Good for you -- getting up and jumping into job and living sitch!
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree? Depending on the state, you could probably substitute teach if you have a four year degree. I don't know if that interests you at all, but it's usually decent pay -- about $25/hr. here in Wisconsin. School will be starting soon -- just a thought. It's also flexible enough that if you're interviewing, you could easily take a day off, etc.
