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Originally Posted by eyesclosed
I tried to find out where you lived to see what kind of weather u get. Having a job that close to where you live can really add some savings to off set the wage difference. especially where its cold and snows. I think everyone is nervous with new jobs but we tend to have low self esteem and being alone no support. It sounds like they support you. This job happened so fast. I think as time goes on your self esteem will build the longer your there. You also have the lifestyle change of public transit. I think after the first time you find it wasn't that bad unless you are riding the metro in D.C. I think if you have any bills you really don't need you may have to think about that too. I hope you can keep going and get through this.
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Well, I lived in Wisconsin once (Madison) and when winter hit I was out of there! It was bitter! The worst winter weather I experienced second to Boston.
Where I live now is in the foothills of some pretty big mountains and when the snow hits it can be brutal. There is an advantage to living 3 minutes (2 minutes if I walk fast) from where I now work. I hate to commute with a passion and somehow always avoid it and now I have an old truck which makes me even more inclined to avoid a long commute - my truck has been at the mechanics going on a month so I don't even feel like I have a vehicle. Taking buses is a pain and at the same time interesting. I don't know what it is about me but everyone talks to me, even the bus drivers...and they aren't supposed to. I have lived in large urban areas and have depended on buses...but I would rather have my truck back.
I have been whining and complaining at my new job (although working very hard to make up for it) about low wages, having to join a union and pay high dues. Today the union rep said, "Set your eye on management." It is like everyone it really trying to help me.
It helps that even though I am depressed I work hard. Everyone appreciates industry...especially when there is almost too much work and not enough people.
I called three hotlines before I went to work today. That's how messed up I was mentally, but when I got to work I got in the flow and several people thanked me before I left for the day...and my supervisor sent me off 15 minutes early.
This is all so different than hiding under the covers in my bed which is what I did for about 18 months.
Thank you for your kind words. I loved your reply and all your wisdom.