I am out of work for the 2nd time in 21 years of working as an adult.
Today was my second day officially out of work, and I must say, staying home will take some getting used to. I spent over an hour filling out applications for financial assistance (with the baby on the way and all.) After a 20+ page application, I spent 33 minutes on hold, then another 40 minutes talking to a guy with marbles in his mouth, about why we make too much money to get assistance. (Are you kidding me?) 8 people in our house, plus one on the way (that they count) and two adults on unemployment make too much money? SERIOUSLY?
The only other time I was ever laid off, Sadie was not quite 3 months old, and I would have made more money on unemployment, because I wouldn't have the expense of daycare. At that time, I felt it was unfortunate that I got a job in a couple of weeks.
This time, I really don't know how I feel. If getting a job would make my income too high to qualify for financial aid, that would almost be a detriment, but if I got a job that had insurance to cover pre-existing conditions, it would be a blessing. Who knows?
I guess I'll have to trust that the only one who knows, will take care of things!
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oh crap, so sorry to hear about that. I am praying for you that things get better real quick! But, let's just cross our fingers that the old saying, "when one door closes another one opens," is a legitimate quote!! Love ya! Hope you're feeling okay with sickness and stuff!
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