Lots of this and that-
First paying job was cleaning offices. People are less reserved at the office than at home.
Then, I committed some journalism.
For a few years I was a private caterer. I'd help design the menu, do the shopping, prep and serve and clean up. Not enough money at the time.
Then, I worked as a Crisis Intervention Specialist on a mental health/drug abuse hotline. Five years of psycho co-workers, truly ill bosses, and fascinating, exasperating callers.
Went back to college, got my B.A. in Humanities/Arts.
I started on a M.A. in English, but Ma started to get ill, and I left that program, and started to care for her full time. She eventually developed Multi-Infarct Dementia.
Since she left (I know it's stupid, but I can't say "d___") in 2001, I've been doing this and that again. Some freelance writing and editing, maybe a party tray or two. I have very little money, and my internet connection is my single great extravagance.
I wouldn't object to a full time job, but a lot of the entry level positions I have applied for don't have health coverage, and as a person with several chronic conditions, health coverage is crucial.
Thought of getting my finances in order (a true challenge) and going to seminary and becoming an ordained minister. Time and God will tell.
I contribute to a humor website, and am very active in my church.
I usually have a fairly good time.
There have been times when I've desperately wanted to work for Maytag or Whirlpool, in Product Development, but I am far from an engineering type.
Love and Laughter,
Lawrence/Maytabear