I’m just 17. I’m still in high school. I’ve been working at the same place for over a year.
And my boss doesn’t understand the importance of extracurricular activities.
Last year, everything was different. I was able to go to school, go to track, and leave a little early, then work 5-9. Granted, my coaches got irritated, and I barely had time to change into work clothes, but I made it all happen.
So now that I’ve been working the 3-9 shift forever, its suddenly such a big deal that a morning worker stays an extra two hours or whatever everyday. I mean, I’ve been running track for 5+ years. I’m not gonna quit now. Granted, my job = my income. But I need to enjoy my youth. I’m gonna be working the rest of my life. So why does “ job come before play.” This isn’t my life. I’m not going to be working here in a year. I want to be able to hang out with friends. And play sports, and enjoy other shit that teenagers do. I HATE constantly working. I mean, I love lots of hours because then I get enough money to pay the bills and enjoy the leftover money. But when do I ever get the time to enjoy it when my daily life consists of:
School, practice, work, gym!?!
So do I work less and maybe not have enough money to fully enjoy stuff with friends?
Or do I work more and have enough money to spend as I please, but miss out on all the fun?
In this economy, I’m extremely grateful to get 28 hrs a week.
But I truly miss out on a lot of school stuff and social stuff just because
“oh I have to work that night.”
It’s a catch 22, what’s your imput?
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Work less. Because a good friend will always be willing to help with money. And you don't need money all the time to have a good time. Sometimes just having the friends over is fun enough. :) either way, your decision. I will support you through it all no matter what. You have my word Amanda.
ReplyDeleteWill your boss let you work less?
ReplyDeleteI guess I basically just second what R-3 says :)
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