Canada. Could be a lot better, but I’m happy that we’re not currently doing as badly as they are south of the border.

I’ve been working relatively high-paying precarious positions, but my circumstances have allowed me to build myself a safety net. So even if the government can’t support me should something go wrong, I can support myself, at least for a time.

I currently have enough money to engage in hobbies and socialize. What I’m currently wishing for is more time.

I haven’t had a paid sick day in my life, though I have had a couple “We can’t give you a paid sick day, but we can pay you to do light work from home” in the last couple of years. The last time I had a paid vacation day and a job still lined up was in 2020. Though I do get statutory holidays, so it’s not terrible.

First world problems. Overall, I’m happy with my life. This year, I’m looking to turn my precarious positions into a full-time gig. If that doesn’t work out, I’ll try to turn my side-gig into a full-time thing (and take the pay cut in exchange for life satisfaction). And if neither of those works out, I have my safety net which should be able to carry me through until I can get more contracts. And my partner may be looking at income increases next year, which should make everything easier.

Things haven’t always been this good for me, but I’m happy with where they are and where they’re going.