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I lost the job I loved, because my Trumper boss didn't like that I'm genderfluid. There are no other jobs I can do in my area, being disabled. My fiance has applied to every job he's seen for the past 4 months, gotten one interview that wasn't even in person, and didn't get the job. There haven't even been any new job listings in 2-3 weeks. Places aren't even hiring seasonal around here. So, we've been having to live off my disability and food stamps only. It's getting cold again, and we're still living in the same shitty camper. So, soon it's going to get to the point of choosing between heat and other necessities, like my meds. I've been trying to sell my old furniture and stuff out of storage, so I can buy a car, so that I can try to DoorDash or something to earn money, but no luck so far. I don't know how I'd afford the insurance anyway.
I had a horrible disease called Leptospirosis around the end of September to mid-October that caused several hospital stays. It drained our savings and made me miss a surgery that insurance now refuses to cover without an entire new round of tests (which they also won't cover), even though it's not like genetics can change.
I can't fight anymore, but I can't rest, either. I haven't had a good night's sleep in months. The only thing we've been able to do is pick up odd jobs to keep up with the overdraft fees. There is nothing for us here, but we have no way out. Even our simple goal of owning our own camper instead of living in this 42 year-old barely insulated one that his parents are letting us rent for cheap is so far out of reach now that I feel stupid for ever believing it could happen. We're certainly never going to be able to afford a house or to adopt children.
There's nothing for us in the future.
Edit: @GBMaker told me I should make a Ko-fi, so I did. If you decide to donate, I draw and make crafts if you'd like something in return. https://ko-fi.com/pajamastripes
Thanks to everyone for the kind words. Still feeling REALLY depressed, but knowing someone gives a damn is doing something.
Update. My best friend, my pet rat Peep died. We found him a bit ago. He seems to have went in his sleep. He wasn't sick. He was just old. It still hurts so much, though. He's been my shining light, and now he's gone. I knew he had to go sometime, but why now? What the fuck does God have against us?!!!!
noReallyIamPrincessBob
Have you considered relocating? In some areas they are begging for workers. Intro level jobs, but at least you would be getting a paycheque
casiehansolo
It sounds like there no easy answer, but can you move? Other than your stuff in storage what has you tied there?
BanditKablooie
DM me and I'll help with your and your husband's resumes. I've written thousands in the last 20 years. No charge.
GBMaker
You can use your ko-fi account to sell your drawings and clay art. That's a start.
GBMaker
You can also accept art commissions using the platform.
WeeblesWobble
Jobs are a numbers game. Apply to everything, even stuff you’re borderline unqualified for.
GBMaker
You can plead your need on https://www.modestneeds.org/index.asp. That'll put you in front of folks that help folks out.
bhobby1212
GBMaker
Good to know!
bhobby1212
Hope that helps
BrokenAnimal
You have all my sympathy. Society should be set up to take care of the people living in it. It is not a ladder to climb.
dreikommavierzehn
One part of me wants to laugh bc this is ridiculous, one part is angry bc it should be different and the largest part is just tired and sad
MWM75
Unfortunately, a lot of these laws don't apply to companies with a small number of employees.
keelindsey
This time of year, FedEx and UPS are always hiring. At least your fiance would have something for a while, and most likely he'd be able >
keelindsey
to hold the job after the holidays are over if he enjoys it.
GBMaker
Go to http://www.findhelp.org/ for anything having to do with survival, including food, shelter, and medical assistance. US only.
AnathemaNoreh
I will never understand parents who don't help. Like even just not asking for rent for 2 months could make a world of difference, how are /
AnathemaNoreh
they able to see their kids struggling like that and not help.
GBMaker
I would jump on that ko-fi account ASAP while your post still has a large viewing audience.
Lulabel73
What sort of area do you live in? If you can get yourself to places like goodwill and the post office maybe try reselling. You can -
Lulabel73
- use phone apps very easy and can start with very little money.
GBMaker
If folks would like to help this person out, their ko-fi address is https://ko-fi.com/pajamastripes.
DeepFriedHonky
Please be ok.. None of us r better than anyone else. We r all the same. Please be ok..
MagicDollHag
Hear me out? My mom was murdered execution style in a domestic violence dispute when I was a kid, on my birthday. I get you. I bet your
MagicDollHag
Buddy Peep held out for you as long as he could. Now it's time to return the favor. Hang on, for peep's memory. Visit food banks and such,
MagicDollHag
Apply for assistance and they can also give you a huge list of charities you can use as needed in meanwhile. Don't give up. I grew up
MagicDollHag
Chronically homeless and it never lasts forever but it just sucks. You can do this. It may take a few years longer but u CAn.
Problemwoodchuck
Good luck!
MyLittleLily
Can you share some of your favorite drawings you did?
PajamaStripes
I'll have to find them, but sure.
bindiesel
I think there have been some changes in overdraft fees. Just a drop in the bucket, but you may be able to stop those or even get refunds.
MrAmalgamate
Take our internet points for good luck. Keep living and life will hopefully get better.
MissSmoo
What state are you in OP?
PajamaStripes
WV
undeadlemur
I know it's not much...but I hope it gets better, for the both of you.
devinsheppy
do you believe in God?
vectorsprint
Most employment lawyers work on contingency. Sue.
shidageki
I care. I'm in Washington. If I can help you locally, great. If you want to message, great. If nothing else, you were heard.
ScottyDoesDev
Gender identity is a protected class under federal law. Contact the better business bureau, or the ACLU.
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lighterletter
Anything you can do online? Look up Google career certificates that teach you new online skills
AmandaCANZED
Your disability is also protected grounds under federal law. Like. You have so much against your employer
ScottyDoesDev
I see. Well, it’s still free to call the ACLU for guidance; this seems right up their alley.
ScottyDoesDev
https://www.aclu.org/about/affiliates
sysaphiswaits
I’m sure this seems like so much work right now. And you’ve gotten hit so hard, depression is a pretty normal response…
sysaphiswaits
But I hope you can get your internal resource together and call. You KNOW you’ve been screwed and fighting could get you back on your feet.
Newfehotep
They still need to accommodate your condition, and didn't. You have tests and whatnot, needed surgery... seems fairly cut and dry.
pinkmilkyway
Yup! Im trans so I get it. Yeah we’re protected but they fire us for other stupid reasons & no one seems take that into consideration PEACE
MeestowKitty
Even based on that you're covered under federal law. Encouraging you to quit by assigning you duties you can't perform is the same as firing
ArthurT
You have every right in the world to be who you are, but not for you, and not for me, but for those who come after, who ask(Q) Who can I be?
ArthurT
You have shared something very private about yourself, and I want to honor that, but more, I wish you could stand on my shoulders for all to
ArthurT
see, that you can BE YOU!
2fligh2high
Very sorry that life is so hard for you and your loved one.
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2fligh2high
But life can change. I would have never thought it possible at the time, but my future is far better then expected. Please keep on going!
GBMaker
Go to https://ko-fi.com and make an account there. Then post the link here. Some of us might buy you a few "coffees" to help you out.
PajamaStripes
I did the thing. I draw and make stuff with clay if you'd like something in return. https://ko-fi.com/pajamastripes
GBMaker
Excellent! Now place your clickable link in your post description. Also, set up a donation up/down "clicker" to make donating easy.
PajamaStripes
How do I do that?
GBMaker
Imgur allows you to edit your post description and add text. Ko-fi has a list of options for your front page; select the donation "clicker".
AlwaysUpvotesCatgirls
Start looking for remote work. What type of work are you both looking for?
caffeinatedSkier
Some ideas on good internet for remote work: 1) LTE Hotspot + metered mode in Windows (or other 3rd party apps that stop background data).
caffeinatedSkier
2) Borrow: Ask a neighbor to use their wifi 3) public: Taco bell parking lot, shopping malls, etc, 4) Xfinity has wifi hotspots free for
caffeinatedSkier
customers. Get Xfinity login pwd from a friend.
Mairoa
I think what they mean is their area doesn't game good enough internet, as in, the town isn't wired for it worth shit. Common in rural US.
PajamaStripes
Can't do remote. Only internet out here doesn't meet the requirements. I've tried every one I could find.
GBMaker
Do you have 5G access through the cellphone network? How about 4G?
PajamaStripes
Best we get is LTE, and it isn't very reliable. They won't even do a hot spot out here unless I do the really limited one on my phone.
AlwaysUpvotesCatgirls
What type of work are you looking for?
PajamaStripes
I'm good at office stuff like schedules and customer service, and I speak 3 languages.
VibratingNipples
Try for a translator job at social security or any government building
VibratingNipples
Try for a translator job at social security or any government building
AmandaCANZED
Stab in the dark but have you applied to be an office manager for a small business or a restaurant?
alticaarden
Op, can you look for work in other areas? It may mean you have to move, but if it's between that or destitution?
PajamaStripes
Can't afford to move.
AlwaysUpvotesCatgirls
Oh wow. You sound like an amazing asset! Have you thought about doing freelance translation? It’s gig-work, but since everything else sucks.
Spartan04
This. It could even get you some leads on full time work but if nothing else it’s some extra cash and can be done remotely.