Lost my job yesterday - after 19 yrs

jcc64 wrote: Just wanted to pop in and let you guys know that I just lost my job, which will probably affect my PC habits in some way. I had been at this company since I graduated college in 1987, and management decided to close the doors of the NYC operations do to decreasing market share. (cheap Chinese imports, anyone?) While it is not a complete shock, the manner in which it was done certainly was. I walked in, expecting to work, found some HR guy I had never seen before sitting there with my termination papers (along with all of my co-workers) and now I am unemployed for the first time in my life. This morning I got to fire my faithful babysitter, who has been with me steadfastly since Corey was an infant. That was fun.
And a few minutes ago, I just learned that a very close family friend has an inoperable brain tumor and will be dead within six months. Not having a good day, to say the least.

ashtonsmama replied: I am SO sorry Jeanne.

Sounds like alot to process for one day...I'm so sorry to hear about your job and your friend. They (and you) will definitely be in my prayers. Try to take it easy today and let it all sink in, I'm sure it'll take a little getting used to, and that's hard news about your friend. Again, I'm so so sorry hun.

KingMom replied: Each day it will get better.

My DH had a similar termination a couple of years ago, though he had only been with the company for 5 years. It also made it hard b/c I work there, and still do.

They even did this on his day off, over the phone.

For now, take the unemployment and try to enjoy the time with your children.

luvmykids replied: Oh geez, talk about getting the wind taken out of your sails! I'm so sorry they handled you that way after so many years, and even worse about your friend.

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TheOaf66 replied: very sorry to hear all of that, hope your day gets a little better

~Roo'sMama~ replied: I'm sorry Jeanne, that's horrible. I'll be praying for you, and for your friend too.

DVFlyer replied: Ouch.........

Sorry to hear that. Best of luck.

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mysweetpeasWil&Wes replied: That's awful news...I'm so sorry Jeanne. I know everyone always says this, but FWIW, I'm sure there is something even better waiting out there for you. 19 years is a long time, so I'm sure it is quite a shock to you and is going to take some time to digest. Hang in there...and I'm sorry about your family friend. Hope your day gets better!

Maddie&EthansMom replied: Jeanne I'm so sorry. What a crappy way to 'let go' an employee of 19 years!!

Will you be looking for more work? If so, I hope you find something you enjoy. You shouldn't have any trouble. Hang in there and keep your chin up.

I'll be praying for you and your friend. I'm so sorry to hear this.

CantWait replied: Jeanne, I'm so sorry. Best of luck in finding something else, or even taking time off with the kids. I hope you'll be able to spend some quality time with your family friend before she/he passes.

That sure is a lot to take in at once.

MomToJade&Jordan replied: Oh Jeanne. I'm so sorry hun. After being at that company for so long they should have handled that better. So Much to to take in at once.

1lilpeanut2love replied: I wish you the best. Sorry about your job and the family friend. How sad!

mammag replied: Oh Jeanne! I'm am soooo terribly sorry! I will be praying for you, your family, and for your friend. I wish there was more I could do for you but just know you will be in my thoughts and I hope that maybe this (losing the job) will be the beginning of a new adventure for you.

Halo42101 replied: I'm so sorry. I hope things get better for you.

Sarah&Mackenzie replied: Sorry about all the bad news.

MommyToAshley replied:
I was going to say the exact same thing. I find it hard to believe they would treat you this way after 19 years!

I am so sorry about your friend. I can't imagine what your friend must be feeling /thinking right now. Many prayers and positive thoughts coming your way.

aspenblue1 replied: I am so sorry.

Cece00 replied: I'm so sorry. What a crappy way to treat employees

I hope things get better for you soon.

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mom21kid2dogs replied: So sorry, Jeanne, about all of it!!!

All I can say is if anyone can make lemonade out of lemons~it's you!

Here's hoping for sunnier skies ahead.

gr33n3y3z replied: Hun I'm so sorry to hear all this
I just dont know what to say
And lots of prayers for your family friend and their family

jcc64 replied: Thanks so much for all of your kind words and support! They are both much needed and much appreciated right now!

Boo&BugsMom replied: OMGoodness! I'm so sorry to hear about your troubles. Many prayers for you!

Kaitlin'smom replied: I just dont know what to say, what a crapy way to end 19 years.

and to your friend I am so so sorry.

kimberley replied: oh Jeanne, i am so terribly sorry. my prayers are with you and your family and your friend and their family.

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kit_kats_mom replied: Wow. Way to turn a persons life upside down.

Even though you have been kind of expecting it for awhile now, still...wow. How rude and disrespectful to do it that way. A similar thing happened to my DH but he'd only been there for a couple of years. I can't imagine the conversation that the higher-ups must have had to make the terminations so awful. Were they drunk and playing "what's the most un-professional way we can do this?" I mean geez.

I'm terribly sorry about your friend too. Brain tumors are no fun and an awful way to go. I'll be thinking of you and your familiy and sending all of the hugs and positive thoughts that I can.

Once the initial shock wears off, I'm sure you will make the most of it. DH still treasures those 3 months that he was unemployed. He got to spend so much time enjoying K. Sure, it was hard on the pocketbook but we took the lessons and went on....it's the only thing you can do really.

C&K*s Mommie replied:

Grrr... to them for letting you go that way. You are an intelligent person, and I wish only the best for you at this time.

Many hugs to your friend, I hope you can enjoy these last days with them.

coasterqueen replied: Oh Jeanne...I was praying this wouldn't happen . I am so very sorry. I know you've had time to prepare a bit for the possibility but I'm sure it doesn't make it any easier or less scary. I am so very sorry and please know I am here for you. Please keep in touch if you can.

I am also sorry about your friend. I will keep them in my prayers.

They always say for every good thing that comes to an end one good thing begins..Or something like that. I truly believe this and I know it will happen for you.

Boys r us replied: Oh Jeanne! I am so sorry!
I want to cry for you b/c I know that feeling you have right now! When Rick lost his job I just felt so helpless..it's just a really scary time. Not to mention that on top of this you have to find a way to deal with your emotions regarding the horrible news about someone close to you. I am so very sorry that you're having such a rotten week!

redchief replied: Jeanne, I'm so sorry. Even more I'm sorry about the ripple effect it has caused in your personal life; true proof that no action effects only one. I understand that you have work to do, but please keep us up to date on everything. You've got friends here.

Ashlynn's Mommy replied: I'm so sorry to hear that, I hope it get's better for you soon

LayneesMom replied: I am so sorry to hear about your job and your friend. You and your family will be in our prayers!
God Bless,
Aubree

msoulz replied: Hopefully it's one of those "when a door shuts a window opens" situations and you will look back and be grateful!

That's my wish for you!

zdk753 replied: WOW. That's alot to take in. I am so sorry about your job. I agree that was a crappy way to do it after 19 yrs. Maybe it's a blessing in disguise & something better is headed your way. I am also so sorry to hear about your friend. That's hard. I will be sending prayers for you & her.

luvbug00 replied: I'm soo sorry and it's their loss compleately! And I'm so sorry about your friend many prayers for you and all your loved ones!

jcc64 replied: Much much love to you all! Thanks again! What good friends you all are!

kit_kats_mom replied: I keep thinking about you today. I'm so mad for you. However, I know you will persevere and probably be happier in the end. The fact that you've suspected the end was near with work, had to be stressful. It's time to review those dreams and get to work making one (or more) come true.

One other thing that popped into my mind was that it's too bad that the election rounds aren't going on in full force. It would be nice if you could have the free time to go to some republican rallies and heckle the crap outta "the enemy". I'd love to be watching CNN & see my buddy Jeanne out in the crowd giving them a run for their money.
I hope that made you smile.

My3LilMonkeys replied: I hope things start to look up for you soon.

Jamison'smama replied: Wow Jeanne, that's horrible! What an inconsiderate thing to do. Sending positive thoughts to you on the major life decisions that are before you. I would imagine with your amazing communications skills and your obvious artistic talents, the world is open to you. Best of luck.

Very sorry to hear such an awful thing is happening to your friend.

Nina J replied: I'm sorry

Brias3 replied: Lots of to you today....sounds like you have alot going on today We're hear if you need an ear or just a cheer-up!

My2Beauties replied: Jeanne I had to come back and reply to this because I didn't get a chance to the other day and I started thinking about you. What an awful way to end an employment of 19 years, how terrible of them I had a job do that to me before, went in one day, thought I had a job and boom some HR people were there from California and told me I was laid off But I had only been there 2 years versus your 19 - that's really crappy and I'm so sorry! As far as your family member, I am so sorry Jeanne, my prayers are with you and yours!

amynicole21 replied: Oh crap. Jeanne, I'm so sorry. You must have been stunned. I wish I had something inspiring and comforting to say.

coasterqueen replied:
Ok, even though I'm a Repub I'd LOVE LOVE to see Jeanne do that. She'd do a good job. Just be nice to me Jeanne.

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holley79 replied: I am so sorry. That just stinks.

A&A'smommy replied: OH honey I'm SOOO sorry I missed this!!! I can't believe it.. that is crazy!!!!! that is a horrible way to end 19 years they should have showed some appreciation!!!!

DansMom replied: I've been away from PC for a bit and am just reading this. I'm so sorry, Jeanne---this is unbelievable---that's a lot of bad news.