Future of Jobs -- for me.

Real life is hard, especially back in my home state, Ohio. I am closer -- and not so close -- to my family. Some I like, some I respect, but most are not a part of my life -- by their own choices.

Yes, I live in a senior community with other seniors. Although the people have been friendly and welcoming, I am content here. I need income. I've been forced into retirement with my siblings' help and the sparsity of work according to my employer and their long wait while I was in the hospital and rehab. My only resource is my background and experience.

The thing is I've discovered I have a whole lot more to offer than I realized. I'm in possession of a boat load of experience. Now all I have to do is get a job. Since I have no vehicle of my own and I cannot rely on public transportation, I must walk. Good thing employers are close by and I need the exercise. I will also use my cane at first, but as I walk more often I can dispense with the cane and walk unassisted. The walking will also strengthen my body and thus cure my imbalance issues.
Good thing employers won't discriminate against me. When they first glimpse me (a white-haired older woman walking slowly and carefully), they might be forced to see me as a negative, but my resume, knowledge, and personality should sway them toward being nice. It's easy since I project willingness to work -- even part time come to that.

I can work -- and prefer to work -- and will work every day (healthy and fit). I will work part time and fill in as long as there is a job to be had. I will work anything (except digging ditches since I am not capable, though I'd be willing to do that if necessary).

I've worked from home for decades and would prefer another position working from home if such is available since I don't have a car, or if the position is located in another community or state. No matter what, I will continue to keep looking and will search high and low. If necessary, I will go to the fast food restaurants that proliferate in this area. They're close and pay weekly, so that makes them a good fall back option. I have worked in fast food before, and have even worked in bars cum restaurants. Waitressing is not my favorite, but even waitresses will be hired -- even if they are octagenarians, which I am not. At only 63, I am a very viable and workable option (for them), and will work hard and be on time.

I have it all thought out. Now all I need to do is get out there, pound the streets, and talk to prospective employers. I will get the job. If I believe it, the job will be mine.

That is all. Disperse.