself not really sitting and eating whole meals. I would have something little here and something little there. There was definitely some eating without thinking.

I realize neither is the best for my overall health. My goal for the rest of the month is to pay more attention to both my exercising and my eating. I don't want to slip into old habits and throw away all I have worked so hard for.

  

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SLIMMINJENN 8/19/2010 8:04AM

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Working on Accomplishing my Goals

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

I had one job interview this morning with a local paper. It entails working wix-hour shifts, four to six days a week, rotating what store I'm in weekly, trying to sell the newspaper and getting paid only commissions. It wouldn't be my favorite kind of job, but if nothing else right now pans out, I will have to accept it if offered the position.

I have another interview tomorrow somewhere in downtown Detroit. I still have to google the directions. I've applied to so many places, I don't even know if it's full or part time.

I did go to Michigan Relibilitation Services this morning. It's a program designed to help people with disabilities define their goals and the process of looking for employment. I figure that I can at least learn something from it.

While I was there, another company called wanting me to come in Friday for some testing. I really hope that this means the floodgates are starting to open. I'm really discouraged trying to get a job and it's starting to make me depressed.

My DH has been no help to me at all. He claims he loves me and that he wants me back and healthy. He ha s promised to send money for my medical and living expenses numerous times. Nothing has been delivered. This is why I am in a panic mode as far as trying to get a job. But....I'll have to see what the next week brings. That's all I can do - keep taking baby steps.

  

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LAMBRA 8/19/2010 2:52AM

It's encouraging sign that you receive responses to your applications. Don't abandon hope, there is a job for you out there! "The insistent beats", the ancient greeks used to claim. Natassa Report Inappropriate Comment

SONGOFJOY27 8/18/2010 12:58PM

Wow! You're getting pretty busy! I'm so thrilled to hear that you're getting callbacks and interviews from many of the places you've submitted applications. Do your best. Be your cheerful, upbeat self. The employer that wins you wins the prize! You are a valuable asset waiting to be discovered! Keep your eyes on the goal! You CAN do this! Carol Report Inappropriate Comment

Time for Extra Effort

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

I woke up today with a very determined attitude towards finding a job. After my morning walk and shower, I will go through my normal web sites applying for jobs. After that, I will go out in one of my semi-professional outfits and drive down a couple major streets. I will ask every potential employer (that I think my back and talents can handle) if they are accepting applications. I will follow up on places that I have already applied to.

I am at a desperate point money-wise. I will do whatever it takes to get income to be indedendent and stand on my own. I won't look for hand-outs. I don't know if I will succeed, but it won't be for lack of trying.

  

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MPONTERIO 8/18/2010 9:52AM

You have a great outlook. Keep thinking...I will find a job, I will find a job, I will! Report Inappropriate Comment

JAREJIL 8/17/2010 9:36PM

You have a great plan, I always told my kids if you want to find a job, you have to put in 8 hours a day looking for one. Hard around here right now, but something will show for your effort. Report Inappropriate Comment

FITMARY 8/17/2010 9:45AM

Good luck! I'm sure you can do it! Report Inappropriate Comment

KARENO5 8/17/2010 8:58AM

Best of luck to you. Report Inappropriate Comment

LOLEMA 8/17/2010 8:31AM

It will happen, keep up the positive attitude, it will take you far. Report Inappropriate Comment