My mom got in a car accident a long time ago so she can’t get a job. My dad just got laid off for 3 weeks!! I NEED A JOB!! I am desperate for one. My sister and I do lawn care and stuff, but people rarely call us. I’ve looked online and everything said you should be at least 14. I’m one month shy of 13! They also said it depends on where you live. It’s making me SO mad. PLEASE…HELP!!

-Anonymous

Whoa there girly, sounds like you’ve got a lot going on!  The first step I’m going to need you to do is go into your room, lock the door and take a big, loud scream into your pillow.  Feel better? Okay, let’s get started.

Since you may not be able to get a “real job,” ask your neighbors if you can baby-sit their kids or help out with some chores for a low cost, around $5 to $8 an hour.  Also, you may want to try advertising your lawn care service by posting flyers around your neighborhoods and making business cards to give to your neighbors.

You’re a strong and smart girl. Remember, that Kanye song?  That which doesn’t kill you, will only make you stronger.  And trust me, it may seem like the end of the world, but you will become a better person because of all of this.