I went to the welfare office today to pick up my Access Card. While I was waiting I heard about an middle-aged woman with sandals on her feet that had no access to food. I could tell that she was desperate and tired. I heard that the case worker tried to help, but circumstances got in the way. I don't know what happened. I suspect that she got frustrated. I then saw a young mother with her two week old daughter with no place to stay. Apparently she got kicked out of the shelter. It was interesting but a bit distressing to hear those stories. I prayed for both.
It isn't easy being a case worker. You work long hours for little pay. You deal with all sorts of problems and are expected to have solutions. You don't have the resources you need to do your job. I had to smile when the assistant told me that I should pull up a desk. I don't know if I'd be able to handle it.
I definitely have a goal of not staying on welfare for too long. It was necessary because of my current financial situation. I'm glad that I can do this, but sad that I have to do it. Does that make any sense? I guess in some way it does. I continue to look for ways to make money without resorting to illegal means. I tell myself daily that it will be worth it to push forward.
I will push forward. I must push forward....
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