Posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on February 3, 2008, at 23:03:06
In reply to I need help in life, posted by Deneb on February 3, 2008, at 11:40:26
Deneb...
I believe I am a fair bit older then you, I am 38, and I live at home with my folks. I know of many people in their 30s who do as well. Its not just anybodys fault, its the economy and politicians fault. They havent created enough good paying jobs; havent raised the minimum wage enough; and dont give people with little experience a chance. Back in the 70s and early 80s, people could get well-paying jobs easy enough without much education or experience. These same people are now the boses, employers, and politicians who tell young people they have to tighten their belt.
Anyhow, many of the people who I know who got married 10 years ago are now divorced. Besides, the stats show that people these days are not getting married until they get older for economic reasons. I REALLY cant stand these parents these days who think they have to boot their kids out of the house at 18, 19, 20, and thats it! My sister and her husband charge her kids, my Niece and nephews, rent, and they are only between 18 and 24. My Niece is 24, unemployed (trying hard to find a job). The thing is, my sister never, ever had to pay a dime of rent when she lived at home with my parents! My Mom and Dad are really pi*sed at her for being like that. Many generations ago, extended families lived together in one big house. Everybody looked after each other. Then we turned to the yuppieish ma and pa and 2.4 kids family, and its been downhill since. Families where made to stick together, to survive as a unit! Not here in North America, I guess!
Anyhow, you just enjoy your life, your time at home, and it will all fall into place as it comes along later. Forget the keeping up with the Jonses stuff. We put way too much emphasis on me me me me me me me.when we should be operating as an us.a family.
Best.and take care
Jay
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