Yeah, half the art of juggling is a steady line of banter. It gives the audience the feeling that you are relaxed and confident which is contagious.
The bright spot is with so many people in a bind now, in the future any blemishes on your credit rating will be forgiven more readily.
You're right though, getting a job looks like a better prospect than hitting the lottery, or finding a cure for cancer in the kitchen sink. This is another bump in the road. Your woman loves you, your dog loves you, we love you, you'll be ok.