buckytom
Chef Extraordinaire
and don't print your resume in sky blue typeface. 
Feeling blue
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mikki
Sous Chef
Your right Renee, I'm feeling it deep right now. Yesterday was I think the first time I went into places thinking badly, but other than that I have been real upbeat and positive. It just starts to wear on you after numerous turndowns.
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mikki
Sous Chef
No Bucky-resume is in black. Thanks for making me smile.
Renee Attili
Head Chef
I feel you. But you could look at being turned down as being one step closer to the job that will fill your needs.
We all have heard of the "Power of Positive Thinking" well the same thing holds true for the "Power of Negative Thinking."
Your results are directly connected to which therory you truly feel.
It's not enough to have the montra "I am happy, I am pretty, or I will win." going through your brain, you have to believe it and feel it in your soul.
As deep down and 100% as you are feeling the "Blues" now.
We all have heard of the "Power of Positive Thinking" well the same thing holds true for the "Power of Negative Thinking."
Your results are directly connected to which therory you truly feel.
It's not enough to have the montra "I am happy, I am pretty, or I will win." going through your brain, you have to believe it and feel it in your soul.
As deep down and 100% as you are feeling the "Blues" now.
LEFSElover
Executive Chef
oh Mikki, that was a poke at me, I fixed it tho
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mikki
Sous Chef
LEFS- I know he was picking on you, I was thinking if doing my resume in funky colors,might draw attention to it.LOL Just kidding I had it done by the job service office in our area,so it's business black all the way.
jabbur
Master Chef
Maybe now is the time to get some special training in something. If there is a need in your area maybe you can find a way to train for that. Schools are another area where they are usually understaffed. You may find something there even if it is cafeteria or janitorial staff. When I lost my job 3 years ago, I didn't know what I was going to do and so I prayed about it alot. Next thing I know I'm back in school learning a new skill at the tender age of 49! Finances have not always been easy with my youngest in college also but with faith, you can make it. Contact your pastor. If you don't have one, find one. They are a great source of support and can help you in ways you may not realize.
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mikki
Sous Chef
I was going to go back to school, but can't stay afloat without income. and unemployment would not give me an extension. I could not see how I could go to school FT, work FT, and be the mom I want to be FT. My children come first.
jabbur
Master Chef
You don't have to go fulltime. I started with just one class a semester. You may qualify for financial aid as well. Don't give up. Things will turn around.
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mikki
Sous Chef
Thats where the catch 22 is, for the courses to be fully paid for you have to at least 12 credit hours, so if I go part time I have to pay which I can't afford unless I get a decent job and I can't get a decent job unless I go back to school. No matter what I have to work full time to make enough to live on. Part time jobs don't pay enough. But at this point I'm going to take any job I can get, Full time, part time, temporary it doesn't matter right now I need $$$$$
jpmcgrew
Executive Chef
Mikki,why is it you cant work nights?
elaine l
Head Chef
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An Inspirational Poem
Don't Quit
by Edgar A. Guest
When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
when the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
when the funds are low and the debts are high,
and you want to smile but you have to sigh,
when care is pressing you down a bit - rest if you must,
but don't you quit.
Life is queer with its twists and turns.
As everyone of us sometimes learns.
And many a fellow turns about when he might have won had he stuck it out.
Don't give up though the pace seems slow - you may succeed with another blow.
Often the goal is nearer than it seems to a faint and faltering man;
often the struggler has given up when he might have captured the victor's cup;
and he learned too late when the night came down,
how close he was to the golden crown.
Success is failure turned inside out - the silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
and when you never can tell how close you are,
it may be near when it seems afar;
so stick to the fight when you're hardest hit - it's when things seem worst,
you must not quit.
Don't Quit
by Edgar A. Guest
When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
when the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
when the funds are low and the debts are high,
and you want to smile but you have to sigh,
when care is pressing you down a bit - rest if you must,
but don't you quit.
Life is queer with its twists and turns.
As everyone of us sometimes learns.
And many a fellow turns about when he might have won had he stuck it out.
Don't give up though the pace seems slow - you may succeed with another blow.
Often the goal is nearer than it seems to a faint and faltering man;
often the struggler has given up when he might have captured the victor's cup;
and he learned too late when the night came down,
how close he was to the golden crown.
Success is failure turned inside out - the silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
and when you never can tell how close you are,
it may be near when it seems afar;
so stick to the fight when you're hardest hit - it's when things seem worst,
you must not quit.
jpmcgrew
Executive Chef
An Inspirational Poem
Don't Quit
by Edgar A. Guest
When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
when the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
when the funds are low and the debts are high,
and you want to smile but you have to sigh,
when care is pressing you down a bit - rest if you must,
but don't you quit.
Life is queer with its twists and turns.
As everyone of us sometimes learns.
And many a fellow turns about when he might have won had he stuck it out.
Don't give up though the pace seems slow - you may succeed with another blow.
Often the goal is nearer than it seems to a faint and faltering man;
often the struggler has given up when he might have captured the victor's cup;
and he learned too late when the night came down,
how close he was to the golden crown.
Success is failure turned inside out - the silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
and when you never can tell how close you are,
it may be near when it seems afar;
so stick to the fight when you're hardest hit - it's when things seem worst,
you must not quit.
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mikki
Sous Chef
Thanks Elaine that is a great poem
JP husband works evenings,need to be here for my daughter. She's older but has school activities she is committed to. If it totally comes down to it that might have to be sacraficed. It will break my heart if I have to do that though. But I haven't even been offered a evening job either.
After a long day of tears and saddness, the support from my new DC family has picked me up and I feel like I can face tomarrow. Thanks to everyone who took the time to give me support, It helped me get through today.
JP husband works evenings,need to be here for my daughter. She's older but has school activities she is committed to. If it totally comes down to it that might have to be sacraficed. It will break my heart if I have to do that though. But I haven't even been offered a evening job either.
After a long day of tears and saddness, the support from my new DC family has picked me up and I feel like I can face tomarrow. Thanks to everyone who took the time to give me support, It helped me get through today.
buckytom
Chef Extraordinaire
lol, mikki. what about joining the upstate production of these guys?
Blue Man Group
j/k. glad you're feeling better.
Blue Man Group
j/k. glad you're feeling better.
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mikki
Sous Chef
I do look great in blue, wait then my eyes wouldn't stand out, could I go with pink. LOL
Cordel
Senior Cook
Mikki, glad you are feeling somewhat better. I hope things look better tomorrow.
Dave Hutchins
Head Chef
Mikki I am male and a sensitive one at that. Boot you insensitive husband where it would hurt the worst.. Then tell him up front to knock off the negative nonsense and start being supportive or show him the door. You do not kneed this aggravation at this time in your life. G d works in strange ways at times and I have faith that the Master is looking out for you. He has helped me numiorus times. I am a fully trained Chef and when I had to I worked as a cleaner of bathrooms just to survive But a new door will open
It is always darkest just before the dawn so hang in. QUIT TAKING RUBISH FROM YOUR HUSBAND. It is hard but ask G D for help and think positive.
It is always darkest just before the dawn so hang in. QUIT TAKING RUBISH FROM YOUR HUSBAND. It is hard but ask G D for help and think positive.
Bilby
Executive Chef
Wow a lot of worthwhile posts here Mikki! And I agree with everyone!
Somebody mentioned volunteer work - great idea cos it can give you your confidence back and make you feel worthwhile (even though you are).
We aren't defined by our jobs. We define our jobs.
At 15, let your daughter worry a little. It won't kill her! You don't need to share everything but don't play charades either. My dad died when I was 15, and my mum sheltered me from a lot of the problems she was experiencing, mainly financial. It was quite isolating really. I would have understood if she had shared with me.
At 15, you are deemed old enough to get a job, so why not let her try as well? She doesn't have to support the family but can at least pay for her luxuries/activities herself. Also if you did have an evening job, like waitressing, could your daughter spend the evening with a friend who also has the same activities as her? They could go together on those nights and you can reciprocate when you have the opportunity. Or with lots of home baked cornbread!
Have you considered virtual jobs - one's that are internet based that you can do from home? Not talking about the dodgy ones here but for example, there is a site in Oz for a virtual assistant, where they act as the go between for client and temp - no on-site work.
Good luck with whatever the future brings you.
Somebody mentioned volunteer work - great idea cos it can give you your confidence back and make you feel worthwhile (even though you are).
We aren't defined by our jobs. We define our jobs.
At 15, let your daughter worry a little. It won't kill her! You don't need to share everything but don't play charades either. My dad died when I was 15, and my mum sheltered me from a lot of the problems she was experiencing, mainly financial. It was quite isolating really. I would have understood if she had shared with me.
At 15, you are deemed old enough to get a job, so why not let her try as well? She doesn't have to support the family but can at least pay for her luxuries/activities herself. Also if you did have an evening job, like waitressing, could your daughter spend the evening with a friend who also has the same activities as her? They could go together on those nights and you can reciprocate when you have the opportunity. Or with lots of home baked cornbread!
Have you considered virtual jobs - one's that are internet based that you can do from home? Not talking about the dodgy ones here but for example, there is a site in Oz for a virtual assistant, where they act as the go between for client and temp - no on-site work.
Good luck with whatever the future brings you.
