The Summit
Accomplishing a huge goal might just be my favorite feeling of all time. Day 34 – 36 of Unemployment: After over a month of misery, I GOT A JOB!!!!! *balloons […]
Hope Is a Waking Dream
It amazes me how much having something to look forward to can change my entire mood and life outlook. Even without achieving anything tangible, the possibility that I may be […]
Reuse Me
After my last entry, Comcast decided to provide shoddy internet service, so I haven’t been on my computer much. Someone finally came out and fixed the problem today, and I […]
Cabin Fever
When you’re stuck at home every day, “relaxing activities” get old VERY quickly. I don’t think I’ve ever had cabin fever this badly…each day is starting to feel like the […]
You Got It Goin’ On, Young Lady
One of the most surprising aspects of unemployment is the blow that it’s taken to my self-esteem. The sadness, frustration, and panic were anticipated. I cope with them every day […]
The American Dream
Happy Independence Day, everyone. Today, I have been thinking a lot about our “land of opportunity.” The US has long been viewed as a country where dreams come true. I […]
Don’t Panic
I title today’s entry in exasperated mockery of myself, as “panic” has been the main thing I’ve been doing the past few days. I haven’t been able to write or […]
Rain Cloud
Day 9 of Unemployment: I’m going to keep today’s entry short and just be emotionally honest – today has been a really difficult day. No luck with job searching, couldn’t […]
Open Your Box
A small cardboard box sits at the entry way of my apartment, next to our coat closet. It is neatly closed and inconspicuous…this innocent box contains all of the items […]
Ain’t Worried About Nothin’
Random fun fact about myself – I take great pleasure in listening to ratchet music. Yes, I also love “true” hip-hop and enjoy any artist who can write thought-provoking lyrics. […]
Diary of a Laid Off American 