Amber's Personal Finance Blog

I finally completed my taxes and I should be getting about $1600 which will go straight into my EF account to pay up coming bills, gosh I hope I land a job before I have to touch this money
I have one more paycheck coming in and I will pay all bills due for April including my car and get them out of the way
I start the gig next week with PP which is about 8-10 weeks for $1000

I was so ticked off the person at hospital B had me waiting for over 1 hour, what if I had showed up an hour late.
First I didn't eat breakfast because I really wasn't hungry. I get there about 10 minutes early and was told that the person I thought I was meeting was running 15 minutes late due to an accident(which I later find out was a lie by the interviewer he was in a meeting), Then I'm told to allow 20 minutes and before I know it a little over an hour goes by and finally meet with this guy who pretty much ask me the same question as in the last interview and I'm there now close to two hour. If I really didn't need a job I would have left
I called hospital A where I really want to work to see if the position was filled and was told they were still interviewing but someone from within wants the position meaning 9 times out of 10 they'll get it
In the end when I left the interview I was told to allow 3 weeks plus I was starving so I went to Wendy's
Today's total job application submitted 6

I got another call today from a neurology office to come in for an interview, unfortunately I missed the call but will call first thing in the morning, the woman called me around 6pm and when I called back it was about 6:30 and the office was closed. I think she was making calls after hours
I decided to go into the library and pick up a book so that I'll have something to read since I'm home.
Tomorrow is a big day, my to do:
-Fax resume to two location
-Call Dr's office to schedule an interview
-Second interview with hospital B
-Deposit Pinecone check
-Mail application to the city of LW
-Work on paper
-Study finance

Well went with my dad to his rental property and I'm tired. After our pow wow I really don't want to be involved with him and his property but neither he nor my brother know what their doing
I ended up spending money today about $5 at Burger King and another $5 at the produce stand which was well worth it and $102 for the electric bill which is not due until April but since I'm not working I figured I may as well pay it while I have the money
I got a call from hospital number 2 for a second interview tomorrow which is a good sign, not the location or time slot I want but hey it's a job and since I am dying to get in the hospital after graduation, this will be great.
Oh I got $3 from Pinecone today

March honors prominent women who helped shape this country and in keeping up with a little bit of history here is an FYI:

Anne Dallas Dudley (1876 - 1955)
Political activist central to the campaign to pass the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Serving as National Campaign Director as well as in her home state of Tennessee, she led a march of 2,000 women in the South's first suffrage parade in 1914, and
Fanny Wright
(1795 - 1852)The first American woman to speak publicly against slavery and for the equality of women, Fanny Wright was a rebel who pursued equality for all. She lived according to her own ideals rather than society's dictates.

I have had a total of 11 NSD and it's all mainly because I am unemployed. I'm happy that I had the no spend days but sad that I am not working. Normally I add $2 for every no spend days but I'm unable to do so

Well Friday I didn't submit any applications but I did go back and check to see if anything was posted that I would be interested in and there was nothing. Today however, I was able to apply for 5 positions and later I will fax my resume to three locations bringing my total to 8 for the day. I have a feeling that this is the week I would be offered a job, just something in side is telling me (since my lay) that I would be offered a job my second week of being unemployed...I hope so

Since I'm unemployed and have these teaching CDs on excel, word, access etc. I decided to brush up on my excel. Yes I know the basics to get by but there are other things that the CD teaches you and what the heck. So rather than having a hot date that's what I'm doing

I know that it is my faith that keeps me going, yes I was/am down about not having a job but things could be much worst. Today God Blessed me with a $50 gift from my dad, last week it was $20 from my aunt and again today my uncle paid me the money he owed me. The entire $525, so I put this money in my EF in order to pay my car insurance for the next three months. Yes I am worried but at least I can pay my car note, car insurance and the small bills around the house
Thank goodness, God is on my side when all else fails

I went ahead and scheduled a $30 payment to be deducted on April 3 on CC2, and deducted the amount from my checking account. I figured I may as well as long as I have the money and I don't know when I'm going to start work again

Went in for an interview at a different hospital there were two different openings. One for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday from 7pm to 7am and the other per diem. I'd rather the over night shift because it's gull time with benefits. I got a call from MD that my paps was positive so she wants to do some procedure, I went ahead and scheduled for next Thursday before my insurance runs out
So my first week of being unemployed, I've applied for over 20 positions and had 4 interviews
On a different note I was so tempted today to go to Burger King twice, but I said to myself [i]you are not working[i]
Tonight I'll do my taxes and get them out, I need the money

I went to an interview today for a security company, totally different than my background. Hours are from 8-5 and is a temporary position from April-September with the possibility of full-time. They gave me the paper work for a drug test so I'm pretty sure I got the job, but I really wanted the one at the hospital near my house. I have another interview today for a per Diem position which is an on call gig at another hospital hmmmm we'll see

I met with the administrator at Plan Parenthood and I have a paid internship for about 8 weeks for a $1000 which averages out to about $15 an hour. However, it is a little less than unemployment but they'll pay me the difference so I'll still be making the same amount as if I got unemployment but it is a great opportunity for me when the summer rolls around and I need an internship

My beautician called because she wanted to go out, I stated to her I was let go Friday and really didn't have the money. She goes on to tell me that it's only $10, I say yeah but I can't waist $10 nor do I like going anyplace without cash. She's going on and on so then I say my hair isn't done nor do I have anything to wear. She didn't even offer to do my hair, just put a couple of curls in and yet you want me to spend money I don't have.Her response, you have something to wear. The point is, as an old client and friend she wouldn't even offer to pay my way since it's only $10 or even do something with my hair unless she was getting paid and why is she spending money anyway when I constantly get calls from a bill collector for her

Ok tomorrow is a busy day and I have to jot down what exactly I'm doing.
First turn in the office key
second: drop off application at the city of LW
Next, hit the grocery store
Then meet with Plan Parenthood about a possible paid internship
Last thing on list, speak with adviser about graduation
Tomorrow would be the first time I spent money since my lay off, I guess that is the only best thing that came from me being let go

I received my unemployment letter which stated I was eligible for benefits ($275 weekly) this is good news because I can live off this for a while if nothing comes in and not touch my savings
Things seems to be going well and I know if it wasn't for my faith and my amazing friends, family and of course my blog family here I probably would have lost my mind

My interview went really well, we talked for an hour and M even said that I was a very strong candidate. They are looking to fill the position asap, so I am hoping that I get a call back by the end of the week. I also go another call from a different hospital and will be setting up an interview with them
But I would like to get on at the location with M the pay is about $2 less than what I was making, but they offer benefits and rather than 2 weeks vacation you get 4 weeks

Wish me luck, I have an interview tomorrow at a hospital and I am so excited. I have been wanting a job at the hospital or with the Department of Health since I can remember and have never had an interview. I've always filled out the application but never a call back. I have even research the hospital to find out how many beds, when they opened and the CEO name; in addition, to looking up some of the programs in which they offer so that I am prepared when I go in
Today was my 8th NSD, I guess the best thing about me not working is that I am not spending any money not even driving
Edit:
I had to edit this post in order to add the link for free Dr.Pepper. When you go on the site the link is to the lower left

I got another lead today from my friend's son so I faxed my resume ASAP to his contact who stated to give her a few days.
Plus one of my coworkers called who has a friend over at H and he's going to talk to her, I had talked to her a few weeks ago about interning for the summer but never got her number. My co-worker said he has not heard 1 thing as to why I was let go and pretty much everyone was shocked
As I'm typing this I got a call from M at the hospital that I applied for and will meet with her tomorrow. Lord I begging you to not let me cry. I'll definitely have to practice tonight on answering my questions

I received $3 from Pinecone today as well as a few days ago, so $6 I can use for my gas.
I also got an lead on a possible paid internship with Plan Parenthood, that would be nice
Thus far today I only filled out 3 applications but since Monday I have submitted about 19 applications and this is not including Fridays' Saturday's and Sunday. I am so proud that I am getting my information out

My old friend always say "claim it and it is yours" and I have done that, by totally staying positive and knowing that God is going to give me a job in two weeks
Another friend called today and one of her son's is a manager/supervisor at company C and will put in a word for me for a position that hasn't even come up yet and her other son knows the director of company L and would give her a buzz. So with everyone looking out for me I am bound to find a job
Thanks to Fern I have been keeping a log of where and when I fill out an application. Today a total of 6. I'm hoping I can keep up the momentum, if so then I should oops would land a job soon

There was a position in the paper for a front desk person but no fax number, so I called and the girl said to come in and fill out an application at 5:30. At first I wasn't going to go because I thought there would be a ton of people there but three of my friends all said I should go so I went.
This Dr. was a jerk his only question was are you married, do you have children? First of all this is illegal and I almost said that to him. Then he stated his office hours were from 6:30 to 7pm and they worked through lunch. I'm thinking you can't force some one to work through lunch. Then he said if he offered me the job I would have to choose between school and work. Now the hours of operation posted on the door stated from 7:20am to 4pm and my classes start at 7pm
I need a job but I would not drop my class that will be over in may that I already paid for

I went to my interview today and it was going OK until she ask me about my last job and I started crying. Can you believe it? I know I won't get a call back but I hate I started crying. I just informed the interviewer that I was upset because working there was like working with family and that I was going to miss everyone there
I can't believe it
There was only on job posted today that I could possible apply for so I went ahead and did that, I have had no phone calls but I'm optimistic

Someone is praying for me and the Man above is listening(and I am thankful). My aunt came over and my mom or uncle must have told her I was let go. Well as I'm sitting under the dryer she ask if I worked in a doctor's office and I said to her PT but it's similar. Well she said I think and I'm not sure but that on Friday the doctor her daughter works for let the receptionist go and when she got home she would call and get more details. Well she never went home but got the info for me right away and who I should fax my resume to. So what did I do? fax my resume over at 9pm so that E
would have it first thing in the morning
I am so thankful that I keep my resume always up to date. Because on Friday I came home looked for employment and faxed and email my resume right away no need to tweet this or add that, because it was already complete. I suggest that everyone no matter what keep your resume up to date...it was one of the best things I could have done

Well I have an interview tomorrow at a doctor's office for the front desk. Starting salary is $14 but I can't complain, I'd rather make $14 an hour than 0. I am not going to get my hopes up too much but I am just simply glad that I have an interview tomorrow, plus the location is much closer to my house
Wish me luck

Friday when I was let go, my check engine light came on and I thought OMG. Today my uncle took it to the Toyota auto shop because his friend is a mechanic there and he looked at it for free, thank goodness. It wasn't anything major I just need to either buy a new gas cap or make sure it is closed until I can afford to replace it. Normally you have to pay for having your vehicle simply looked at but my uncle's friend was nice enough not to charge.
Then my aunt came over and left me $20, I can use that for gas. After talking a little with my aunt I spoke with a friend who said her BF is a manager at a Publix and if I needed a part time gig he could get me in. So if nothing comes in I'll give him a buzz in a few weeks. I applied for two more jobs bringing today's total to 8
I am positive that things will definitely work out

As of 10am this morning I applied for 6 positions, there are a couple I need to try and apply for but am having a problem so I will try later. There is also one that I will have to call first thing tomorrow,hmmm in this day in age you would think that they would want you to fax or e-mail over a resume. I have to laugh because I can't believe how many jobs I have applied for since Friday afternoon. I am so amaze, but like I said in an earlier post I have no time to waste. I also notice that there is a job open at a location a friend of mine works at so I will call her later to let her know I applied, I haven't told her yet I was let go. I am really feeling good right now but I'll be feeling great once I get a job

I got up early this morning and checked out hotjobs.com. I went ahead and faxed my resume along with application over for a possible front desk position, being that I was working the front desk at my last job. Anyhow the company is opening up 3 new locations all a little farther than what I am interesting in but oh well I need a job.
Every one like old friends, co-workers, my blog family and family members have all been so kind and rooting for me. I just hope we are all right that I will have a job in a couple of weeks. I know one thing if and when I land a job, I am paying off my cc ASAP, if I get a job before I have to start using my savings I am definitely paying my cc off with my tax returns. This is just so scary. I know right now I can pay the minimum and get by but if I didn't have a minimum to pay it wouldn't be so bad. All that was charged though was for my teeth and school so I don't really feel too bad

I finally got the nerve/courage to eat something today. I had cereal for breakfast and and a grilled cheese for an afternoon snack. Even though, I missed lunch I still managed to put something in my stomach which is a Blessing. I Still haven't felt like doing anything but I feel a lot better.

What part of I am not bleeping working you don't bleep understand? The first person I called when I was let go was my sister. I explained to her how I trying to save every nickel (including gas) that I have. First she called me up to ask me to pick her up so I am hesitant but say OK. Then she calls me back to tell me don't worry about picking her up but if I can let her borrow some money to pay her light bill. WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!! So of course I tell her no and she continues to go on and on about how she's going to pay me later that night. Finally I said no again and hung up. Now today she calls me up me to pick her up to drop off my nephew's car and then take her home which is way cross town. Here it is I just said to her I am not working and she has all these things she wants me to do. I just want to yell leave me the bleep alone! She is so inconsiderate it amazes me
On a different note I placed a call into another friend who works at the hospital to keep her eye open for me, I'm hoping with every one I informed I would have some luck. Plus I talked to another friend today who has two friends that work at a hospital, maybe they can give me an inside scoop