Young Adult
Memoir | Hired as an Information Receptionist | The Library of Congress | II of VI
I maintained my part-time roles at the boutique on Saturday mornings and the restaurant on late Saturday afternoons and Sundays, while also working at the Library of Congress, the James A. Madison Building, Congressional Library, during the weekdays.
By Mia Z. Edwards4 months ago in Chapters
Memoir | Typing Test | The Library of Congress | Part II of VI
My thoughts were consumed by the prospect of securing a full-time job with a steady salary, envisioning the day I could finally move out of my mother’s house in the projects of Washington, D.C. So, when Jim Cohen recommended that I take the upcoming typing test at the Library of Congress, it filled me with hope for the chance to land a permanent position.
By Mia Z. Edwards4 months ago in Chapters
Memoir | Job Hunt | Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. | Part II of VI
Having had a meeting with Mr. Cohen the day before, I embarked on my job search in the Capitol Hill section of the iconic Pennsylvania Avenue, a stretch that extends from Capitol Hill to downtown Washington, D.C. This part of the Avenue, near the Library of Congress James A. Madison Building, was home to two restaurants and bars, a women’s fashion boutique, a bank, a health food store, and a small grocery market. Street vendors also lined up this part of the sidewalk.
By Mia Z. Edwards4 months ago in Chapters
Ch 2~ Settling In
Frannie tried to listen as it was explained; she did, but everything after adoption was a bit of a blur. Smiling and nodding, holding herself together just long enough to get to her bedroom, as soon as Gerdie closed the doors behind her, Frannie finally broke down into bawling tears. It was all too much for her.
By K.B. Silver 4 months ago in Chapters
Memoir | Mentor Mr. Cohen | The U.S. House of Representatives, The Rayburn House Office Building| Part II of VI
I met with Jim Cohen, a Human Resources expert at the U.S. House of Representatives at the Rayburn House Office Building. Our discussion occurred in the Personnel Office, where I sought his guidance on potential paid job opportunities.
By Mia Z. Edwards4 months ago in Chapters
The Girl Between Worlds
Chapter 1: The Crossing The shimmer between worlds felt like stepping through liquid starlight. Seven-year-old Kira pressed her small hands against the veil, her silver hair whipping around her face as the astral winds howled behind her. The Shadow Hunters' screams echoed through the crystalline spires of her home realm, growing closer with each heartbeat.
By Parsley Rose 4 months ago in Chapters
Memoir | Volunteer Work Experience | The U.S. House of Representatives, The Rayburn House Office Building | Part II of VI
Upon completing my temporary job at the U.S. Supreme Court on Capitol Hill, I decided to apply for a job position at the Personnel Office in the U.S. House of Representatives, the Rayburn House Office Building (RHOB), on Capitol Hill.
By Mia Z. Edwards4 months ago in Chapters
Memoir | Hired as a Messenger | The U.S. Supreme Court | Part II of VI
Once I passed through the rigorous security screening at the Supreme Court entrance, I found myself sitting in the waiting area. I was enveloped by an atmosphere of eager anticipation as I prepared for my upcoming job interview.
By Mia Z. Edwards4 months ago in Chapters
