I’ve changed. More positive and sexy to say, “I’ve evolved.” Either way, I’m not quite ready to leave home, get out there, press palms, laugh out loud in a crowd of other people laughing out loud and swap germs like I used to do. Just seems more reckless than necessary. Especially when I’ve been underemployed for over a year. The best things in life may be free, but mingling still costs money.
I believe that as the world reopens fully, economic opportunities will as well. First I spoke that to the universe. Then I sent an email. To a tutoring entrepreneur, not the universe. In less than a week, I mad scrambled to onboard, filling out electronic documents and updating my technology to facilitate virtual tutoring.
As long as the TX electrical grid holds up, this will be a solid temporary full-time gig. By the time that gig ends, hopefully the other one I’ve been working on will be fully funded. In the meantime, I’ll work my long-time gig on the weekends. It’s been dying a slow death, but as long as I can make some money, it’s better than no money. Besides, I’m still able to read, write, and juggle creative projects while working customer service. Everything all from the convenience of home.
Who needs the outside world anyway? Far too many people who don’t believe in science or think this pandemic is a political hoax, which means they’re not taking basic precautions to protect themselves and others.
Better to remain sequestered while the world rages on. Even after getting my second shot, it won’t have the magical effect of remedying everything else that ails society.