I know that the economy stinks.
And I know that people are unfortunately struggling and many have (are and will) lose their jobs. I know it could happen to anyone, anywhere.
But I still need to share the good news that we have......
and this is.....
that...............
despite some HUGE hurdles (and I do mean huge)
my daughter now has a job! YAY!
She started almost two weeks ago and things are (knock on wood) going really well.
AND, since then has had 2 (or 3?) other job offers!
Amazing.
She might pick up a part time job for 6 months or so to get a good start on paying down some significant bills.
I know that in many places there are few jobs and things are tough. My heart goes out to you. Really. I know what its like to struggle financially - I really do. I have been a single parent and at times have struggled.
I'm just really thankful and wanted to share a little bit of good news.
I feel really really blessed that in Maryland the economy is (overall) still pretty good and there are still a LOT of job openings. SO SO thankful.
(had a photo of her in her new uniform but it can't find it right at the moment....will share it later if I find it)
Showing posts with label economy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label economy. Show all posts
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Art in MY economy
Some say we are in a recession or heading that way, some don't buy it. I don't really know what to think other than I know costs of everyday items are constantly rising.
I also know that making my art is costing me more. All of my materials seem to cost more than ever. With rising costs of food and fuel, and everything else, whats a girl to do?
For me it means selling, something I haven't really tackled up to this point. My economy means I need to finally buckle down and start thinking about what I like to make and who my target audience might be. Then, how am I going to reach them? Up to this point I've been very lackadaisical about the business aspect of my art. The time has come to buck up missy!
I am setting a goal to write a business plan, even if its simple and somewhat vague. At least it will be there as a guide and it can always be revised.
It seems to me that even though we may cut corners and scrimp, there are still many people who will spend their money on something that brightens their day, something that might be a bit of a splurge (especially in the current economy), something that just makes them smile and feel good. We all need that, don't we?
Thats what I'm going to be banking on as I move forward, a trust that the economy will ebb and flow but that people will always appreciate beauty and the value of handmade. :)
~Janice
I also know that making my art is costing me more. All of my materials seem to cost more than ever. With rising costs of food and fuel, and everything else, whats a girl to do?
For me it means selling, something I haven't really tackled up to this point. My economy means I need to finally buckle down and start thinking about what I like to make and who my target audience might be. Then, how am I going to reach them? Up to this point I've been very lackadaisical about the business aspect of my art. The time has come to buck up missy!
I am setting a goal to write a business plan, even if its simple and somewhat vague. At least it will be there as a guide and it can always be revised.
It seems to me that even though we may cut corners and scrimp, there are still many people who will spend their money on something that brightens their day, something that might be a bit of a splurge (especially in the current economy), something that just makes them smile and feel good. We all need that, don't we?
Thats what I'm going to be banking on as I move forward, a trust that the economy will ebb and flow but that people will always appreciate beauty and the value of handmade. :)
~Janice
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