I am raising two kids and I work hard. I have had the same job since I was 17, almost 9 years. I had a child young(15) so I didnt get a college education, but I am a pretty smart girl. my job isnt horrible as far as pay but it doesnt cut all the bills and leave anything extra for saving. I if I was given a chance I could do something that pays alot better, but everyone wants a educational backround as well as experience. I know I made a mistake getting pregnant so young and that is why this is so difficult, but what can I do to make it better? I know I could pursue an education, but where would I find the time to be the mother I need to be if I did that. And how would I afford it? I dont qualify for any grants I already tried that.Does anyone know if there are any oppertunities out there for someone who is willing to give it as much as she can? I want to give my family as much as possible and I am willing to do whatever it takes to do exactly that. Please help.
2007-04-22 12:41:37 · 11 answers · asked by dydasgirl 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
thank you all for understanding. I just thought I would add that I have tried for assistance and since I work, basically,I do not qualify. They just want me to give up what I do have and live in gov. housing and such. I am where I am cause of the schools, I want my kids to have a great education and the schools here give them that oppertunity. And I have checked into both online classes and work at home opps. They could be great but I dont have the income to invest to get started. But thank you so much for your advice
2007-04-22 13:06:33 · update #1
another thing is I would like to do this without having to use Gov. funding.My goal is to find long term success in a career. I do not want to rely on the gov. cause you never know if it is reliable, funding for welfare is being cut I have heard and people will soon be disqualified. I want to do this so I dont have to rely on anyone else, so to speak. I know I am capable I just have to find someone who is willing to give me the oppertunity. It would pay off for both of us in the end.
2007-04-22 13:13:51 · update #2
Wow! Good for you!! Where do you live? I'll check back and then see.
U.S. or Canada
2007-04-22 12:45:38 · answer #1 · answered by ♥ ♥ ♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know your specific situation although time, money seems to be the main points. I don't think I'll be very helpful but I would start researching some home business opportunties...something you're into or passionate about because it sounds as if you'll be pretty tired when you deal with it if working full time. It doesn't hurt on a resume after a year or so either.(be very wary of the tv infomercial stuff)
There are tax advantages...such as possibly righting off your cell phone, internet, car expense, home phone... again possibly some of your mortgage or rent. Just have to do the research.
I wish you well.
2007-04-22 12:57:04 · answer #2 · answered by William G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These days, a lot of accredited colleges and universities are offering online degree programs. Google the ones near your home and see if they have any. They take longer than attending school physically but you can work at your own pace from home. Some also have weekend programs if you have someone to stay with your kids. Maybe you could start by getting an associate's degree from a 2-year school and go from there.
Good luck.
2007-04-22 12:52:18 · answer #3 · answered by Alice K 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel for you and I'm so sorry to hear stories like yours. There are so many rich people who have all the opportunities to study and become someone, yet they don't care much about education. You are to be admired for wanting a good education and yet also want to be a good mother.
First: please do not blame yourself for getting pregnant at 15. It's a lost cause. There's a good proverb which says, when you lose, DO NOT LOSE THE LESSON. Forget about the past - you cannot change - even if you feel sorry for yourself.
Is there any chance that your boss pay for the education? Have you tried your church? Have you written to big people, like Ophrah Winfrey, Jay Leno, Bill Gates? Try it. You might get a surprise. These people thrive to help people who genuinely want to learn.
Lastly, pray. Good luck.
2007-04-22 12:55:32 · answer #4 · answered by maryc 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
why not call your county and check on the wic program and maybe some other help to provide for your family? it's a start. it could take the edge off financially. do you have any family or friends that could help you out as far as babysitting? maybe they would work out a trade instead of you having to pay them. could you take 1 or 2 classes at a time? it will take a little longer but you could still keep your job. check with financial assistance at a jr college.they may be able to help as well. best of luck to you. keep up the good work.
2007-04-22 12:59:24 · answer #5 · answered by racer 51 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Decide what you want to do, get a phone book, pen and paper. Then you look for every company you'd like to work for and write a letter to the managing director. Tell them a little about your life, and how you just need one chance to better it, and would they be willing to give you that chance. You're doing great, holding down a job and raising 2 kids. Someone has to respect you for that alone. Push yourself, you got nothing to lose. Best of luck to you.
2007-04-22 12:54:03 · answer #6 · answered by Taylor29 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
hello,first off I am sooo PROUD of YOU!!!!!!!! I was turned 15 in November and had my baby in January, so I know where you are coming from, but yes you do need some me time, and it will come to you . in my state if you can get food stamps , then thy will help you to go back to school and thy can also help with day care for the kids, it's out there there you just have to learn to play there game, paper work from hell. but if i can be of any more help just let me know I'll try,.. my e/mail ladyhalk7@yahoo.com p.s. you are not alone ....
2007-04-22 13:03:10 · answer #7 · answered by ladyhalk7 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it variety of feels to me that what your father and mom would desire to do is take him out of that faculty and deliver him to perhaps a private college, permit the hot college know why it is he's changing, what has occurred interior the previous and that it is to no longer take place returned, that to me looks like the only sturdy answer to the subject, bullying is terrible and much greater so while no longer something is achieved approximately it. in case your father and mom chosen to bypass away him interior the faculty and he keeps getting bullied, you may make a grievance to the faculty approximately him no longer being cared for interior the right way. yet I heavily think of you will desire to sit down down your father and mom down, and tell them that properly suited would be for him to bypass to a various college. wish this helped, and that i'm somewhat sorry for what has occurred!
2016-12-26 19:56:17 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a high school diploma? If not, get your Ged. They will give you a grant if you score high enough on the test. Good luck.
2007-04-25 16:39:43 · answer #9 · answered by Jessie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask some one you trust to babysit your kids for you for a couple of days so you can that a vacation away from them and think.
2007-04-22 12:46:55 · answer #10 · answered by certified_star 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋