The channel offers a fantastic work arrangement, giving me time off when I need it.
The only down side is that pay day isn't consistent and is the responsibility of my boss. Sometimes he forgets this responsibility, or chooses to drag his feet, hence cheques do not come in on time, and sometimes I end up staying home to avoid having to spend the last few dollars for the month. If not for the monkey that brings me to eat nice things every so often, it would be an existence that meets basic needs with very minimal entertainment and no purchases.
Last month, as a last resort, I had to ask my mother for 20 friggin dollars so I could buy tampons because my pay cheque did not arrive when it should have. That was a real a low point and I felt terrible asking her for money. So you can imagine, after forking out money for the plane ticket, I have been worrying about finances for the impending trip. My father just put a wad of cash in my hand, AND in the appropriate currency, and said casually, "for your trip".
I can't even begin to describe my emotions at this point.
The only down side is that pay day isn't consistent and is the responsibility of my boss. Sometimes he forgets this responsibility, or chooses to drag his feet, hence cheques do not come in on time, and sometimes I end up staying home to avoid having to spend the last few dollars for the month. If not for the monkey that brings me to eat nice things every so often, it would be an existence that meets basic needs with very minimal entertainment and no purchases.
Last month, as a last resort, I had to ask my mother for 20 friggin dollars so I could buy tampons because my pay cheque did not arrive when it should have. That was a real a low point and I felt terrible asking her for money. So you can imagine, after forking out money for the plane ticket, I have been worrying about finances for the impending trip. My father just put a wad of cash in my hand, AND in the appropriate currency, and said casually, "for your trip".
I can't even begin to describe my emotions at this point.
I charge a daily rate of 1% interest on delayed cheques for my freelance projects. Can you do that?
Enjoy your trip, dear. Journey mercies!
Posted by
Anonymous |
1:45 am
Smart cookie. I should start doing that!
Posted by
sideshowjo |
10:34 am