A brief update on the state of me

[alee_grrl]

The past month and a bit has been super stressful. Allergies turned into a nasty case of bronchitis and then I lost my job. I'm recovered from bronchitis and looking for work while applying for weekly unemployment benefits that I've yet to receive (there is a delay for the first week plus an extra delay because I was paid for the remainder of my last week even if I was let go late in the day on a Wednesday). I've filed for SNAP benefits (which is basically what they call food stamps these days) and Medicaid as well. I will likely not get the SNAP benefits because my former employer is ghosting me on my requests for a termination letter. I let the social worker know this, but who the fuck knows if it will help anything.

On the brighter side, I've had some good interviews and am hopeful about a couple of positions. Both had more interviews to do and warned me it might be closer to the end of the month before they make a final decision, but I've got my fingers crossed and in the meantime will continue to submit applications to various positions. I'm thankful for a supportive chosen family, so I won't be at risk of becoming homeless or starving. Things are just going to be really tight for a while and I hate that I'm basically adding to the stresses and burdens of my loved ones while I hunt for work. But I keep reminding myself that if the positions were reversed, I'd not bat an eye at helping them out and would never consider them a burden.

So yeah, that's where I'm at right now. Holding on by a thread, but surviving. Hope life is treating you all okay.

Comments

[sulien]

Well, damn! I am so sorry to hear that your firm cut you loose. :( I hope you find a good practice soon that has sufficient benefits as well as a decent living wage. I’m really glad that your chosen family are supportive, that means all the difference when life hands us crap like this. *huge hugs*

*crossing everything that can cross and sending positive, supportive thoughts your way*

[alee_grrl]

Thank you! <3

[sperrywink]

{{{hugs}}}

Losing your job is always fraught. Good luck job hunting. I will keep my fingers crossed that something better comes along.

[alee_grrl]

Thank you! <3

[amejisuto]

I'm so sorry! That just sucks. Let me know if there's anything I can do to help!

[alee_grrl]

Thank you! <3

[amejisuto]

Just wondering, you are pagan, right? Or are you just open-minded?

[alee_grrl]

I am pagan. Sort of a eclectic practitioner, but definitely pagan.

[amejisuto]

I don't know if you can see this without being a member, but it's an awesome spell to find a job!

https://spells8.com/wiccan-chant-spell-dream-job/

[alee_grrl]

Oh, that is lovely. Thank you! <3

[amejisuto]

You're welcome! I hope it helps you!