Conclusion

So, in case you didn't know (whoever may read this), I quit my job on Saturday. I was becoming miserable again and the commute to and from was just too much. I decided to apply at The Exchange again. Now, some may see this as a step backward but I see it in a different light. I wouldn't be able to work at the same store since Dan and I are married but possibly one of the downtown stores or the new one that will be opening in Oakland. We'll see what happens. I made the decision to try to get a job there again based on what I know of myself. First, it's the best job I've ever had. This may sound silly but here's why: it was a fun atmosphere, the co-workers are mostly fantastic, the customers provide endless entertainment and I was surrounded by everything I love (music, movies and video games). It doesn't pay a lot but I've finally decided that money isn't what should determine a job. There are other factors. I've had jobs making more money and I've had jobs making less money. All of my jobs have made me miserable except that one. I can't keep finding a job and quitting a short time later. I'd rather do something I enjoy for a long time even if it's not a lot of money. Unlike a lot of people, money and objects aren't what make me happy. Yes, I need money to pay bills but I do not need money to waste on silly material things. So, hopefully this works out for me. If not, I guess it's back to the drawing board and I'll need to find something else that is at least tolerable. I never wanted to leave The Exchange but if I hadn't, I wouldn't be married to Dan today.