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Gender: Female
Location: the American Midwest
Occupation: ever-changing
Age: 23
Member Since: February 18, 2004
Answers: 7
Last Update: February 23, 2004
Visitors: 1798
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I was one of the striking grocery workers here in southern california until I got fed up and decided I don't want to picket anymore. The company is trying to cheat us out of our health benefits and I'm really sick of the place anyway. I don't like most of the people I work with because they are sleazy and immature, and I've been there for over six years in the lowest position and am unappreciated. Right now, I'm broke, and I'm thinking that if this strike ends soon, I'll go back temporariy until I can find something better. What do you think? I'm limited in where I can work because I don't drive. Help! (link)
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Dear Out On Strike,
Uggghhh. Yes, this Un-named Grocery Store IS sleazy! My cousin is a manager at one here in the Midwest and they were trying to send her to Southern California to strike-break. When she refused (no-one should EVER be a scab, come on!) her job was threatened. I'm sure you can do better than this, SURE of it! If it ends soon you could work for a bit, but come up with a plan for pulling yourself out of this job.
Have you considered biking to a different area? That's what I do, as a car-less worker. It's easy, fast, fun and good exercise. It may broaden your options. Don't work at a place where you don't feel useful and appreciated! (Or, do it once in a while, but only to keep food on your table while you're planning the next step.) Take classes? Move? Ask friends and family for suggestions? Any and all options that are open to you, I would consider with fierce determination.
Vina
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You were very helpful. That is why I asked another question directly to you. Thanks!
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