A few weeks after I rode the T home with a big bag full of random office supplies (my own, I swear), I contacted Patch Somerville at the suggestion of my amazing freelance writer friend, Kristin Offiler and they offered me a story to cover almost immediately. Then, another friend who I met at Diesel, of all places, hooked me up with a social marketing firm. Suddenly this "no full-time job" thing looked like a distinct possibility.
So since I started playing the freelance do-si-do, mainly coasting on leftover Christmas money at the moment, I've had some random thoughts. Here they are, in no particular order.
- Six cups on the coffee carafe doesn't actually equal six cups, right? Three at the most. It only fills up my mug twice.
- I love Joel and all, but I'm quite sick of him getting gourmet cooked lunch catered to his office every day while I sit at my desk eating cottage cheese.
- I cashed in my coins at a Coinstar a couple of weeks ago and made the best purchase ever: my very own oscillating, remote-control space heater. It's my new best friend.
- Just because I work at home doesn't mean I'm the de-facto housekeeper. But it does mean that I'm around more often to get annoyed with the state of things. I should start charging my roommates.
- I am running out of Pandora hours quicker than Fat Free Half and Half, and every month think harder about giving them their measly $1.
- Writing corporate Facebook statuses is kind of like talking to a kindergarten class. And what do you think, kids?
- My evening activities are more precious to me than ever. It's writing group night, you say? THANK GOD, GET ME OUT OF HERE.
- Taking a shower by 11AM is early for me.
- I don't think I would like to work at an office for 40 hours a week ever again. 20, maybe. 30 at the most. Maybe. If the pay is good.
5 comments:
I think, SNOW DAY!!!!
The fact that you called me an amazing freelance writer totally just made my day, lady. I know how you're feeling-- after tasting the freelance life, I don't think I could get an office job. Maybe a part time one to supplement, but ONLY if it was in line with my interests (basically, NO MORE MEDICAL OFFICES. EVAR.)
The good news is that this is a fabulous time to be a writer. There are lots of opportunities for people who know what they're doing (and let's be honest... lots of people do NOT know what they're doing with the written word anymore. When did U become an acceptable replacement for YOU??)
You're going to kick ass as a freelancer and I can't wait to share stories and experiences with one another. Writers have to stick together!
Kudos to you for doing the freelance think. I know, Kudos are either amazing chocolatey granola bars or a word your grandparents use, but so do I. : )
As a fellow Bostonian trying to find a job. I hate when people ask, so what are you doing in Boston? So far...hanging out. I'm going to start saying, "working on my first memoir and living off savings!" Take that workers of the world.
1-Do not give Pandora $1. Sign up for grooveshark.com Free, unlimited hours, radio feature and you can create your own playlists. Plus, you can follow me. Soumela
2-Another reason not to give Pandora the $1? Wouldn't it be nice to buy some fruit to put in that cottage cheese? lol
3-Tell Joel to bring you leftovers.
4-sorry for basically writing a blog as a comment. Keep up the writing life.
Semela
Grr, I just wrote a really long comment and it disappeared! Here's for attempt #2...
I was just thinking today how much I would love to sit at home and write all day. It may be more because of how much I loathe my current job but one day I wish I could sit in my pjs and write all day. I'll try not to be jealous of you! Best of luck in the freelancing world!
Hey Kate-
Just found your blog while perusing the Boston Writers Meetup page.
Will be back to read some of your posts on my day off.
Until the next time we meet, be well.
MichaelM
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