I am creating a new thread so that my post won't be lost among the many other responses to "Calvert Sucks". However, I do agree with Blackie that there isn't much in this county as far as jobs. It's hard to find anything decent unless you have a college education (preferably a degree) and/or know people that can hook you up. Otherwise you end up working some crappy retail job or doing some menial labor in a kitchen for a small wage that barely pays a phone bill. I also notice some people tell Blackie to go back to where he came from, but how can he do that when he doesn't have money? How can he make money if he doesn't have the resources? Another thing I agree with Blackie on is the fact that they built all those grocery stores in Lusby not too far apart from one another. Why can't they build something useful and more exciting like a mini-mall or spa? It seems the only thing there is to do around here is go to Starbucks or the Calvert Co. fair (when it's in town) and that's not even really fun. Further, it also seems like a lot of people in this county have a fixed mindset about how things are and get easily defensive about redneck and corn comments. Not everyone is going to like Calvert (including myself) and I don't see why it's a big deal if someone wants to blow off some steam via an online forum. Moreover, some of you guys might consider putting yourself in Blackie's position. What would you do if you lost everything - your car, job, money - not due to your poor choices but just out of crappy luck? How would you deal with not being able to find a job in a small town where no one wants to pay more than 8 bucks an hour? Wouldn't you get upset, too? Try to give some constructive input here. Telling people to "go back to where ya'll come from" doesn't do anything but add fuel to the fire. Let's try to work together.

I am creating a new thread so that my post won't be lost among the many other responses to "Calvert Sucks". However, I do agree with Blackie that there isn't much in this county as far as jobs. It's hard to find anything decent unless you have a college education (preferably a degree) and/or know people that can hook you up. Otherwise you end up working some crappy retail job or doing some menial labor in a kitchen for a small wage that barely pays a phone bill. I also notice some people tell Blackie to go back to where he came from, but how can he do that when he doesn't have money? How can he make money if he doesn't have the resources? Another thing I agree with Blackie on is the fact that they built all those grocery stores in Lusby not too far apart from one another. Why can't they build something useful and more exciting like a mini-mall or spa? It seems the only thing there is to do around here is go to Starbucks or the Calvert Co. fair (when it's in town) and that's not even really fun. Further, it also seems like a lot of people in this county have a fixed mindset about how things are and get easily defensive about redneck and corn comments. Not everyone is going to like Calvert (including myself) and I don't see why it's a big deal if someone wants to blow off some steam via an online forum. Moreover, some of you guys might consider putting yourself in Blackie's position. What would you do if you lost everything - your car, job, money - not due to your poor choices but just out of crappy luck? How would you deal with not being able to find a job in a small town where no one wants to pay more than 8 bucks an hour? Wouldn't you get upset, too? Try to give some constructive input here. Telling people to "go back to where ya'll come from" doesn't do anything but add fuel to the fire. Let's try to work together.


Is this a racists thread yet?

I am creating a new thread so that my post won't be lost among the many other responses to "Calvert Sucks". However, I do agree with Blackie that there isn't much in this county as far as jobs. It's hard to find anything decent unless you have a college education (preferably a degree) and/or know people that can hook you up. Otherwise you end up working some crappy retail job or doing some menial labor in a kitchen for a small wage that barely pays a phone bill. I also notice some people tell Blackie to go back to where he came from, but how can he do that when he doesn't have money? How can he make money if he doesn't have the resources? Another thing I agree with Blackie on is the fact that they built all those grocery stores in Lusby not too far apart from one another. Why can't they build something useful and more exciting like a mini-mall or spa? It seems the only thing there is to do around here is go to Starbucks or the Calvert Co. fair (when it's in town) and that's not even really fun. Further, it also seems like a lot of people in this county have a fixed mindset about how things are and get easily defensive about redneck and corn comments. Not everyone is going to like Calvert (including myself) and I don't see why it's a big deal if someone wants to blow off some steam via an online forum. Moreover, some of you guys might consider putting yourself in Blackie's position. What would you do if you lost everything - your car, job, money - not due to your poor choices but just out of crappy luck? How would you deal with not being able to find a job in a small town where no one wants to pay more than 8 bucks an hour? Wouldn't you get upset, too? Try to give some constructive input here. Telling people to "go back to where ya'll come from" doesn't do anything but add fuel to the fire. Let's try to work together.

It is unfortunate that so many people are losing their jobs and homes around the area. Everyone has an opportunity to go to school and work their way up. I put in my time at a four-year school and got a degree and now have a good job. Yes, I know it may not be an option for some, but there are a ton of loans and grants for people that actually wanna put forth some effort. Who cares if you are working an $8/hr job for now. Once you are done school, it will pay off. This economy blows right now, everyone just needs to sit tight.

Seriously - how do you expect to get a start in life? Most of us started at the bottom of the ladder and worked our way up to where we are now. :shrug: I did not walk into a high salary on day one... I bagged groceries, went to doing the floors, night-stocking - went to school, got an education and slowly and surely worked my way up.

How people do it today with multiple jobs with low pay, I have no clue... things are expensive, but I think it is also relative with the times. Meaning my 3.35/hour is the same at what 8.00/hour is today. :shrug:

jobs are tough all over right now.
PG is looking better for certain people because of the number of new government jobs being created,, I will leave it at that.

others are right, go to that hole in the wall fast food place and make your stand.

by the way, had a friend when I was in virginia beach that was a manager of a couple McDonalds, he was making over 80k a year at it.
he started on the fries just to get money to survive while in college.

I think he actually owns a couple of fast food places now.

its all about how well you can sculpt a pile of poo.

However, I do agree with Blackie that there isn't much in this county as far as jobs. It's hard to find anything decent unless you have a college education (preferably a degree) and/or know people that can hook you up. Otherwise you end up working some crappy retail job or doing some menial labor in a kitchen for a small wage that barely pays a phone bill. You have the same problem. You think you are owed a great job, but you're unwilling to get the education or experience. Why would I hire you and pay you well if you aren't willing to put in an effort?

There are tons of jobs available. Start here:

Advertisement - Employment Classifieds (http://classifieds.somd.com/cgi-bin/classifieds.cgi?db=f_employment&session_key=&search_and_display_db_button=on&results_format=headlines&category=Help+Wanted&query=category)

Try this:

College of Southern Maryland (http://www.csmd.edu)

Seriously - how do you expect to get a start in life? Most of us started at the bottom of the ladder and worked our way up to where we are now. :shrug: I did not walk into a high salary on day one... I bagged groceries, went to doing the floors, night-stocking - went to school, got an education and slowly and surely worked my way up.

:yeahthat: Store clerk, lifeguard, oyster farmer (gross, dirty, smelly :barf:), odd jobs to build a reputation, school in between, I didn't get a "good" paying job with benefits until I was 26, and then it was $10,000 a year. It's taken me many many years to work up to the level I am now.

Why can't they build something useful and more exciting like a mini-mall?

:killingme

We obviously have different ideas as to what is exciting :lol:

What is up with these kids wanting to start out making tons of money? Many adults that are making good money today can probably tell you their first or second job was either minimum wage or just above it.

My son took a vocation in high school and just graduated he will probably be starting as an electricians apprentice soon here in Calvert and it will pay pretty good for his age, but that's the key, the better your education, the better the job you will get.

a) Plant nursery work...
b) Landscape service
c) Inventoried freezer for food services
d) Another landscape job (caught Lymes disease)
e) Took a very underpaid teaching job...
f) Back to Landscape nursery
g) FINALLY: Public school teacher!! Yeah! (temporary position closed the next June.):bigwhoop:

h) Now teaching in Private school after 21 years.


so....plan on working several jobs. Work for your boss, company knowing that they will right a recommendation letter for your next job!
A) Be reliable
B) Be on time
C) Look for things that need to be done
D) Don't complain in front of customers.
E) Be helpful


and lastly:
buy Euros.

Seriously - how do you expect to get a start in life? Most of us started at the bottom of the ladder and worked our way up to where we are now. :shrug: I did not walk into a high salary on day one... I bagged groceries, went to doing the floors, night-stocking - went to school, got an education and slowly and surely worked my way up.

How people do it today with multiple jobs with low pay, I have no clue... things are expensive, but I think it is also relative with the times. Meaning my 3.35/hour is the same at what 8.00/hour is today. :shrug:

This is what the young people now a days don't understand. You start out at the bottom. And you need a college education. So many people come out of high school and want to make $60,000 or more a year. It ain't gonna happen. I started with the gov as a GS-2 right out of school. I worked hard, got ahead and now I make decent money, 15 years later.

It sure is lucky that this situation only happens to be in Calvert. I'm just doing great down here in St. Mary's. I'm rolling in the daggone cash. :yahoo: :lmao:

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.

In the state of Maryland if you dont happen to be a.... um,, lets say, minority? you might as well hang up that getting the government job thing for right now, it aint going to be happening with any new hires.
sorry.

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.


Have you tried a Temp Service that has contacts? Some companies like to try people out on a temporary basis and if it is a good fit, they will hire them permanently.

I'm rolling in the daggone cash. :yahoo: :lmao:

:eyebrow: Still living in mommy's basement?

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.
Have you tried "floating" your resume to different contractors in the area?

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.


What I don't understand is why anyone would relocate without having a job lined up first.

I've tried Temp. Agencies as well, and still no go.

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.

Where do you do "kitchen work"? Might I suggest getting out of it and maybe taking a slight pay cut to be working in the customer service section? You never know who you'll impress.

I have sent my resume to many businesses, especially through the So. Md. Classifieds online.

I have sent my resume to many businesses, especially through the So. Md. Classifieds online.

What's your major?

:eyebrow: Still living in mommy's basement?

How else could I have all this dough to throw around? :roflmao: Oh, btw, we don't have a basement :ohwell:

What I don't understand is why anyone would relocate without having a job lined up first.

well, I think his case might have been schooling if I read correctly...but I agree with you for the most part.

PcJohnny...That's something to consider but on the other side of the coin, I am hesitant to take a cut in my pay. I only make $8/hr and am working less than part-time b/c the restaurant I work in isn't getting much business.

I am majoring in Psychology. Going for my Bachelors and then PhD. I want to become a crisis counselor for teens.

How else could I have all this dough to throw around? :roflmao: Oh, btw, we don't have a basement :ohwell:




Doesn't the crawlspace get damp?

I am majoring in Psychology. Going for my Bachelors and then PhD. I want to become a crisis counselor for teens.

how far are u into school?

PcJohnny...That's something to consider but on the other side of the coin, I am hesitant to take a cut in my pay. I only make $8/hr and am working less than part-time b/c the restaurant I work in isn't getting much business.

Work a different restaurant.

You will make MORE than that if you work the right restaurant and either take a waiter or bartending job :yay:

also. See that reply with quote link on the bottom right? click that to quote someone's post. Makes it easier to reply to people. Just fyi :buddies:

Doesn't the crawlspace get damp?

Not with all the lime down there for the bodie.........never mind

Also wanted to add that I didn't choose to move out here. I was three when I moved here with my parents back in '87. If I could afford to commute or move, I'd definately go for it.

I am majoring in Psychology. Going for my Bachelors and then PhD. I want to become a crisis counselor for teens.

You have a resume with Pathways?

Doesn't the crawlspace get damp?

Not exactly "living the high life", is it?

You have a resume with Pathways?

Or Walden?

Work a different restaurant.

You will make MORE than that if you work the right restaurant and either take a waiter or bartending job :yay:

also. See that reply with quote link on the bottom right? click that to quote someone's post. Makes it easier to reply to people. Just fyi :buddies:

Thanks, that's a pretty good idea.

Also wanted to add that I didn't choose to move out here. I was three when I moved here with my parents back in '87. If I could afford to commute or move, I'd definately go for it.


Fair enough, but it sounded like the other guy might have moved here without a plan.

Not exactly "living the high life", is it?
beats living under the over pass and selling flowers on the corner I suppose.

I am majoring in Psychology. Going for my Bachelors and then PhD. I want to become a crisis counselor for teens. Perfect start for you:
DJS Resident Advisor Trainee $32,081
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (http://www.djs.state.md.us) and click on Current Job Announcements.

To answer your last question, I'm close to getting my Bachelor's I guess. Used to go to CSM before transferring to Uni. However I'll probably be in school for awhile.

Never heard of Pathways.

Perfect start for you:
DJS Resident Advisor Trainee $32,081
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (http://www.djs.state.md.us) and click on Current Job Announcements.

Awesome. Thank you =)

Never heard of Pathways.

Drug rehab & alcohol rehab treatment centers: US Drug Rehab Centers (http://www.usdrugrehabcenters.com/)

Never heard of Pathways.

Your school doesn't have any kind of career counseling services?

I am a student at a University and have applied with the Calvert Co. Gov. for clercial testing, scoring in the high 80's each time. I have tried but have been working in kitchens for the past 10 years. I am 24 years old and really don't expect to be making the big bucks, but I do get discouraged, considering I do have the skills and am above kitchen work. I have 10 years personal exp. with computers, am somewhat fluent in Spanish, am educated, and have excellent job-related skills. It's not that I haven't put forth effort or think that anyone owes me a good job on the spot. It's just that after such a long period of time of working with food and dishes, I feel that I am above that considering the knowledge and abilities I have. All I'm saying is that like Blackie, I want to move on to something better but this county doesn't seem to have much to offer. It's also true that the economy sucks right now and people are tight on money. Thanks everyone, for the input so far.

I'm 25, I started out working as a clerk at a video store making min. wage (but gained customer service skills) then got a job in a half hour up the road as a receptionist making making $2.25 more/hr (all while taking classes here and there a the community college). Little by little I'm gaining knowledge and on the job experience. Now I contract for the gov't, making 3x what I made at the video store (yeah, I have a bit of a hour drive to work, but working here gives me additional experience, and a free government background check & Security Clearence, which will make my next step (going into the gov't) a little easier (I hope). I'd love to get on Pax to be closer to home/my baby, but I've heard that isn't easy, I'lol keep my eyes open though.

Yeah, it sucks being tight on cash. I didn't have much help with college classes since I'm healthy (rather not blind, deaf, have M.S., etc.), I'm white, under the age of 30, and do not choose to be a nurse (yeah, I checked all the government funds/scholarships out there, nothing!). I'm going up the ladder with what I have. It's not easy, but it can be done with little to no help from others.

My suggestion is try to get a job other than in a kitchen/resturant, something where you experience can be transferred to a new/better job. I had a college professor who was a lawyer who once told me she would hire a person with real-life experience over book knowledge any day!

Your school doesn't have any kind of career counseling services?
I was wondering, but got sidetracked and forgot to ask.

To answer your last question, I'm close to getting my Bachelor's I guess. Used to go to CSM before transferring to Uni. However I'll probably be in school for awhile.

Never heard of Pathways.

The Mental Health Authority of St. Mary's County - (http://www.mhasm.com/affiliates.html)

Calvert doesn't really suck. People just don't always know where to look.

Therapist & Drug Rehabs - (http://therapistunlimited.com/rehabs/US/MD/LEONARDTOWN/Walden~Sierra,+Inc).

I was wondering, but got sidetracked and forgot to ask.

Or yellow pages?

OR

Did you always expect someone else to do your legwork and research for you? You may want to work on some motivation instead commiserating with someone of Blackies ilk.



Calvert doesn't really suck. Some people just aren't willing to look.

you may want to throw out my advice on this one but...

Getting into counseling requires a lot of prep....and it can be enormously draining...and costly just to get the authorized funding.

Go into Teaching...just take 2 semesters of a science curriculum, some methodology classes. and Boom: EVERY school needs science teachers.
Starting in the mid 40's.

Want to still go into counseling?: after teaching for two years,...mix with the guidance department and have the state help pay for further classes so they you can move into guidance in a few years.

Anyway...that might be a backdoor approach without digging a huge hole paying for a PhD.

Or yellow pages?

OR

Did you always expect someone else to do your legwork and research for you? You may want to work on some motivation instead commiserating with someone of Blackies ilk.


His cc must suck.

Drug rehab & alcohol rehab treatment centers: US Drug Rehab Centers (http://www.usdrugrehabcenters.com/)

Cool, thanks, I'll check that out.

I have been telling people that complain about not having jobs about a craft position opening. So far the none of them sent me their resume. They just need to know how to solve problems and the ability to operate various equipment (e.g., jackhammer, shovel, lawn mower, weed whacker, air spade, timing light, etc.) weighing up to 90 lbs. Not one response and it pays well with benefits.

Or yellow pages?

OR

Did you always expect someone else to do your legwork and research for you? You may want to work on some motivation instead commiserating with someone of Blackies ilk.

I didn't ask anyone to do research for me. But it's much appreciated, because as mAlice noted, not everyone knows where to look and I'm one of those people. I've looked in all the places I know of. No harm in getting ideas.

I am majoring in Psychology. Going for my Bachelors and then PhD. I want to become a crisis counselor for teens.

Nice that you want to reach out and help, but I don't think this profession makes serious $$$... :ohwell:

Or Walden?

Walden Sierra - I see classifieds for them all the time. :shrug:

I was wondering, but got sidetracked and forgot to ask.

I didn't ask anyone to do research for me. But it's much appreciated, because as mAlice noted, not everyone knows where to look and I'm one of those people. I've looked in all the places I know of. No harm in getting ideas.

Part of being a college student (I thought) was being able to research topics, think critically and logically and utilize various research tools. Back in the old days we used things the YELLOW PAGES to find possible employers. Ever consider joining the military and having them pay for your education?

Nice that you want to reach out and help, but I don't think this profession makes serious $$$... :ohwell:

That's also true!

Nice that you want to reach out and help, but I don't think this profession makes serious $$$... :ohwell:

Its not all about money, damn it.

Or is that what the complaint was? :confused:

:lmao: :shrug:

Walden Sierra - I see classifieds for them all the time. :shrug:

I provided a link.

Part of being a college student (I thought) was being able to research topics, think critically and logically and utilize various research tools. Back in the old days we used things the YELLOW PAGES to find possible employers. Ever consider joining the military and having them pay for your education?


That's true, it is. And I actually have looked in the Yellow Pages. And yes, I have considered joining the military, but that's not something I really want to do especially now with the war going on and the economy falling apart. But good suggestions, nevertheless.

That's also true!

Most of the "save the world" jobs do not pay well, even though most of these positions do have validity - they are seriously underpaid because their funding sources suck.

Persistence does pay off in the end, and by asking the right questions you do get the right answers. :yay:

I provided a link.

Even better. :buddies:

I personally wont defend someone that comes on this board and publicly degrades others just for living in a certain place and making a good income. I think if you ask ANYONE on this board that is making a good living, they'll all agree that they started at the bottom and worked their way up. Unfortunately those that haven't witnessed others struggles and pitfalls in life just ASSume it was handed to them. I'm very sorry that good jobs and a life in the park wasn't handed to you but I think after you've worked hard and paid your dues like the rest of us have, then you'll look back and appreciate what hard work is and hopefully you won't have the same conversation with some other youngster expecting sunshine, rainbows and unicorns to dance in their life.

Its called life and everyone gets a shot at it. You either B*#^$ and complain or you suck it up, put your big girl panties on and make something of yourself.

I truly wish you luck in your endeavors and love to see people succeed. With motiviation and gumption you can do it....anyone can!

This isnt meant as a slam on anyone but I'm sure it will be taken as one by those who like to complain about people "holding them back".

I personally wont defend someone that comes on this board and publicly degrades others just for living in a certain place and making a good income. I think if you ask ANYONE on this board that is making a good living, they'll all agree that they started at the bottom and worked their way up. Unfortunately those that haven't witnessed others struggles and pitfalls in life just ASSume it was handed to them. I'm very sorry that good jobs and a life in the park wasn't handed to you but I think after you've worked hard and paid your dues like the rest of us have, then you'll look back and appreciate what hard work is and hopefully you won't have the same conversation with some other youngster expecting sunshine, rainbows and unicorns to dance in their life.

Its called life and everyone gets a shot at it. You either B*#^$ and complain or you suck it up, put your big girl panties on and make something of yourself.

I truly wish you luck in your endeavors and love to see people succeed. With motiviation and gumption you can do it....anyone can!

This isnt meant as a slam on anyone but I'm sure it will be taken as one by those who like to complain about people "holding them back".

Post of the week right there folks.

I personally wont defend someone that comes on this board and publicly degrades others just for living in a certain place and making a good income. I think if you ask ANYONE on this board that is making a good living, they'll all agree that they started at the bottom and worked their way up. Unfortunately those that haven't witnessed others struggles and pitfalls in life just ASSume it was handed to them. I'm very sorry that good jobs and a life in the park wasn't handed to you but I think after you've worked hard and paid your dues like the rest of us have, then you'll look back and appreciate what hard work is and hopefully you won't have the same conversation with some other youngster expecting sunshine, rainbows and unicorns to dance in their life.

Its called life and everyone gets a shot at it. You either B*#^$ and complain or you suck it up, put your big girl panties on and make something of yourself.

I truly wish you luck in your endeavors and love to see people succeed. With motiviation and gumption you can do it....anyone can!

This isnt meant as a slam on anyone but I'm sure it will be taken as one by those who like to complain about people "holding them back".


I totally agree that you must start at the bottom and work your way up. It's just that I've been at the bottom for a long time and am having a hard time working my way up. Overall, all I can do is keep trying and I'll look into the links provided by others here.

What I don't understand is why anyone would relocate without having a job lined up first.

:yeahthat:

Hells yeah! Find the job first, then move:howdy:

I truly hope and wish you well. I can only say it took me 15 years to find my "way in life" and my husband found his after he met me...:killingme . All in all, as long as you work hard and keep your eye on the prize it'll come to you. Keep your focus and don't expect "handouts" or you'll get "let downs" and you won't go any further than mom and dads basement. Good luck and and keep your focus.:howdy: