I didn't get an interview with the newspaper in Connecticut. It wasn't because I'm not qualified--the editor made that clear, which I appreciated. Rather, the timeline for hiring was very short, and they wanted someone who was able to start around the time when I'd be able to go up for an interview. I emailed the editor and said it would probably be in the paper's best interests to go with a local candidate--also, one who could live at home, because the job did not pay enough to live anything but rent-free.
So while I still don't have an interview anywhere, for now, I am content with finally getting a response to my resume. And I'll be content with that for awhile. Because, in all honesty, I am so sick of applying for jobs. It's all I ever do! My life consists of working, sleeping, eating, and applying for jobs. I've applied to hundreds since I graduated, and I started applying even before then! For seven months, my life has revolved completely around CareerBuilder.com. I just don't have the energy right now to keep writing those darned cover letters. Thus: my temporary plan: today is Saturday. I will not log onto a job website until at least Monday. I will take the next two days (when I am not working) to do other, more pleasurable activities. Give myself a small break from the stress of the future (or lack thereof). Now, I don't know exactly what I will do with myself, but I'm sure I will find something.
I hope.
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