2. I also have a roommate who shares all her food ever, so I think food-wise I'm good. Really, if I don't get enough work I'll just be dipping into my savings, which I try not to do as I don't have a real retirement plan.

3. The postmistress is very nice! I'm just also waiting on a paycheck that I was told was in the mail 2 weeks ago. I am pursuing that with the employer, so hopefully that's all that is too.