How many have learned a language they hated just to get a job? 
makecheck: Learning a language you hate takes you very close to hating the entire job, which is no way to work.  Never settle for that, life is too short.Keep working on side projects that do interest you, and make them public, so that it's always easy to show prospective employers what you can really do.  Spend your time boosting your skills and having fun, even if your first actual income comes from something completely different, like mowing lawns.One thing about programming is that it can be done from anywhere; try applying for a job that's outside your local area, and see if there are any that allow remote work.  Some companies won't offer this unless you have years of experience, but some might do it anyway; it all depends on how good they think you are.