This left me thinking, what do I do now? I have no money for additional schooling and I want to avoid student loans like the plague.
I began digging for jobs again. Probably more ferociously than ever before. I had to find that one job that involved technology but would keep me somewhat sane. And I did, sort of.
Library, computers, helping other people out, and learning new things on the job - perfect combo for me. It makes me nervous that its not full time for I have bills, no savings, and just getting by. However, it will make me feel "human" to work again and it is a great opportunity that could turn into another career.
I've been asked many times if I ever thought about teaching, so this might be a good way to figure it out and possibly gain some teaching experience too. Tutor to teacher are in the same realm right?
In the meantime, I'm also trying to get into a grant program that is geared to help people get into "green jobs". This may lead me to receive funding to update my technical skills.
And maybe, just maybe, guide me to a full time job that will keep my mind "working".
I'm keeping my fingers crossed that even though my finances will be rough come winter that I will soldier through this. The goal is to gain knowledge, become a stand out, and move forward. If I can find a way to help others in the process, that will be a bonus.
I no longer need someone else to promise me hope...
Drawing in Chicago for Labor Day feels like a possible "can do" at the moment.
