I Hope for a Job

Why is it so hard to get a job?  Don't answer that; I already know.  It just sucks that's all.  I think I have applied to about 20 places.  I have looked for employment opportunities for everywhere on State St., The Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, Water Tower Place and my college campus.  I have heard nothing back except from Build-A-Bear on Navy Pier saying they weren't looking for anyone with my skill level.  What kind of skills do they expect me to have to work at Build-A-Bear?  It's getting close to summer and tourists are going to be out in full swing yet they aren't hiring people to help out.  Bah!  So today I applied to work at Shedd Aquarium.  Out of every job I have applied for, this is the one I want the most.  I had always dreamed of being a dolphin trainer but knew I couldn't handle being a biology major so I settled for TV.  Granted I wouldn't be working with animals...I would be a guest service representative.  

The job requirements from the Shedd Aquarium website:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

Yes!  I graduated from high school two years ago.

2. Retail, attraction, or customer-service experience. 

I have customer service experience!  Every job I have ever had required customer service skills.

3. Experience working with children preferred.

I have worked with children!  I was a water safety instructor for four summers; I am definitely qualified.

4. Previous cash handling experience preferred. 

I have experience handling money!  I worked at a grocery store for a year.

5. Above all, we are seeking friendly and outgoing candidates who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

I am friendly!  Not really outgoing, but I can definitely handle a fast-paced environment.

So...I am qualified.  I submitted my resume and cover letter.  Not that I have ever written a cover letter before...so that was a little sad but I think I did well.  They are looking for people to work this summer and it's almost summer.  I hope they haven't hired everyone they are allowed.  If I don't get an interview they are crazy.  They need me and I need them.  Now I'll just hope for the call.

And now for some cute little guys I will hopefully get to see everyday:

My Writing

I created this blog a long long time ago, but I have never been brave enough to write anything.  I have this fear of people reading what I write.  When I used to major in journalism I don't believe I let a single one of my friends read what I wrote.  Honestly, I thought I wrote really well and the teachers always gave me good feedback and I received good grades.  Even with all of that greatness I do not like people reading what I write.  Obviously a good reason for me to get out of journalism.  Now I am a TV major.  Stupid thing is I have to write scripts.  I don't like people reading my writing!  I also realized I don't like people knowing anything about any of my work.  I feel like everyone is judging me and I am completely inadequate.  Going to an art school makes me feel bad about myself because everyone is so focused on their craft and has big dreams and aspirations.  As for me...I just want to learn.  Everyone here has been doing these things for years.  Me...I barely know the beginning steps.  Sometimes I feel stupid and uncomfortable and I truly fear the day one of my friends sees my work.  So here I am, finally starting my blog.  I hope to keep up with it.  I don't expect anyone to read it.  I'll probably not even put my name.  But at least I have a place to put my thoughts and maybe some random person will read it.