Worked a Long Day

United States
December 6, 2012 5:53pm CST
I was so excited to start picking up some catering shifts part time. I remember that when I was in college, it was a great way to make good money without having to have the rigid schedule of most jobs. I chose to work an event that started an hour after my regular teaching job ended. It was supposed to be a 7 hour shift, but because of short staffing, it turned into 8 hours. I left my house in the morning at 9am and returned back home at 11pm. Although being on my feet all day was exhausting, it was encouraging to feel better financially. I have some big expenses coming up, and I don't want to get into debt. I have different work-related events lined up all week, but I am glad that Sunday will be a no-work day! I am gonna try to get as much finished as possible so that I can relax and do something fun! You can be sure that sleep will be included in that plan!
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@ARIES1973 (11426)
• Legaspi, Philippines
8 Dec 12
Hi friend! Most people that I encountered in my day to day activities online, I mean those who work online are really hardworking people like us. We want that our time will not wasted on unnecessary things. I'm sure that all these things will be paid off. I admire the people like you who would always make the use of time into something beneficial. Congratulations!
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@mariaperalta (19073)
• Mexico
7 Dec 12
glad you are working... especially this time a ear. I also work long days here in my cafe. 430 am till about 5pm. But we do what we have to do to survive. Take care there.
@Hatley (163776)
• Garden Grove, California
31 Dec 12
hi habibti I have always had the greatest respect and admiration for good caterers as they wo rk so hard making great food and serving and it cannot be easy on the feet. I used to work as a nurses aide and was n my feet all day so I know how tiring that gets.My husband used to sa y he could always te ll who w as a nurse because they always took off their shoes w henever they had a chance. lol.It must be really great tol know toiyu will be financially secure from all the events yo have to cater. good luck and God bless Happy New Year
@jenny1015 (13366)
• Philippines
6 Dec 12
It does feel good when we know that we are earning from all tbe hard work we have done. But also don't forget to have time to relsx so you'd get recharged. And above all, never forget to give thankd to God fir giving you good opportunities. Have a great day!
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