Im leaving Target
I am leaving Target soon. I had a major crisis when I realized that I wasn't as important as I used to think, and that's fine. I have to embrace the fact that sometimes it's better to leave, despite the Karens, despite being paid like shit, and despite the double-tap orders and the microaggressiveness. I had some good moments; my first job when I came to this country, I was a janitor and dishwasher while I was in high school. And working at a target provided me the opportunity to improve speaking skills and become more confident and sociable. It wasn't as lonely as life used to be. I have done everything for this company; I worked for three months while I was homeless. I've been working for almost 2 years; I have to let go. It was nice while it lasted. I had some positive moments too; it was nice talking to my coworkers. It was enjoyable having someone to talk to. I don't really have many friends, but I tried to be more social and a better person. I haven't found a job yet; I'm going to use all my sick hours before quitting. I recommend you do the same. I'm overworked, underpaid, and never appreciated no matter how much I do; it was never reciprocal, you know? I know that is mostly true for any job, but I've been asked for help when there is another coworker available; no one works as hard as I do, and that's fine. I wonder if I will be missed. A part of me hopes that I will be missed, but honestly, I probably would not. I'm going to miss petting dogs at the drive-up, giving stickers to children, or my coworker's smile (God, she is so pretty; it is a pity she likes someone else), but I have to move on. Fuck the leaders that take away the fun, fuck people that return clothes that smell like shit, and fuck devices; they never work. Either the laser is not working or it is not scanning or there are other technical difficulties. I almost got hit by a car multiple times. I got shopping carts under the rain; I took shorter breaks just to help during busy times, and they never seemed to notice or care, but every time I have made a mistake, they are not reluctant to tell me.
THE FUN IS GONE.
To all of you that are staying at Target, stay strong, keep up the teamwork, and smile even in the midst of chaos.