It just feels so good!

Yeh I am really pleased for you and you sound so happy. I know how much of a big deal this was to you from reading some of your other discussions. I really hope that your family sees how hard you have worked to get a job and that everything works out for you, enjoy your working life!

I'm very happy for you!! It's a horrible feeling to not have a job and be able to pay your own way, isn't it? I'm glad that things are working out for you!

Congratulations! Independence is indeed a great milestone to accomplish. I don't think being unemployed is synonymous to being lazy. Times are hard and it can be very difficult for most people to find a job. No need to feel guilty or ashamed about that.

I can identify with you as I too has my first permanent job. With that, I can contribute to my family and buy gifts for them. Besides, I don't need to open my hands to ask for money now. It makes me feel great. Except I can't save much now. I think it's normal for first job. Save more and work hard.

Good for you!! I can tell your on way to success now. Just keep up the good attitude in life and you'll be happy and successful.. I've been reading some of your post and know what your feeling because I too am independent for 13yrs now. My advice to you is always be strong, have a positive attitude in life and always reach for the stars.

You shared this matter it is so attracting because I also experienced this type of situation.I think that it is one of the memorable situation in our life.

Wow, congrats gxnfly, I know what you mean and I am sure life will be different now having your own job! Enjoy and we will still expect to see your regular participation here!

Yes you should feel proud to live on your own. Congrats on getting new job, but dont just stop here, now when you have started climbing , you have to climb many more steps. Best wishes from my side.

Hi gxnfly! Wow, that is good news! I am so happy for you and no, I don't think that it is no big deal. I know that having a regular job means a lot for it will somehow build anyone's confidence and self esteem. I am proud of you and your achievements dear. Good luck and more power. Take care and God bless!

It is great to hear that you have a job. What job is it and how much are you earning? How come you can live on your own as this in only your second day? I would have thought it would have took you quite a bit of saving to be able to afford your own home?

Congratulations! I am very happy for you! I know exactly how you feel. Moving away from home is awesome. You realize that you can do whatever you want, buy whatever food you want, eat whatever you want. Even if it was no pressure when you lived with your parents you always adapt. I remember when I moved away. In my family my mom has always been strict about only drinking water if one is thirsty and when we had orange juice at home we were only allowed one glass with breakfast. Okay, no big deal, really, I didn't care that much. But what a feeling when I moved out and I could go buy juice and drink just because I was thirsty or felt like it! Just the fact that I could do and buy whatever I wanted to is an awesome feeling. And then getting a job too! Even more congratulations to that! This means that you can have your own money to do with what you like. Again I remember when I got my first paycheck. Even paying bills felt great because I felt so adult and responsible to have my own bills to pay with my own money! Obviously now I wish I had less bills but that is another thing :) The whole idea of being independent and being able to pay your own bills is a really big thing! Have fun, enjoy living alone and take care!

congrats.. everybody deserves happiness for once.you just have to be optimistic in looking for a job. something along the way will come. you never know

That is a great step that you make. Congratulation my friend. Feels good doesn't it? Keep fighting and happy for your future. And one thing, positif thinking will help. I can see how you love you family very much. They will pray for you.

im going to be in a similar situation soon. im getting a new job soon and most likely going to move out with a close friend. i am 20 years old now and havent tried the whole living on my own thing so it should be a good experience for myself!

That is great. If your mom and sister didn't tell you how proud they were of you then I will. I take it that you are enjoying your job too. You sound so happy and I'm happy things are working out so well for you.

I am so happy for you.I think it is a big deal. Congrads. Keep up the great work!

This certainly is a big achievement in your career , in your life. Congratulations to you, and I wish you all the success and happiness in your career from now on.

Yup.. U've got your dignity back and most important, self confidence ^_^ hehe.. Right now u have proven to your family members that a degree is actually not everything and it's not end of the world for u even u have no degree.. hehe ^_^ U have every right to be happy and proud, because u did put in hard work and effort in securing your job.. hehe ^_^

that's pretty good my friend atleast you prove to your family that you can stand with your own feet. i am independent with my parents since i am 18 although this is not common in our country, many of our countrymen even having 2 children still in the parents care but me it's different. my parents depend on me, they ask financial support from me but i am not regret of it because they are my family. i love them and i know they love me too. it's my obligation to take good care of them.

that's a good news to hear. enjoy the independence that you have right now. love your work as it will provide your needs while you are building your own life. goodluck to you.