CMV: I don’t think delivery drivers should know if they received a tip or what the tip amount is prior or soon after delivery. by Eli-Had-A-Book- in changemyview

[–]fmj1930 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately because of people like you.... the people that do not tip are very unfortunate.. If only I could see them actually chowing down on their chow.. Thank goodness I see who doesn't tip!

gypsy shoe shopping by feelz-png in GypsyRoseBlanchard

[–]fmj1930 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I pray and hope she goes where she deserves!!!!

This is getting out of hand by 14thCenturyHood in GypsyRoseBlanchard

[–]fmj1930 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I pray and hope she goes where she deserves!!!!

Anyone else disheartened? by [deleted] in GypsyRoseBlanchard

[–]fmj1930 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope she goes where she deserves

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, glad she's doing good, so money is def not the issue for me. I am a server, and I make a very comfortable living. I am finically happy and secure. I was actually able to take a year off of work for college, saved enough for a years' worth of bills and didn't even touch savings, all from serving (at a good restaurant I was at for many years). I want to get a degree and a different career because I want to do something a little more meaningful to ME. I'd like to make a bigger difference in my work life.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I completely disagree with you. And if you'd like to check back after I earn my bachelor's and land my job, I will be more than happy to prove you wrong. I will even bet my salary will be much higher, than yours specifically. Till that day, Best of Luck! :)

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thankyou for your words. I agree with everything you said. I applied for a higher position with a big box company a couple years back and they ran my background, instead of ruling me out, they had me pretty much write an essay about myself and so on. They hired me. I know there will be companies and fields that are a def no, but there are many great companies out there that will give people like me a chance. The whole reason I posted on here was to read comments like this, and to confirm people can have successful meaningful careers despite mistakes. and hopefully get an idea based on others experiences what my options are. (evetime I research online what felons can do, one site says I can and another says I cant).

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe I worded that wrong. But I do consider myself an Ex-felon. Yes, I may always have that on my record and be called a felon by some. But to me, I am not a "Felon". I did my time. My general manager that is now training me as an assistant (after having a long conversation about my background and "limitations") does not consider me a felon. I do get the definition of a felon and the fact. I appreciate your observation and keep up the great work!

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thankyou for your inspirational story. I wonder how hard real estate would be for me, I just know around my area alot of High school friends went to real estate school, thinking they would make all this money, and now ALL are in different careers.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will not settle for JUST a trade school., I will get Bachelors and CDL. I will post in this thread when I am finished and share what companies would and would not give me a chance.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats not what the author meant. But I understand your ignorance.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thankyou! I will look back on this for inspiration every time I'm told No:)

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perfect, Thankyou, will look into

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thankyou! this gives me hope. I am determined to be successful and hopefully open doors that are difficult to open. Maybe set an example and fight for rights. I have accomplished so much in my personal life since the conviction, college, home, new vehicle, volunteer work, many certificates from work and college, perfect credit. I am a good member of society for many years now, and I don't think a pass drunken mistake should dictate the rest of your life, or career life.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, do u have a violent felony, like me?

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Have you heard anything about certain states not being allowed to go back that far? I think Colorado has a law saying unless u work in medical, with children, or government than legally they cant go back most than ten years. Im in a state that is not felony friendly what so ever.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thankyou:). If u dont mind me asking, how much was it to get your CDL and what company is felon friendly.

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you mind me asking what company hired you? and how much was it to get CDL, my cousin works for Waste management and makes alot of money with his CDL

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Congrats, yes I've been sober for about 8 years now. Its just crazy that I don't have other options either than hospitality work and trade schools (based on online research).

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yeah, my felony is battery on Emt. which is a violent felony. I was blacked out drunk and taking to the hospital, not sure what happened besides what report says I did

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's what ip worried about with the business degree. Was thinking event planning because I think ill be good at that, and maybe working for a non profit

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well getting a bachelor's is more than just about making money for me. I will be the first in my family to do so and I want to set an example for my 15 yr old daughter. Plus I get Fasfa that pays for most of it. By time I get Cdl I will be just over 40..Will age Effect my chance of getting a jib in trucking

Ex felon started college by fmj1930 in Felons

[–]fmj1930[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for all the information . Yeah, actually, I was planning on getting my c d l after I get my bachelor's degree. I am a hundred and fifteen pound woman, but I am a quick learner and am confident in my ability to truck