There is light at the end of every tunnel

Every disappointment is a blessing; this profound statement aligns deeply with my life experience. It was in 2011 when I was employed in the Ogun state sector of education in Nigeria, only to confront a harsh reality: we were informed that we would have to work for six months before earning our salaries. This was a difficult pill to swallow, especially since I had invested all my savings into securing this job. The anticipation of receiving my first pay after half a year of work grew heavier, particularly for those of us who were posted in a far place and had wasted so much on transportation and accommodations. It was horrible!

After five months and three weeks of hard work, the moment we had all been waiting for arrived, we were on the brink of receiving our salaries. However, this excitement was abolished when a new governor assumed office and made the shocking decision to terminate all the appointments😭 This decision affected countless individuals, leaving us without consideration or recourse. The emotions that followed were overwhelming as I, along with many others, were cast aside after investing so much effort and hope into our roles🤔

To think I had waited for four years without a job was a bleak and challenging time in my life. I have been on the Job hunting without
any positive results, every day was a haunting daily routine, filled with endless rejection, frustration, and despair. Friends and family unintentionally added to the pain, often mocking my situation or questioning whether I was genuinely putting in the effort to find work. These inquiries, while perhaps well-meaning, intensified my feelings and made me feel worthless at times🥲

The struggle was indeed not pleasant as many of my peers suffered severe emotional distress; some fainted, others broke down in tears, and a few even ended up in the hospital. The weight of disappointment hung heavy in the air, as we collectively reached a state of hopelessness. I locked up myself for days while I wept and contemplated how I would manage to start over. It was a sad experience when you have been going to work and all of a sudden it stopped without hope🤔

Despite the sadness, one fateful day, I resolved to embrace a new beginning. With nothing left to lose, I decided to throw myself back into the job search. While tuning into the news, I learned that the Lagos State government was conducting recruitment, and I felt an unexpected spark of hope. Without hesitation, I applied, attended the written examination, and successfully made it through to the next stage: the interview process.

What a wait it was, as we were in the dark for a full year before the final results were released. I almost lost hope. However, when the moment finally arrived, my heart soared for joy, and I found my name listed as the second successful candidate out of 200 participants! My persistence had paid off, and God had singled me out among many applicants as a computer science student. What a miracle!

Upon receiving my job offer, I felt a profound sense of relief and newfound purpose. Memories of waiting six months to receive my previous salary resurfaced, but this time, the circumstances were drastically different. I was pleased to discover that I would receive my salary in my first month of employment, and it was even double what my previous employer had promised.

Reflecting deeply on this journey, I truly believe that every disappointment can lead to undeniable blessings. The trials I endured, though painful, forged resilience within me and paved the way for a more promising future.
Ogun State disappointed my sweat but Lagos State wiped away my tears and gave me the increase👌

My response to the #SciFiMultiverse writing contest on the topic: Disappointment

The images are mine.

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