When I was under twenty, I thought getting to thirty was the be all and end all of life. The way the ‘adults’ would go on about turning that dreaded age, it seemed like maybe that was the age you’re supposed to have your shit together. Career, marriage, children, house, nice car. Over the next few years, I realised that wasn’t going to happen, and I didn’t really want it to just yet.
Until January. Bloody January.
It’s now been one week since I became unemployed, and while getting work on the flat done and more time in pyjamas has been great, job applications, difficult renovation work and socialising have probably taken their toll a bit. Last night, I ran the Twitter chat, but then sat with pizza and a beer watching reruns of Fresh Prince on Netflix, and I didn’t realise how much I needed that!
Despite this, I am feeling in quite high spirits and pretty optimistic. It’s going to take some turning around, but I’ll feel amazing when I manage it! I’m looking forward to seeing where this all leads, and definitely think I’ve coped well with some massive changes so am a little bit proud!


You have had a long week! So many ups and downs, but hopefully more ups 🙂 It’s funny how we’re all made to think that 30 is this big deal. But, thankfully, the closer you get to it, the more you realise how silly that fear is. And you don’t even had to get /that/ close to 30 to get to that mindset! Good luck with your moving in process!
Erin | Explore, Refresh
So sorry to hear that you lost your job, I can’t even begin to imagine! But from a 40-something year old, you are still young! Doors will open up for you in no time! Thank God for your health and your relationships!! Also just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award 💖!
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I was made redundant, about two years ago now, and it’s a horrible feeling. Then the endless job applications, being turned down or worse, hearing nothing back. It’s not nice. But I always think it’s for the best – there’s a reason behind everything. Being made redundant gave me time to work on my mental health, and then I landed a really great job with a really great team of people and a fantastic boss. So I’m sure this will all work out for you too!
Aw thank you! It’s good to hear from someone who’s been in the same position. Im glad you’re in a much better place now.
I’m remaining hopeful and think it’ll be a good move for me. Definitely disappointing not hearing back about jobs, but I remember that from last time I was searching so wasn’t too hopeful. Thanks so much for this comment xx
Hey hey, Fresh Prince ♥ 😀
Wow, you had a lot going on there. I’m sorry you lost your job, but hopefully you’ll find something even better soon!
Also, getting the apartment with your bf has to be both terrifying and so exciting.
Just enjoy every day 🙂
and yes, I’m 22 now and already worried about my 30s hahah
Haha, loving the Fresh Prince catch up! Yeah, it was a mad week! I’m excited about everything, but it’s also so stressful. Ooh, you have plenty of time to prepare hehe. I’m ready to embrace this age (I think!) xx
Oh hun, what an emotional rollercoaster! So sorry to read about your redundancy. I’ve been through it – once expectedly (I requested it) and once unexpectedly and it’s a weird time. On the plus side it’s giving you time to work on making your new home look and feel amazing, and who wants to go out to work in winter anyway? 😉
Seriously though, I hope you’re doing ok and you’re not too down about it. Hopefully you’ll have a redundancy payment to tide you over, and something else fabulous will come along soon.
I’m exhausted haha. I’m remaining positive, but it’s been a month now so starting to worry me. I realise it takes so much longer to find a job for many, but what a time to be running out of money!
Thank you, I’m sure it’ll be okay – keeping the hope alive! And not getting dressed in the mornings has been bliss! xx
Oh hun, what an emotional rollercoaster! So sorry to read about your redundancy. I’ve been through it – once expectedly (I requested it) and once unexpectedly and it’s a weird time. On the plus side it’s giving you time to work on making your new home look and feel amazing, and who wants to go out to work in winter anyway? 😉
Seriously though, I hope you’re doing ok and you’re not too down about it. Hopefully you’ll have a redundancy payment to tide you over, and something else fabulous will come along soon.
I’m exhausted haha. I’m remaining positive, but it’s been a month now so starting to worry me. I realise it takes so much longer to find a job for many, but what a time to be running out of money!
Thank you, I’m sure it’ll be okay – keeping the hope alive! And not getting dressed in the mornings has been bliss! xx
You have had a long week! So many ups and downs, but hopefully more ups 🙂 It’s funny how we’re all made to think that 30 is this big deal. But, thankfully, the closer you get to it, the more you realise how silly that fear is. And you don’t even had to get /that/ close to 30 to get to that mindset! Good luck with your moving in process!
Erin | Explore, Refresh
I was made redundant, about two years ago now, and it’s a horrible feeling. Then the endless job applications, being turned down or worse, hearing nothing back. It’s not nice. But I always think it’s for the best – there’s a reason behind everything. Being made redundant gave me time to work on my mental health, and then I landed a really great job with a really great team of people and a fantastic boss. So I’m sure this will all work out for you too!
Aw thank you! It’s good to hear from someone who’s been in the same position. Im glad you’re in a much better place now.
I’m remaining hopeful and think it’ll be a good move for me. Definitely disappointing not hearing back about jobs, but I remember that from last time I was searching so wasn’t too hopeful. Thanks so much for this comment xx
Hey hey, Fresh Prince ♥ 😀
Wow, you had a lot going on there. I’m sorry you lost your job, but hopefully you’ll find something even better soon!
Also, getting the apartment with your bf has to be both terrifying and so exciting.
Just enjoy every day 🙂
and yes, I’m 22 now and already worried about my 30s hahah
Haha, loving the Fresh Prince catch up! Yeah, it was a mad week! I’m excited about everything, but it’s also so stressful. Ooh, you have plenty of time to prepare hehe. I’m ready to embrace this age (I think!) xx
So sorry to hear that you lost your job, I can’t even begin to imagine! But from a 40-something year old, you are still young! Doors will open up for you in no time! Thank God for your health and your relationships!! Also just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award 💖!
http://wp.me/p2VJ6R-2HR