After getting furloughed in Oct 2008, I got on unemployment while working on my substitute teaching credential... started subbing in Feb 2009, then got a job at Home Depot. While at Home Depot, I worked my butt off for $9.00/hr. The pay was horrendous, and over this last year I was depressed sorta regularly. I would hit a spell of depression at least every other month.

August 2009 I got hired with Ameriflight, and I am just finishing my training.

This last year was so very difficult on myself, and I am very grateful to have a flying job again. I feel bad for all you guys who are still looking... I know what it is like, and it sucks.

Good luck!