I need a raise!!

In the current economy getting a raise will be a tough one. Definitely try and get her when she is in a good mood but also out of earshot from your co-workers. List your strengths and how much you contribute to the business (like repeat customers, successful add-on sales like shampoo bottles etc, willingness to work shifts others don't want). Be reasonable and if the reply is negative, don't blow up, simply inquire about the reasons and if she is done listing those calmly point out the things where she might have been wrong. If you can't come up with something or she still doesn't give in, politely thank her and ask her to please reconsider because you think you are definitely worth more than what you are getting paid right now. If she asks how much, go higher than just the $1/hour because she might counter with lower. If she offers you a lower amount from the start try and negotiate higher by thanking her for the consideration, listing your strengths and say that you think you should deserve a higher like $1/hour. If she doesn't move, take what you can get and again thank her. Then go and look for a higher paying position elsewhere. Don't quit and don't push it to the point that she will fire you. Right now there are more people than ever looking for jobs and more people than ever trying to return to the workforce just like you did. It's easier to look for a good fit elsewhere when you still have a job compared to when you don't and desperate to find something new;)