Jobless

Since May 28, I have been without a job.  Unlike many in the faith community, I’ve not aspired to be a wife and mother.  I’ve always sought to be gainfully employed, to serve in church and to serve in the community.  As one friend said, “Some people work to live, and some people live to work.  We all know which one you are.”  In addition to the painful reality of not being able to make ends meet, being without a job is demoralizing.

During this protracted period of unemployment, my pets have been a continual source of comfort and entertainment.  When Isabelle became mine nearly six years ago, I bought purchased some cat toys and placed them in a ‘toy box’ in the living room.  Did she play with them?  No.  I have found that both animals particularly enjoy playing with this purple ribbon.