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The man you could post like.
Join Date: Oct 2010
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How big is the plot of land your house is on? Might not be the worst idea to try and find a nice used Travel Trailer to put on it and live out of to save you rent for the time being. Shouldn't be too much of a hassle relatively to run a 30 amp line to get some electricity.
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Court Jester
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Orlando
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Damn, it’s honestly pretty scary how close many of us are to being in the same situation. A couple of bad breaks at the wrong time can easily screw up everything you’ve worked your whole life for. I know you don’t want to, but is there any way you can stay at a room in the house you are leasing to your family? Or do something like Sassy Squatch said and maybe put a little camper in the back yard.
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MVP
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Newport, Or
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Well, sleep isn't happening so here is the anger that goes with the depression:
God damn mother ****er! I have never taken unemployment in my life and I got all of $500 a week for 6 months and nothing more. Whee, that helped slow the bleeding for a short while. Of course, when I was laid off HR told me that they didn't care if I applied for unemployment right away. So, silly me, I did so. Well, the state went, oh you are still getting paid by your previous employer to you can reapply 2 months after that ends. Assholes all around. And **** corporate America. Corporations are persons, my ass! At least with a person there is a chance for a little empathy. Oh no, it is all about the bottom line. The rich assholes don't give a shit as long as their investment grows. If that means that some people get screwed and left with nothing, it doesn't matter. We will just give them a pittance at best so we can virtue signal what nice, caring people we are. **** THAT! And don't even get me started on the little bullshit like, smoking is evil. The entire apartment complex we moved into is no smoking. So, go stand out on the street corner so everyone can point and laugh (not literally of course). But hey, there is a park down the street but no smoking is allowed there either! Why don't you just get over with and make cigarettes illegal! Along those lines, Oregon has legal pot. But I can't smoke on the apartment property and smoking pot in public is not legal. So, I can buy without worry but have nowhere I can actually partake! What the **** is up with that? Heaven forbid you are a tourist who would like to take advantage of the opportunity. So, what are they supposed to do, take it home with them? But taking it across state lines is a federal offence. How ****ed up can you get? Did you know that every time you apply for a job online you have to set up an account. I have created hundreds of accounts during my searching. But stay safe online. Don't let yourself be exposed to inconvenient things like data breaches. Well, my ****ing data is all over the place just because I want a ****ing job. Sons of bitches! I have always been aware of the dangers and keep a pretty low profile online as a result. That is all shot to hell now and nothing to show for it either! Wow, I thought this might help but it is not possible to rage properly in this format. I am a very non violent person but I want to hit something so badly. Over and over again! I tried to put NSFW tags on this but have now learned that is for images only, not text. My apologies for language. Last edited by Hydrae; 08-15-2024 at 05:52 AM.. |
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Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Newport, Or
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Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Newport, Or
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
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Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Rocky Ford
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The man you could post like.
Join Date: Oct 2010
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Bono & Grbac wasn't enough
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Sioux City, IA
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Very sorry for your predicament Hydrae.
Not that it helps, but the 1st thing you should do is quit smoking. Think of the money being burned there. |
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Stroking to the SB Champs!
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Flatlands of Kansas
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Check your rep, Hydrae.
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Bono & Grbac wasn't enough
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Sioux City, IA
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Join Date: Aug 2000
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First of all....my thoughts are with you as your family goes through this struggle. There is no easy answer to how to fix this, especially in the economic times we are in.
I do want to say.....I think there is some ageism involved, and anyone who thinks not hasn't been thru hiring someone with your "Talent Acquisition" team lately. Yes, they want people who have the "ability" to grow professionally over the next 5 years, but then they will admit that in 5 years that person will probably not be at the company anymore. Gone are the days of looking at the work history of a candidate and seeing a long term opportunity and possible loyal and consistent associate. I don't think I can add to any better answers than have already been presented. Have you looked at taking early retirement and drawing a lesser dollar on your Social Security to ensure a steady income stream no matter how small it may be? |
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Constable of Untruths
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Wichita
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I have a lot of questions and if these questions come off as condescending, I apologize in advance.
1. Why did you move to one of the most expensive states in America before you had employment? 2. Does the lease agreement you signed allow you to sublease to someone so you can get out of there and move somewhere cheaper? 3. Does your wife have the ability to get a full-time job or is that conversation a non-starter? 4. I assume at your age and with you planning to retire at 67 that you have some investments built up. Any possibility that any of those are liquid enough to cash in without a major penalty to get you by unitl you find employment? I'm really sorry you are going through all of this and I'm sure it seems like the whole world is against you right now. It sounds like you have family that cares about you. Don't be afraid to swallow your pride a little and ask for help. Good luck. I wish you all the best. |
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: Kansas City, MO
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Really sorry to hear it, Hydrae. No easy answers. I hate that it's gotten so expensive to even rent a "cheap" apartment. Praying that you and your wife are able to find some situation that is workable.
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