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starlancer), I have, over the years, become quite dissatisfied with my career. Or, more to the point, working for Corporate Amerika, not necessarily working in Networking.On the whole, I can think of a lot more things I would *rather* be doing. Hell, I'd rather not work at all, and just have time for hobbies and my family. But, since I'm not decended from an independantly wealthy family, nor am I likely to win the Lottery anytime soon...I gotta do something, right?
To be honest, I'd almost rather be cooking, or even doing woodworking and/or leatherworking. They are much more satisfying, they aren't stressful, and don't have 500 metric shittons of "Procedures" that you have to follow. :-P Unfortunately, those kinds of job don't pay diddily squat.
So, I'm stuck here at a job that, while I don't "detest" it, I certainly don't like it, just so I can make ends meet, pay the bills, and provide for my family.
Lately, I've been working on building a bedframe (that I originally started for my ex, Purple) so that Dasha can have something to sleep in. I love working on it. Let's me be somewhat artistic, and will also provide something functional AND asthetic to look at. I can easily imagine myself, in my retirement years, being similar to my paternal grandfather (RIP), spending my days in a woodworking shop turning out beautiful pieces of furniture and the like.
...and speaking of the Lottery... Why is it that only ignorant dumbfuck rednecks win it? You know...the ones that win, go on TV, and claim "Oh, I'll keep working my meaningless beer truck loading job... Money won't change me! I wouldn't know what to do with all that time if I didn't work!"
Makes me just wanna smack 'em in da mouf', take their Lottery money, and assure them that I would find a way to spend the money. And I can assure you...it WOULD change me. :))) I'd be much happier... *grin*
/rant off
-Az
(*EDIT* - to remove one LJ user link at the request of a VERY paranoid individual... *grin*)
January 24 2006, 10:24:01 UTC 6 years ago
I am sure I dislike my job a great deal less than you dislike yours, mainly for reasons we've discussed. If I have to work in Korporate Amerika at all, it's a good one. I'd just rather have been an academic, or various types of self employed, and I'd give up a good deal of $$ to swap that out, but right now I can't see a way to make it happen. Maybe once I have some equity in the house..don't think I'm not scheming and planning. What good it will do, if any, remains to be seen.
I am sick of networking, though. I don't hate networking, exactly, but it is, to me, heartless and soulless.
January 24 2006, 14:33:16 UTC 6 years ago
"yeah, it was the darndest thing.......all the Sam Adams were broken again.....i don't understand it?!!??!?"
And meaningless!?!??! where'd we get our beer from if it was never loaded?
;-)
January 24 2006, 16:16:29 UTC 6 years ago
January 24 2006, 18:30:22 UTC 6 years ago
If I won the lotto I would definatly change my life style, but I wouldnt do like some who spend everything in less than a year and dont have anything to show for it. Invest a large part of it, and then spend what you need to spend. Id also help my parents out, put something aside for my little brother, and pay off my loans. Then I would start doing something that would make me happy, what that might be I dont know. It doesnt help I have so many interests that I wouldnt be able to peg anything down. Though doing something crafty and such would be entertaining.
Btw if you want to check out some hand made clothes for your lady let me know, tina does stuffs like that.
January 25 2006, 09:11:26 UTC 6 years ago
Have you tried doing more of what you enjoy in your spare time? Or most likely you don't have any spare time, especially with the recent additions to your family ::grin::
There has to be a way that you can try to pursue your interests and perhaps build up to turning those interests into providing your primary income.
For instance, I've seen people sell their crafts (leather etc) on ebay with either specific items (such as shoes, belts, pouches, drink container accessories) or custom work. I know that selling things a few at a time wouldn't be enough to quit your job and go into leatherworking full time, but I think you could build up a nice side business that might eventually lead to more.
I think people would pay $500-1,000 or a lot more for a custom bed like the one you're making now. Custom made items are highly sought after as opposed to manufactured. In fact if I could afford it I'd ask you to build a bed like one you had years ago. I think it was a rope bed you had made. Geez, I would even pay you for a pouch I've been wanting to get for my husband but have no idea how much you charge, I can't afford much but would love to talk to you further about that if you're taking on any jobs.
Anyway, don't ever give up on dreams. One should enjoy what they do for a living and if they're not they should seek out a way to do what would make them happy.
January 25 2006, 13:14:29 UTC 6 years ago
Mainly, due to my constantly revolving work schedule. It is rare I have two weekends off in a row. I'll often work 6, 7, or 8 days in a row, and by that time, when I *DO* get a night off, I'm so exhausted, I don't want to do anything but veg in front of the TV.
But, I hope to be able to do exactly what you say...make a few things, and put 'em on eBay.
Yes, I am getting back into my leatherwork some also...I hope. I'd be happy to make a pouch. Let me know what you are looking for (what type, etc.) and I'll let you know on price.
-Az
January 25 2006, 13:44:49 UTC 6 years ago
Eb and I try to use time management to get things done - we still procrastinate a bit but maybe you could incorpororate something like that to help with the things you'd like to get done. Make the tasks more manageable such as setting goals and the steps you need to take to reach those goals and those goals won't seem as daunting. If you follow the steps you set up for those goals you might find yourself getting closer to fulfilling those goals. I know this sounds corny but it works.
example: start with a goal that's easily obtainable such as - You want to spend 30 minutes a day writing/reading etc. Or 30 min 3 days a week etc. Whatever you feel you can manage! Then make sure you set aside that time to do it. It might not be so simple to do but you'll at least try to accomplish it, and if you have to skip a few times before you can get on track to do it, you'll eventually be able to manage your time well enough to get there. I know there's more at issue here than this is implying, I'm just suggesting this as a start.
Like I said, I know this might sound corny I just hate to see someone doing something they don't want to do. It makes life miserable. At least you've got true love in your life that's making your personal and home life much happier. Hopefully you'll one day be able to have a happier professional life as well and everything will be more in balance and harmonius.
I'll email you as soon as I can accurately show you what I'm looking for, for my husband. ::hugs::
January 25 2006, 19:27:24 UTC 6 years ago
January 27 2006, 19:52:34 UTC 6 years ago