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| Dirk Ralthar Posts: 42/328 |
I just saw this and couldn't help throwing my two cents in the bucket.
First, on the moving out thing. You need to be sure you are truly ready for the responsibility of being on your own. As I don't really know you, I can't say that you are or not, I am guessing probably yes. Anyway my point is that you need to know yourself. Can you accept the full responsibilies that come with supporting yourself? Yes there are more freedoms (not having parents breathing down your neck 24/7 for example) but there are also responsibilies (making sure you get the water bill on time so you can still shower the next week... ironic I would use that as an example... my mom works for the city and cuts off peoples' water when they don't pay their bills, but that is not the point) the point is that you need to balance all of your pro and cons... and the end result is what you should follow. For example, I am stubborn as hell, my friends know this. Come the 21st I would love to move out and find my own place, but i know there is no way in hell i would be able to afford it. I work a combined total of about 20 hours a week... and I will be starting at the JC come that same date. These two things throw a huge shift in the cons side of the equation. Despite how much I may want to, I can't move out and I have accepted that. I just hope I can afford to move out by next summer... my dad is getting transfered to a recruiting job in Arkansas for the Coast Guard... *shudders*... the first thing that pops into my head is a part of the Dueling Banjos. (no offense to anyone that lives in Arkansas or anyone that likes banjos... i think they sound good). Second, on the job thing. I spent 3 months looking for a job about a year... maybe a year and a half ago. Applied at at least 40 places. Everything from Shutterbug, Walmart, and Target to Taco Bell, McDonald's, and Burger king... I got 3 call back total... those were from the Mickey D's and Burger King, and also from Baskin Robins. Went in for interviews and didn't get any of those jobs (I like to think that they thought I was over qualified, but I bet it was most likely my long hair. I am not entirely ignorant to the workings of the world.) But then applied for a job at this place called Copperworks in Petaluma, got hired on the spot. Now I work with sheet metal all day. Some of the stuff I do is fun, like just today, I designed a lamp... now I just need to acctually build the lamp. Should be interesting. My point, just keep looking and sooner or later you will find something. If you like it, stay with it, if not, refine your search... but don't quit that one 'till you have another job lined up... know a guy who has done that like three times now... |
| Elara Posts: 3410/9734 |
Well from the looks of it I won't be moving out anytime soon, so at least it's not as pressing anymore. I might be having some luck at Steinfillers, the brewing supply store that Venomouslobster goes to... we shall have to see. |
| Makura Posts: 1050/1555 |
I now join you on the job hunt, Crystle. And let me tell you, it sucks. I'm thinking about taking a job at a fastfood place. It's easy and it's money. |
| Savedox Posts: 1325/1567 |
I have found that Yahoo's hotjobs works better than monster, So far out of the 5 or 6 places ive applied for on Hotjobs I have gotten around 2 call backs.. out of the 10 or 15 i did on monster.. so far nothing..
so yea.. *shrugs*.. that's about all I can really say right exept for good luck |
| Elara Posts: 3345/9734 |
I went down to the district office and put in a card that will have them notify me when the position opens. I also applied for a clerk position. Doubt I will get it though, since they want someone that is bilingual/biliterate, but I tried. Also applied at Washington Mutual and put up a resume on Monster.
Yeah, the school has a bookstore... but they pay minumum wage and that will just not cut it. |
| WhiteRose Posts: 899/1461 |
Originally posted by Elara Don't worry, I fell into the same trap pretty much. My mom is a bit more subtle thought. Elara, call the school distrcits and keep bugging them about being a T.A. or any other position. They do hire every year, I just don't know what time of year. Keep calling. I'm sure they will hire you. Good luck. |
| Katana Posts: 1207/3649 |
**hugs** Elara, I'm so sorry. Things will work out though. You'll see. 
As far as the job thing goes, best of luck. Seriously. I know myself that it's not as easy to find one as it seems. My issue is a lot of places seem reluctant to hire me because they don't think I look my age. 'Least they don't think so...I dunno. I can hardly blame them to be honest though. The only places I've been able to look really, school and transportation being a major burden, are high traffic areas and even as a customer, other punks who walk in the stores give me a hard time and shit... Are there any bookstores nearby? I don't know about over there, but here, if you're a student and an employee at a book store, they give you decent discounts on books. Hopefully you can find little ways like that to cut certain costs. I know $600 for books isn't a big deal when you're talking $20,000 for school as a whole (just made up random numbers here) but hey....if that's $600 you can cut, there's money put aside for a car. **shrugs** I know, my comments are a bit redundant. I'm sure people, whether it be here or IRL, have already toldyou stuffs like that. 
**hugs** I'll keep my fingers crossed for ya! |
| Elara Posts: 3343/9734 |
Crappy, nowhere is hiring.
Oh, and now my mom is hanging a new car over my head. Dad said we're getting me one on Saturday and then later when I mention moving out again my mom says if I move out she won't get me the car. I fucking hate dealing with these people!! |
| Makura Posts: 1038/1555 |
At least your parents don't have that insurance thing hung over your head. How is the job hunt going, now? |
| Elara Posts: 3337/9734 |
Well, as I expected, the job didn't go through. The guy was nearly done with interviews and had pretty much made his decision already. So back on the hunt I go. |
| Banned Posts: 2277/-3459 |
... parents NOT wanting to kick their kid out?
... WOW... Sucks to be you I guess... and uh... support... love... and... uh... yay? *hugs* |
| Elara Posts: 3325/9734 |
So I have good news on the moving out front. My dad found out that as long as I am a full time student I will have insurance, even if I do not live under my parent's roof. So my major problem is taken care of as of Spring semester! Yay!
On the job issue, possibility of a part time job has surface. My neighbor works at a local bank and said a customer that she deals with often is looking to hire someone part time. It's with State Farm Insurance in a neighboring city (Downey for those who'd know). Bit far from school, but close to both current house and Pockets' as far as driving goes. Problem is I don't know what it pays. *hopes it is good* |
| Xeoman Posts: 4480/11751 |
Originally posted by Drizzt DourdenOriginally posted by Makura Same here, but I honestly only see myself staying another couple of years. Mainly only to save money ... I guess. Yeah, the biggest thing is I'd love to have more of is freedom. But I have my own car, a job, places to go, and I'm 18 and my parents know I'm grown up here. I'm here to do my own thing. I still am somewhat forced to go to some family events and stuff ... but, oh well. I actually love going to my grandparents [mom's side] because my grandma cooks like no other. |
| Savedox Posts: 1287/1567 |
Originally posted by Makura Yes, if you have someone that you love is the point. Not all 18 year olds have that luxury of having someone that loves you. also some parents arent really that bad, it depends on if you get along with them. For me, my mom isnt going to make me pay rent, she's going to let me stay home for as long as I need it. |
| Makura Posts: 1028/1555 |
The room will be vacant soon. Very soon. If I can help in any way let me know. I'll keep my eyes peeled for jobs too. |
| Elara Posts: 3311/9734 |
Well so far no one in my family likes the idea. To top it off everything is going to shit so I can't afford to move out and I STILL can't find a job because the places that are hiring either need me to know Spanish because of the area or do not offer part-time even though they say they do.
Of course, the room is not vacant yet so I have time. |
| Makura Posts: 1020/1555 |
I'd rather be homeless than be living at home when I'm 18. To me,what I'll have with the person I love is worth the struggle. You'll probably say, " well you don't know what you're getting yourself into." And you're right, I don't. But I'm willing to try. |
| venomouslobster Posts: 182/444 |
Now dont get me wrong here, our culture is going toward more 20 somethings staying at home because of the expenses, cost and other balverine ploo what am i talking about?,,,,anywho so the point i think is that you should really knock out your parents....and then....i forgot but still...make with the beatings...and move in with me sort of |
| Xeoman Posts: 4340/11751 |
Job gets you money ... so yeah, that might be good. 
So you'd move in with your boyfriend? I'd say, if you move in with someone or a few people, I wouldn't worry about it to much. That way pay wouldn't be so stressful since you guys can divide things up and everything. But yeah, it just sounds like you should move out. You're 21, and well its about that time anyways if you ask me. Freedom. |
| Elara Posts: 3273/9734 |
That sounds like fun actually... I just really need to find a job. |
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