Job interview today!!!

[Jerman]

Hi my friends, I am once again asking you for well wishes for me. I have a huge job interview today at a residential program for troubled youths. As always with me there is a tremendous amount of pressure riding on this. I am nervous, anxious, and unfortunately in a fair amount of pain. Please send any positive energy you can spare. White light, prayers, reiki, or an attaboy would be much appreciated.

Here's hoping I do not have my first shart today during the interview.

[imisspopcorn]

Good for you Jerman.....No sharting aloud, although it may help you get the job....Never underestimate the power of a shart.....Way to get back out there my friend.

[InkyStinky]

Hi Jerman - Good for you for getting an interview! I'll be praying it goes well and is "accident" free... And that you'll be able to tell if the job would be good for you. Good Luck!

[Nyx]

Good luck! Attaboy!! No sharting!! Seriously, I hope it goes well for you

[farm]

Go get em.

[My Butt Hurts]

GOOD LUCK ON YOUR INTERVIEW TODAY JER!!!
I figured I was late and you might already be there, so I yelled it.

[Jeff D.]

Good luck. I'm praying for you

[shazamataz]

Atta boy

[Fog Ducker]

Good luck man!! Hope it goes well!

[Astra101]

Hey Jerman
I'm obviously dead late with my 'way to go Jerry' cos I'm the other side of the world, and time diff, etc
so hope it went well?
lotsa luv
Joan
xx

[Jettalady]

You have my biggest hug and healing today and I know you will get the job because you are such a sincere person. Let us know how it goes!!!!

[misscris]

I hope all went well Jerman. Can't wait to here how it went! Good luck. Yeah, I'm late too.

[Jerman]

My god I love you guys, even my parents have given up hope for me and you guys stick by me. I wish I could give you a big ole jerman hug to show you how much your support means to me. Just ask cris they are great hugs with optional motorboat zerbers!

I am really discouraged because the job is essentiallly mine i thing but after taxes and child support I would be making $6.12 per hour for working with combative sexually abused individuals. I feel like a big freekin failure because i had high hopes for today. but as it turns out i would be making more on unemployment than working ....WTF?

[Jettalady]

Ouch! With the cost of transportation, coffee (tea or whatever) you would be better off to stay on unemployment.. you shouldnt have to pay them to go work and it is not an easy job! Try not to be discouraged, that is why they are interviews, not just them to interview you , but you them! I see alot of American struggling for jobs, and here in Canada too. The economy is bad right now but don't feel like a failure, I have faith in you, even if you don't. If at first you dont succeed.... Sorry Jerman, but chin up, something will come. You are amazing to us too!

[katiesue1506]

That's the main issue with unemployment. Many people make more money on it than working. I know someone who is on it and he makes $400 a WEEK... I WORK and go to college full time and I make that in about three weeks! He's tired of sitting at home though, and creating a whole different problem. I have read somewhere about you still being able to collect unemployment with a part-time job, in Indiana at least.

And I know what you mean about that job type. I'm trained in social work/sociology/law/social worker type careers and they are low-pay, thankless jobs. Caseloads are super heavy and work hours are long yet they pay you like $30,000 a year. WHAT?!

I'm sure you've probably done this, but I'm constantly looking on my state's website for jobs. They usually provide good benefits.

Good luck Jerman, I'm sorry things suck right now. I expect a dramatic economic upturn by the end of the year or next though.

[Nyx]

Well, if you decide to go the EI route, we can always stay on here and think of polls for everyone...lol I'm not working right now either, and have ALOT of time on my hands! I'm becoming the poll Queen...lol Sad, but true!

[InkyStinky]

I'm so sorry about how it turned out. You have every right to feel disappointed but you aren't a failure. Heck, you not only got an interview but you could have that job - just because the finanical bit of all this is so messed up it is in no way your fault so please don't think you're a failure!

(((hugs!)))

--Sabrina

[Rob]

Sorry I'm late but great ya feelin well enuff too get back out there again
just a pity they don't wish too reward those that do enuff with there pay

its bit like that here in Aust too the unemployed get more too stay home than too get out an get a normal paying job - if they avail
so not right - an they wonder why the economy etc is suffering - no insentive

chin up mate an keep tryin , your an insperation for the rest

[Tan]

Oh Jerman Im sorry that totally sucks that you would get paid less then being on unemployment and they wonder why so many people stay on it instead of getting out into the work force and make a living. Geez that just seems backwards to me. Keep you chin up buddy Im sure things will work out and as Rob said its great to see you are up beat and feeling ok to be thinking bout going back to work. My thought are with you buddy.

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by Jettalady

Ouch! With the cost of transportation, coffee (tea or whatever) you would be better off to stay on unemployment.. you shouldnt have to pay them to go work and it is not an easy job! Try not to be discouraged, that is why they are interviews, not just them to interview you , but you them! I see alot of American struggling for jobs, and here in Canada too. The economy is bad right now but don't feel like a failure, I have faith in you, even if you don't. If at first you dont succeed.... Sorry Jerman, but chin up, something will come. You are amazing to us too!

Thank you Lady Pen, kinda had my hopes up that with 21 years in the field, I could talk them into more money but there was no leeway he already had me at the cap for that job, lol. It could've been sweet if the cash were better only minutes from home. It also was sweet because they do not rely on fed or state funding, so they have not laid anyone off at all. A big drawback was that weekends were mandatory which of course would be a problem with my boys coming every other week, i would hardly get to see them at all. Thank you for having faith in me it means a great deal right now! You are such a sweetheart.

Discouraged of course but have to try to stay positive.

"Confusious say fall down 7 times stand up 8"

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by katiesue1506

That's the main issue with unemployment. Many people make more money on it than working. I know someone who is on it and he makes $400 a WEEK... I WORK and go to college full time and I make that in about three weeks! He's tired of sitting at home though, and creating a whole different problem. I have read somewhere about you still being able to collect unemployment with a part-time job, in Indiana at least.

And I know what you mean about that job type. I'm trained in social work/sociology/law/social worker type careers and they are low-pay, thankless jobs. Caseloads are super heavy and work hours are long yet they pay you like $30,000 a year. WHAT?!

I'm sure you've probably done this, but I'm constantly looking on my state's website for jobs. They usually provide good benefits.

Good luck Jerman, I'm sorry things suck right now. I expect a dramatic economic upturn by the end of the year or next though.

Thanks for the kind words KatieSue, and for the suggestion about the state website. I do look at it pretty regularly but there has been a hiring freeze here for a bit and the rumors are spinning about more layoffs in Human Services jobs.

[Astra101]

Hi Jerman
Just wanted to say well done for getting an interview, which in itself is an achievement and a wonderful experience, to show them what you've got to offer them and the job is yours too, if you want it, but unfortunately, like here in the UK, £6.00 an hour is bloody criminal! AND working with abused youths too, all these types of jobs are low paid and there's often no ladder to climb either. I work with kids with ASD and it's sooo hard, getting beat up every day, rubbish pay, and after tax & insurance, I sometimes think, WHY? and being ill too doesn't help, sooo stressful.
You're so not a failure, dear Jerman, it's the system that's failing us, the 'pond life'
who are the cogs that keep establishments like these turning.
with your experience, something good will come your way, one day.
love
Joan xx

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by Nyx

Well, if you decide to go the EI route, we can always stay on here and think of polls for everyone...lol I'm not working right now either, and have ALOT of time on my hands! I'm becoming the poll Queen...lol Sad, but true!

Thanks Nyx, whatever helps you keep your sanity is a wonderful thing.

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by InkyStinky

I'm so sorry about how it turned out. You have every right to feel disappointed but you aren't a failure. Heck, you not only got an interview but you could have that job - just because the finanical bit of all this is so messed up it is in no way your fault so please don't think you're a failure!

(((hugs!)))

--Sabrina

Thanks for the kind words and the hugs Sabrina. Sometimes it feels as though this wonderful ::sarcasm:: economy will never turn around, wish I could get back in school or some type of training for a new more lucrative career.

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by Rob

Sorry I'm late but great ya feelin well enuff too get back out there again
just a pity they don't wish too reward those that do enuff with there pay

its bit like that here in Aust too the unemployed get more too stay home than too get out an get a normal paying job - if they avail
so not right - an they wonder why the economy etc is suffering - no insentive

chin up mate an keep tryin , your an insperation for the rest

Hey Rob, thanks for you kind thoughts and support. It is kinda wacky here in mass that most of the money coming from the feds is being spent on new road signs and sound barriers for the highways. Oh, well when i become king, i will change all of that. lol

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by Tan

Oh Jerman Im sorry that totally sucks that you would get paid less then being on unemployment and they wonder why so many people stay on it instead of getting out into the work force and make a living. Geez that just seems backwards to me. Keep you chin up buddy Im sure things will work out and as Rob said its great to see you are up beat and feeling ok to be thinking bout going back to work. My thought are with you buddy.

Thank you Tan, it sure doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me either. Gonna work real hard on staying focused and upbeat. It is amazing the connection between the "disease" and how stress and or disappointment brings it on, pretty good high level of pain today.

[kenny]

Good luck with which ever way you play this Jerman.

I recently went off UI to accept a $10/h job doing totally mundane mindless assembly crap. 4 years of post secondary edu in plant sciences and Horticulture is useless while standing at a table melting a plastic post with a soldering gun to hold a LED in place.

But I am seeing how well I can manage my disease while going back to work. It's more about getting that structure back into my life and taking care of myself well enough that I can work properly and regain confidence in my ability to function normally. Its a bit shaky right now as there have a been a few things that are still too physical demanding for me but I keep trying to look at it more like a proving ground than a legitimate job. Even though I am presently working I am still looking for better work. But now I have an idea about how far I can push myself and things I need to consider when talking to other potential employers.

The disappointment thing is so true. I stand there all day trying not to let the situation get to me but this past week was hard. My butt is hurting about as bad as my pride today. I know its because of the disappointment in my job making me frustrated and carrying over to my overall health. My Grandma always used to say, "Settle down! Don't get your guts in knot" And now I know exactly what that meant

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by Astra101

Hi Jerman
Just wanted to say well done for getting an interview, which in itself is an achievement and a wonderful experience, to show them what you've got to offer them and the job is yours too, if you want it, but unfortunately, like here in the UK, £6.00 an hour is bloody criminal! AND working with abused youths too, all these types of jobs are low paid and there's often no ladder to climb either. I work with kids with ASD and it's sooo hard, getting beat up every day, rubbish pay, and after tax & insurance, I sometimes think, WHY? and being ill too doesn't help, sooo stressful.
You're so not a failure, dear Jerman, it's the system that's failing us, the 'pond life'
who are the cogs that keep establishments like these turning.
with your experience, something good will come your way, one day.
love
Joan xx

thanks Joan, that was very kind of you to say. It is challenging to have put 21 years into working with people with challenges- I really loved it! But you are correct in saying that the pay is minimal but the responsibilities abundant, but i did love making a difference in someone's life.

[Jerman]

Originally Posted by kenny

Good luck with which ever way you play this Jerman.

I recently went off UI to accept a $10/h job doing totally mundane mindless assembly crap. 4 years of post secondary edu in plant sciences and Horticulture is useless while standing at a table melting a plastic post with a soldering gun to hold a LED in place.

But I am seeing how well I can manage my disease while going back to work. It's more about getting that structure back into my life and taking care of myself well enough that I can work properly and regain confidence in my ability to function normally. Its a bit shaky right now as there have a been a few things that are still too physical demanding for me but I keep trying to look at it more like a proving ground than a legitimate job. Even though I am presently working I am still looking for better work. But now I have an idea about how far I can push myself and things I need to consider when talking to other potential employers.

The disappointment thing is so true. I stand there all day trying not to let the situation get to me but this past week was hard. My butt is hurting about as bad as my pride today. I know its because of the disappointment in my job making me frustrated and carrying over to my overall health. My Grandma always used to say, "Settle down! Don't get your guts in knot" And now I know exactly what that meant

Sorry that you are struggling with pain Kenny, it really is a fine line knowing when and how much we are able to push ourselves and when the pain kicks in. I was pretty concerned with the physical nature of the job as sometimes even stretching or twisting my trunk can cause such an intense pain.

[Jerman]

Hey every one, wondering if the stress from something like a job interview? I have been in a bit of a flare since the interview a few days back. Actually feeling LOTS of pain today, have had the heating pad on my belly for hours. I think I am between a seven and an eight out of a scale of 1 to 10. So it is starting to really get my attention. the location of my pain has changed a bit of late, it used to just be just under the right ribcage, no it goes across my belly to the upper and lower areas of my belly. Does this happen to anyone else or am I losing my mind too?