Hey Anony,

You don't know me, but I'm finding myself in the same situation. Unlike most of the replies on this site, I try not to turn it into something about me. Know that I give a crap about your situation. Here's the deal, I've got no education, and I'm forced to work in fields I don't like. There is light at the end of the tunnel though. Depending on how much mental pressure you can take, just get one of those crappy jobs until you have enough money to go to school, or move. Seriously, come to Alberta. It really is the land of opportunity right now. I mean, freaking McDonalds that you mentioned is paying as much as I'm making as a framer ($13 Canadian). Don't really have a fantastic solution for you. Just wanted to write something long enough to let you know I actually care about what's happening to you. PM me any time.