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Most world economies have plummated in recent times. Nobody is finding it easy these days and the outbreak of pandemics and wars have made matters even worse. The common man now struggle to make ends meet. For those whose salaries are regular it is no longer enough to meet up with the daily expenses and demands. And for those whose own are owed for months, their situation is dire.

Thought times require tough people and approach. Thus, most people have equally found ways to navigate this uncanny waters by adopting the approach called "**side hustle**". 

This in essence could be an established business wherein one falls back after dealing with his main source of income; an art or just leisure activities that fetch a few bucks to augment. 

It therefore becomes expedient to have something to fall back on when one's main source of income is not enough to cater for the daily exigencies. The idea of a **side hustle** should therefore be embraced by all.


**This short story is a five-minute freewrite inspired by the prompt: "side hustle". Join the @freewritehouse community to receive daily prompts, hosted by @mariannewest**