So, How Is The Economy Treating Everyone?

I somehow thought I would live a better life on the East Coast and moved to New Jersey last summer (with my brother). Then, I had a MAJOR job offer back in LA. I came back and the contract was different from the verbal offer, so I headed back to Jersey. Keep in mind, I drove from California all the way over there! I was offered a marketing position in Jersey, which I enjoyed. Because of the economy, we went out of business. Realizing that I would have to make a lot more money to live comfortably in New York City and the fact that New Jersey really is worse than its reputation, I put the dog in the car and drove back to LA. The job market out here is really bad. I've only been out here for two weeks but it's easy to get down. I've actually degraded myself to posting on Craigslist offering dog walking services. What's even worse? I was turned down by two people already. LOL! There is no great public transportation system here, so you really need to drive a lot. Gas prices are now $4.60 a gallon! Anyway, have other Oakviewers been laid off recently? What are you doing to survive? Are you taking odd jobs you never thought you'd take? Share your experiences. And if you are in the LA area send me an email - ph6138@aol.com