This is all really defeating and I'm sick of keeping track of positions I've applied to and watching denial after denial come through. Meanwhile I am trying to define what it is I'd truly like to be doing and work towards those goals. I finally found some motivation and (while somewhat tipsy) created a chart of jobs I'd like to do assuming I had no restrictions. From there I decided what items could be hobbies rather than a viable job and what items could be jobs even if I needed to learn a trade and/or spend significant money to see to fruition.
My next step is to figure out what all I need to do to make those dream jobs a reality. Outside of that I do have one prospect that actually has me excited, but also rather terrified:
I have applied to be a substitute teacher.
My degree is in English with a minor in writing. I have said I will sub for kindergarten through high school but if I'm being completely honest I still feel like High School was five years ago. I don't feel far enough removed to be a commanding presence for those kids.
I am all set to start, and I am actually fairly excited about the opportunity. So I will keep everyone updated with my progress. Good luck, me. And I shall share stories from this kiddos.
