I lost my job on November 14, 2016. It was my first post-college job, where I was a copywriter at Belk headquarters. Eight hours a day were spent constructing captions for online products. Things like, “Infuse your wardrobe with Mediterranean flair. Inspired by lush sunsets and craggy seas, this free-flowing dress is perfect for a warm night out. Pair it with c
hunky wedges for a finish that’s casually bold.” While it was an excellent first job and I was grateful to have it, the monotony was often maddening. Continue reading