Morning Routine and Upwork Job Search Challenges
rswfire describes his Wednesday morning routine at 3:30 PM, including weed whacking fields, sweeping asphalt areas for himself and his neighbor, and doing rounds at what appears to be an ATV campground where he works as a volunteer. He stayed up until 4-5 AM programming, continuing an old pattern, and got minimal sleep.
**Upwork Job Search Issues:** He created four videos yesterday showcasing his programming projects and history to build his Upwork profile. Despite bidding on five jobs, none have been opened by employers yet, which he finds unusual and potentially suspicious. He's concerned about Upwork's token system that charges for each job application, making it costly if employers aren't viewing proposals.
**Future Plans:** His boss offered him options to work at different campgrounds next summer - two seasonal locations he's interested in that would allow exploration during off-seasons. He's considering this path rather than staying at the current ATV campground year-round.
**RV Financial Crisis:** He's facing potential repossession of his RV and contacted the bank asking how to return it safely, but they refused to answer. He discovered his Jeep can only tow 2,000 lbs (not 3,500 as he thought), severely limiting replacement options. He's uncertain if he could continue volunteering without the RV.
**Personal Updates:** He plans to shave off all his hair due to management difficulties and lack of access to a hairstylist. He's using a folding phone his mother sent after he broke his phone in January. The transmission ends with his plan to shower, work on computer projects, and go to bed early.
Jul 23, 2025
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Oregon Dunes > Driftwood II
43.88200, -124.14623
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