@creative_writer I don't have an option, I have to find work so I can pay my mortgage. My parents help out when they can but they aren't in a position to support me and as a woman in her 50's I should be supporting myself.

If I had the choice I would do volunteer work. I'd been doing one form or other of volunteer work for the past 25 years until last year. 

I have an appointment with a job services agency on Monday and I am going to make them work for their bonus. I've been applying for positions but not getting responses.

As @Birdofparadise8 knows, it's difficult finding work at this time of year. 

I hope it's not too uncomfortable under your blanket, summer is not kind to those of us who need hiding places under the covers. 🫂