letting off some steam

[SRP76]

Ah, that leads to Part II: Major in something relevant. You're not going to be a professional philosopher, for example.

[Mike70]

I think Ace said he had a degree some time ago. I could be mistaken. i think it was in english if i'm not mistaken. if so, enrolling in teachers college for a bit and getting a certificate would be a great idea. teaching is usually one job where you can always find work. in fact, there are some states where a certificate from a teachers college isn't even required because the schools in the state are so hard up for qualified people.

[mista_mo]

I feel your pain somewhat Ace. I work part time in a grocery store 40 hours a week, doing night shifts for 11.10/hour. a lot better then minimum wage but I hate it. Oh, and I don't have my high school diploma yet (drop out etc.) Keep your options open buddy, Khardis is giving you some amazing advice here and I feel it would be in your best interest to pursue it. My ex girlfriends father worked as a foremen at a wood working factory (been a carpenter for a hell of a long time) and makes close to 50 bucks an hour. Getting into a skilled trade is a good idea, as they are all pretty much in demand, and as said before, give you some absolutely important skills that you will use a hell of a lot in your life. Plumbing, carpentry, and if you got the balls for it (and the interest) underwater welding pays well around here. Best of luck man, I'm sure that you will find something.