October 27, 2003
Nothing to say lately.
Between severe anxiety about my lack-of-job situation and a distinct lack of inspiration, I have just not had anything to say. I nearly wrote something a few days ago about the union situation and the obscenity that is Wal-Mart, but didn't have the energy. At least my wife and I are respecting the picket lines here in Southern California and I'm hoping that the companies that have so shabbily treated their employees learn a harsh lesson from this. It is pleasing to see half- or nearly-empty parking lots at every Albertson's, Von's, Pavilions and Ralph's I pass. As for Wal-Mart, it has been years since I've been inside one and until they change their policies, I plan to make it lots more years. In a country full of vile corporations, they are one of the most vile.
Hopefully life will eventually get a bit easier for me, but it looks like it's going to be a bit rough for a while. The unemployment is about to run out, as is the last dregs of the layoff benefit. This means that between rent, bills and the huge COBRA insurance payment, we're going to start going through our savings in a big way. And at the moment there's no relief in sight.
At least, though, I had a telephone interview today, I have an in-person interview next Monday and there is a third company that has expressed interest. All three are long shots, but that's better than no shot at all.
Wish me luck! And, if you feel generous, maybe stuff a buck or two into that donation jar over there to the right …. (Or just go to my main web site and click the ads at the top once or twice.)