Category: Unemployment Files

Adventures in Unemployment

I figured I’d write about this topic since its taken on the form of a sitcom. I could be writing about my awful, almost-in-tears-with-pain stomach virus that I contracted last Sunday but I won’t. All I’ll say is that I went to the doctor today, he confirmed it was  a virus, he prescribed me some … Continue reading Adventures in Unemployment →

Making It Better

To say that it’s been a rather tough year for us would be absolutely correct* but despite it all, we’re managing to pull through and remain optimistic. And I’m thankful to have found a couple of jobs that have definitely helped out. But while I do have some income, Christmas is going to be a … Continue reading Making It Better →

Jobs and The Jackass

It's been a strange past couple of weeks. As you know, I've been spending them working my new job which I will finally reveal on this here blog at this here moment: Kmart. Yes, in an attempt to get myself back on track, I accepted the temporary position that they offered knowing it would last … Continue reading Jobs and The Jackass →

Back to the Grind

Well, folks, tomorrow I return to the working world. And I'm having mixed emotions about it. Yes, in this day and age I should just shut my mouth be glad that I managed to snag a job at all, even though it is not in any of my fields of expertise. And as hard as … Continue reading Back to the Grind →

Change of Plans

Today I made my call to the EDD to get some information on what in the world I will do once my benefits are exhausted, something which is due to happen within the next 5 weeks. And I have to admit that there were a few things that impressed me about the call. First, the … Continue reading Change of Plans →