Im so fucking tired of my cats hanging around the food area like its a concierge service and be tripping hazards or constant begging fixtures that are just part of the area.
I bought an automatic feeder to get it in their heads it comes wuej it comes and its not entertainment anymore but its been such an impediment and i hate how much its become a source of resentment
Ugh I hate my commute. I feel like I was forced into it since I bought my home with the understanding that I would have a job with company A. They then sold my whole division right before my 2 year contract was up, and I had to scramble for a new job. I am grateful that I found a job with similar pay before my unemployment benefits ran out, but fuck I mourn the loss of my ability to WFH most days of the week. Some days it’s hard not to be bitter about what could have been if company A had their shit together!!!
Have you ever considered self employment? Starting a business closer to home (or from home) might be just what you need. I don’t know your expertise or interests, but if it suits you, it might give you the freedom and flexibility you need. My wife and I have been self employed since 2001, and we have been very fortunate to make it work well for the past 25 years. We spend every day with the kids, have flexibility in our lives and earn profits instead of wages. Give it a thought.
I’ve always wanted to, but couldn’t think of a single skill I have that could transfer to being self-employed in a small town of my size. I’m in education and my training and degrees all reflect that. My hobbies are tech, but this town is too small for a need for PC repair. The phone repair place just went out of business. I don’t have an IT degree.
While I appreciate that it works for your family, my education and skills are not compatible with that type of work. I literally don’t have the skills to pay my mortgage and hustle in self employment. The pivot would be more painful than the commute honestly, and have a much lower chance of success. I am glad that it works for you though.
I understand, and hope you find something that works better for you. Don’t give up.