Guess what? I lost my job of 3.5 years yesterday. Pretty crap. I loved my job and I love my ex-co-workers. I worked so so so hard, so I am pretty sad about this turn of events.
Times like this really highlight how being partnered may provide a safety net in the form of a teammate to go through this with, and being unpartnered may not.
All that said, I need a bit of a plan. No time to dilly-dally.
So while I am working myself out this FOURTEEN YEAR OLD blog is going to be my job. I am going to share ideas about how to stay chipper when things are not chipper. That means things to do, positive stories, stay ok mental health tips, music, kindnesses, snacks and more.
Just things that might make you feel a tiny bit better during these non-peachy times. But not twee things. No. More clever, cute, interesting, thoughtful or innovative things. Yes.
I will be back later today with today’s story, so keep your eyes peeled for that!
If you have not lost your job, maybe you can help me a tiny bit while I sort myself out?
I need to pay for my blog hosting ($100) each month to keep this site up. And I also need to pay for my internet ($80). Perhaps you could swing me a contribution towards that? But only if you re in a position to do so. If not that is okay! You can help by reading and sharing my posts. 🙂
My PayPal email address is meetmeatmikes@gmail.com if you are in a position to help me keep the blog up.
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(Clearly I have other things to sort out too, but I just wanted to talk about this blog with the people who have been reading it over the years. I’ll work the other things out somehow, I reckon.)
And you could buy my book, if that sounds like your kind of thing. It’s called When Life Is Not Peachy. You can buy it or order it from anywhere that sells books – Readings, Booktopia, Kmart, Target, BigW, Amazon and more – and I will be paid a royalty (a percentage of the price you paid) in October 2020 or April 2021.
I am hoping to continue with working from home in the future as I have chronic asthma and compromised lungs due to multiple bouts of pneumonia and pleurisy. Don’t want to expose myself to the dastardly bug etc etc. Not being a slack cow, I promise.
x pip
PS – My insomnia tapped me on the shoulder again last night after months apart. Darn. If you are dealing with this too, know that you have a late night buddy in me!
PPS – So many people are in the same boat as me. I am so sorry if that is you or someone you know. Please stay in touch with me through these hard days. We can paddle towards the ‘better days’ finish line together and support one another.
31 Comments
Hi Pip, Seeing these comments about others who have been your readers for 14 years makes my support for less than a week seem inadequate. I stumbled across this blog and since have spent days finding time to read all of your amazing posts. Wishing you the best with health finance and your blog and hope your blog graces me with its presence for many years to come.
Hi Pip, I’ve enjoyed your books and blog/email content for years and think your latest book has been published at the perfect time. So I’ve ordered several copies to send to friends who I know need some of your kind words to help them get through. Hopefully this helps.
Take care xx
Dear Pip, I have been receiving your blog for many years and really enjoy reading it, after being referred by a friend back in 2008ish…. I have recently signed up for your blog course (which I’ve yet to really sink my teeth into) and would love to purchase your book for a friend. I hope these efforts will be of some support to you. As you can read, you have a great fan base of supportive followers cheering you on. Be well! xxx
Dear Pip,
Your book recommendations, reliable recipes, and crafting how-tos are worth the money I have sent. They are probably worth more than that. I hope you can keep your chin up.
Sending you love.
Hi Pip, I’ve been reading your blog for years and love it. I don’t earn much and have temporarily lost three clients, however, I’d be happy to send a small donation your way. I only wish I could afford to give more. Take care during this shitty time. Nicole x
Hey Pip! I’ve been reading your blog for around 8 years I reckon, ever since I bought your Make Hey While the Sun Shines at a bookshop in Leichhardt, Sydney. So much has changed in my life since then, but my admiration of you, your writing and your creativity has not.
And did you know this – I met my now dear friend Carolyn, who also cares for my 1.5 year old, through your blogging course back in 2015. We met up in person in Melbourne after following each other’s blogs and are now good friends IRL. So I have much to thank you for.
It’s financially hard to live a creative life. I have relatively recently turned my back on the salaried world of reliable pay coming in fortnightly for something more creative and uncertain, but at times like this, the financial side of that decision is scary. People think being an artist and a writer is so romantic, but our society doesn’t place much financial value on it, or as much as it might/should/could. Blogs and photography and writing and internet connections and books need to be paid for!
Have sent what I can afford to your account, and hope you can persist through this difficult patch. You’re definitely not alone x love to you and thank you for this wonderful blog
One of the first things I thought of for down time – finally time to learn to crochet. I love your blog and think you’re ace and I’m still working so it’s a no brainer to contribute $$. All
The best
Hi Pip, really sorry to hear this. I’m not in Australia so can’t transfer via bank account, but you’ve given me the push I needed to order your book! Take care of yourself & keep healthy. xx
Hi Pip, thanks so much for your amazing blog that I’ve been reading for years. You uplift and inspire so many people. Keep doing what you do so brilliantly. Sending you something to keep the sunshine going. Keep calm and carry on.
A little bit of help was just deposited. Your blog has bought me much joy. Sending love and support your way. Xxxx
Hi Pip, so sorry to hear about your job. I found your blog when I started learning to crochet and I love your blanket designs. I really enjoy reading your posts and am grateful to be in a position to support what you do. Take care.
So sorry this has happened to you! Sent a little something your way in appreciation for the time and effort you put into your crochet posts which I have used extensively x
This is rubbish, I can’t believe that companies are doing this in these difficult times. Amazingly in England the government has put out grants to cover everyone’s wages up to 80% if they cannot work, and also a three month freeze on mortgages. Your company probably didn’t want to let you go. I am at home on a 12 week self isolation due to a health condition (as determined by the government) so will really be looking forward to reading blogs every day just to keep me going. . Hugs. x
Pip! I am so sad about this. I think you have had enough non-peachy times recently. Don’t need any more xx
Hey – why not join patreon ?
This! It was my first thought
My thought too xxx
Hello Pip, the world is just so uncertain isn’t it? I have just emailed you with a little offer of some assistance. Take care. Jane
Hey Pip,
You are an amazing, creative soul. Your creative books helped me in 2009 (after the arrival of my first bub and subsequent postnatal depression) to teach myself to sew..and then crochet…and stitch…and cross stitch..and be confident to try new things..and to use creativity when I don’t feel great. I will definitely be buying a copy of your last book and will see if I can do more. Sending hugs xx
Thinking of you, Pippin. Stay well <3
I love your blog and your books. As an essential frontline health worker, I’m still getting paid while hoping I don’t get sick. I have a goal of helping where I can including lots of my local businesses. Let’s get through this together.
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I’m so sorry to hear this Pip. It’s a frightening time for a lot of people. I’m a health care worker, but in a specialised area and all our elective cases are cancelled. I’m only casual so no sick leave or holiday pay. A bit unsettling, however let’s take this situation and make it a positive, because there is always a positive. Let’s laugh and love and keep our hearts light and send all that loving energy out to the universe and those who need it. Who knows maybe this virus just needs a little love.
I bought your beautiful book and gave it to my daughter (who cried), I went back to buy 2 more and they had sold out!! I hope this news gives you some happiness.
Love to you in these challenging times xx
hi Pip, that sucks. Your book arrived yesterday so hope that leads to a royalty somewhere down the track. I echo the patreon idea but have chucked something via PayPal just the same. Good luck.
Ahh that sucks , so sorry to hear ! Enjoy reading your kindly upbeat blog, its the news we should be reading .x
Such shitty shitty times Pip. It’s so nice of you to be want to be a beacon of good things for us all.
As of right now I am lucky to still have my job. My days have been reduced but I’m staying positive. I get paid fortnightly so as soon as my pay comes in next week I’d be happy to help you keep this place, & yourself, going.
All my love Pip xx
Hi, have you looked into Patreon? Maybe a way to let people help to support you to keep supporting us with your lovely brain.
Thank you Pip for sharing and thinking of others in this tough time.
This is totally sad! I’m so sorry about your job. Take care and remember to take care of yourself.
Hey Pip, I don’t know what else to say other than I’m feeling it too. After Friday I’ll be out of work. A very strange feeling in uncertain times. Thinking of you.
Hey Pip, is there a bookshop / retailer you could recommend where you are guaranteed to get the most royalties? I live regionally and don’t have a local independent option.
Also like the patreon idea. I’m sure many people who have long enjoyed your wonderful content for free would be happy to give back a little something.
Take care x
I’m wondering about this too Pip…I’d like to buy your book for each of my daughters because I’ve got a feeling, no, I KNOW that their lives (like so many others including their Mum and Dad!) are not going to be peachy for a while.
As buying your book is my way of helping you to keep things here ticking over (and helping my girls of course!) I want as much of my money as possible to go to you – so please let me know and I will buy pronto.
xxx