The first day of orientation went well, so that's a relief. I learned a lot; launching into the private sector is indeed daunting, but I'm sure I'll figure it out. I just need to get into the swing of things. Ironically, the at-home clients are working out splendidly. I informed both of them that I was quitting, but would like to continue ( Read more... )

I am yet again being held out of the call center. They're having "technological issues," so we haven't had work since last FRIDAY. I got another phone call this afternoon saying they're closed for the rest of the week. I am so, so done with this contract. I spoke with my temp agency representative and said that I was considering my contract ( Read more... )

The past several weeks have been a blur, trying to hustle, trying to find money in order to stretch our savings just a little bit more. The Kangaroo Hut promptly collapsed and I haven't heard from them again. I filed for unemployment, they contested it in a way (how can I be "discharged" when there's "no work" to be had?), got a little money and ( Read more... )