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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Emil says.... Massive layoffs sweep the US while Biden gives Ukraine more $$$. List of...

This is really nothing new. I am 68 and live in a small town in Wisconsin. Most of the little towns had lots of jobs when I was a kid that have since closed, which include, GM, Lear, shoe factories, Parker Pen, and many other that are empty spots, and many people suffered, then the 2008 chaos drove many more into poverty. We also had more stores, little and medium stores that are now closed, grocery, stationary, clothing, shoe, furniture, etc. , The minute I saw fast cash and loan stores open, I knew things were bad. Liquor stores stay open, bars stay open, fast food is still here, many restaurants closed with the pandemic where you could get somewhat healthy foods, a new hospital and nursing home was built, a new jail was built, and there was a while where there was at least one empty house on almost every block.   I have seen a lot of people start their own businesses and most are doing well, those are everything from tree trimming, roofing, food service, cleaning, home care, and some people get paid to take care of others in their homes.   More and more people are growing gardens and coming up with different ideas.  My sister-in-law was talking to me about when there was no welfare, and women had to work and take care of children with no help from the government, and how they did it. I know my Grandma used to do laundry for people, and cleaning. I think we are sold a lot of dreams on the media about houses, lifestyles, cars, etc when really life can be pretty simple and still fantastic. I find it cheaper to live with others, so we all benefit from that.  I have been of the mind that as long as my car is working, I could live in it if I needed to, and have learned some basic survival skills. I feel better when I don't panic, but come up with ideas, and be open minded about what I can do.    You see a lot of people on youtube that live independently but it looks like you need lots of money to do what some of them have done, you don't. I see this all as a transition that is needed, and no time to panic, just relax and enjoy, yet, do.... do learn, create, try, plan, meditate, practice communication skills, find support groups. We have incredible power with our thoughts, be grateful and kind to others!

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