My task, is to find the door that will open. My position is eliminated as of March 6th. While the last couple years have been difficult ones, the organization has been a big part of my life for almost 22 years. I feel like part of me has been severed. Yet, there are many positive things to focus on. Wayne's job is going well; I have a 180 day bridge period during which if I can get into another position there, I maintain my seniority; I recieved an 8 wk severence package and have about 6 hours of accumulated PTO time that will be paid out; and many managers and directors are going to keep their eye, ears, and minds open on my behalf. Then, as I would guess Jodi found, when one door closes, another opens.
The reality is that while there is much to be positive about, my eyes have been "leaking" and occaisionally the dam bursts; nights have been full of tossing and turning. I expect that next Thursday will be the worst as I walk out for the last time. Then, I will appreciate being home with the kids more and will wonder how I will find time to start working again :).
-b
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WOW! I'm so sorry to hear that! My tears have started just thinking about how you are feeling! I remember when you had just moved to St. Louis Park and I couldn't remember your new number, I would wait until you got to work, since that number was locked into my memory! Didn't Wayne bring everyone of your babies to that hospital so you could feed them? It is such a blessing that Wayne was able to get that job and be working for awhile before this happened! Another door will open!! But during this time, my arms are wrapped around you giving you hugs!
~jen~
I have tears while reading this.
You are diffently in our thoughts
and prayers. Perhaps on more consideration the full time might
work. Only how many weeks of
school left? But I'm a poor one to
give advice of anykind. After all
when Kathryn goes to KK, that's school every other day so that isn't easy either. ~mom~
I'm so sorry to hear your terrible news. With your skills and flexibility and drive other doors will open and it sounds like you're on the look-out for things you may not have even recognized as doors before.
This recession is hitting way too close to home and it sure gives everybody that's still working a new appreciation for their jobs.
Stay strong.
e.
Doors do close and new ones do open. Some doors are simply rusty at the hinges and refuse to budge for awhile but hang in there Becky. I always seem to think that there is a plan and a reason for the burdens we carry in our life. It is so difficult to lose a job but even harder to lose ones career. It becomes a huge part of your life and brings a sense of comfort and security. The friends you make along the way become family. Yes I do know what you are going through and I am very sad for you but there is a plan and things work out somehow, someway, someday. Take a deep breath and enjoy your time with the kids. Opportunity does knock...you just need to answer the door (smiles)!
Love you!
Farmington Jo
Thanks to all of you for your support and encouraging words!
-b
I read that, just shaking my head... Kinda sad... 22 years and snip!
I wasn't going to add a reply here, because there isn't really much to say, but since I'm just a big mouth anyway, here is a comment!
I would strongly suggest that... err I'd recomend... hmm If I was in your shoes, I'd use..
If I was in your place, I'd use those 8 weeks and 6 hours to find another job... The sooner the better. (find one tomorrow, and put the remainder of the 8 weeks and 6 hours under the mattress, for when things get bad) I wouldn't count too hard on Waynes being very safe. As we come into summer, jobs are going to get harder and harder to find, and I'd bet the lint in my pocket, that by the upcoming fall, unemployment numbers will be staggering.
In the past, it was common for the local law enforcement agencies to receive 200 - 400 applications... for one position. I think by next fall, people in the private sector will be wishing that the odds were half that promising.
I usually have a pretty positive outlook on the economy, and natural cycles, but right now, we are just experiencing a cloud. There is an eclipse beyond the cloud... and grim is on the horizon.
Hard to find anything concrete right now, as 22 years shows. But right now is the time to dig your way into something, tighten up a belt, and put a shoulder to the wind. (what to dig into? heh good luck! Used to be healthcare..)
Hows that for a happy-go-lucky comment?
Charlie
Did you come up with all of that yourself or are you paraphrasing a little? If you did, wow! Hang in there Becky, I've been wondering who would be the next family member to be misplaced in employment, sorry it happened, but it was bound to. Best wishes for your job hunt. My advice is don't be too picky, anything at all is better than nothing and might be all that can be found right now anyway. The next couple years will be rough for everyone. #9
#9, if you were refering to me, no.. heh no paraphrasing going on. Its been a main topic of discussion with almost every business owner I know for going on a year now...
I agree though, speed is more important than quality at the moment ;-)
Charlie
Becky:
Have you considered a federal job? It's no news that the federal government is hiring like crazy. With the stimulous money floating through the government they may the be the only ones hiring these days.
Website is below if you are interested.
Good luck to you in whatever you decide. I know the anguish of losing a job and the rise in blood pressure :)
Just wanted to pass this along. Actually, anyone looking for a job can use this website and search by state.
http://jobs.faa.gov/Allfaajobs.htm
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