Laid off.....

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Registered: 07-02-2008
Laid off.....
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Tue, 05-26-2009 - 3:08pm

Happened Thurs afternoon. Came as a shock I will admit only because I was part time and didn't think I made a lot of $$ to cost the company. But, it IS a real estate company (commercial) and I know/knew they were suffering. Myself and another girl (full time) got laid off.


I was upset at first - mostly because I've been there 8 years and hate change. And because I've made a lot of friendships / work friends that I hate to see end. I am ok with not having to drive an hour to work and back home.


I found out I am going to make a very good amount of my salary for unemployement. And I still have my 2nd part time night job. We will be ok financially but I know this will slow our debt repayment a little. I guess it was a blessing my MIL paid off my DH's car as a gift......things DO happen for a reason in life!


I am planning on searching for jobs but fully enjoying the summer off with my two young kids. SIgh.....but I won't be posting as often. My home computer isn't the best and I will get to the library when I can to post/check in.


Wanted to say thanks for all for the great support thus far. UNEMPLOYMENT WILL NOT ADD TO MY DEBT! Of this I am certain.


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Registered: 11-14-2008
In reply to: beepsmomx2
Tue, 05-26-2009 - 3:32pm

So sorry to hear this. Getting laid off is no fun no matter how you look at it. I hope you find something closer to home after the summer. Enjoy those kids!



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Registered: 10-01-2008
In reply to: beepsmomx2
Tue, 05-26-2009 - 3:48pm

I hope you can fully enjoy your summer with the kids.

Norma


"Patience is the best remedy for every trouble"- Plautus


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Registered: 08-24-2007
In reply to: beepsmomx2
Wed, 05-27-2009 - 7:24am

Sorry to hear that you got laid off.

Kate


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Registered: 11-17-2007
In reply to: beepsmomx2
Wed, 05-27-2009 - 8:15am

Sorry about the lay off. Just keep your eyes open during the summer and maybe something will come your way in a new and interesting job. Or the old one will call you back by fall. People on TV are saying that things are starting to pick up.


Mary Ann