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I should probably fill in the details about myself for anyone who reads this that doesn't know me personally. Might be a good idea...

I graduated three months ago from a small liberal arts college with a BA in Political Science and a double major in Communications (concentration: Theatre Studies). I currently live with my parents in Muskegon, MI. They have been extremely generous and gracious, and are alright with me living at home for the time being. They thankfully understand the predicament all people my age seem to be in (thanks Mom and Dad!). I am currently employed by a great couple at one of their golf courses, as well as a small antique and furniture shop they own (approx.30 hours a week), and I also put in 8-10 hours a week at an unpaid internship at the community foundation downtown, where I've been involved since high school on the Youth Advisory Council (a grant-making committee and fund advised by high school students), the Board of Trustees, and as a temporary secretary.

However, that "professional" job still continues to elude me. I've applied for a countless number of jobs and have only had a handful of interviews, none of which have led to anything permanent. So the search continues...

That topic will certainly be elaborated upon in future posts.

Anecdote of the evening:
I recieved an e-mail from my favorite theater professor, Stephen, this evening with a job posting for an theater education apprenticeship in Conneticut. As I read the heading on the post, I thought, "Hmm... this sounds familiar." I opened up the folder on my computer titled "JOB SEARCH" and clicked another folder open. Yep. Right there. A cover letter for the same exact position, dated April 5, 2009. I had ALREADY APPLIED for this position this past spring, and had never gotten a reply, yay or nay, even after I submitted the required documents and talked to two seperate people in the office.

The position was posted on August 21st. Today is August 23rd. The apprenticeship starts September 8th. I was faced with a dilemma: apply again for this position? Because the turnaround is so quick, I might have a shot. Or let it go by, afraid of rejection again?

As I pondered, frustrated by the irony of this position was coming across my path again, I glanced at the original cover letter and realized how bland it was. No wonder I hadn't gotten a response! While well written, it was just... boring.

Armed with three more months of experience and wisdom, as well as an evolved and better-stocked theater resume from my summer activities, I decided to apply again for the position. I should be able to e-mail the application in tomorrow. I'm crossing my fingers...

More to come tomorrow...