I have been on the job hunt for about two weeks now. I have submitted a few applications and am in the process of filling out a few more. I have realized that since I am not tied down to anyone or anywhere, having the flexibility to apply anywhere for a job is very helpful. It is easy to get caught up thinking about living in NY, Iowa, California, Oregon, overseas, etc which makes it hard to focus on cover letters and making them good.
I want to thank those of you who are my references for continuing to fill out reference forms and/or talk to people on the phone!