Thankful Thursday

December 16, 2010

Thankful Thursday

I think it’s time to do this again. See, my job was eliminated. Not fun, but I’m at the stage now where I’m thankful it happened, because:

1) Much less stress. The old job was changing and had become a bad fit, and now it’s OVER.

2) I qualify for unemployment.

3) …also, we have money saved. I’m touching wood as I type this, but we’re okay for a while.

4) …and, really? I didn’t want that job anymore anyway. I started looking for a new job, sporadically—like once a month—in June. Maybe if I’d rolled faster with the changes I’d still be there, but the “not wanting the job anymore” was a big part of why I didn’t roll with the changes well. I didn’t mean to be obstructionist, but I became obstructionist because I didn’t want to do heavy lifting to change a job I didn’t want. It became a negative spiral that I’m glad I’m not in anymore.

5) Finally, I’ve been able to enjoy the time I spend with the man of the house more. His support has really helped.

I’m also thankful that my blue blazer I got 5 or 6 years ago still fits and looks great with various tops. ;) I’ve had a few interviews, but no offers yet.

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15 responses to “Thankful Thursday”

Phyllis Jeans

December 17, 2010 at 12:27 am

You just keep in there girl. Something will come up when you about give up hope. It always does. I wish I knew how many times in my 60years I have given up hope and then whatever I needed came through. I once said I was never going to find a man to marry and within a couple of months, I was married. Maybe that wasn’t the best example……. Good luck Hon.

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1. Living 400lbs
  
  December 17, 2010 at 10:40 am
  
  Heehee! Thanks for the chuckle and the good wishes ;)
  
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fatwaitress

December 17, 2010 at 1:02 am

I have always believed that everything happens for a reason. Sometimes the path we are forced to go down just sucks sometimes. Good things always come back around.

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1. Living 400lbs
  
  December 17, 2010 at 10:50 am
  
  Thank you. I am definitely trying to go forward to something cool and not just run away from the bad.
  
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spoonfork38

December 17, 2010 at 3:43 am

This is why I look up to you—you can make almost anything into a Thankful Thursday!

Best wishes for finding an employer who will understand and appreciate what kind of spectacular employee s/he will be hiring!

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1. Living 400lbs
  
  December 17, 2010 at 10:43 am
  
  It didn’t hurt that the week I was asked to leave, I was scheduled for 50 hours of work and Friday was supposed to be an all-day company meeting. Suddenly a marathon “week from hell” … was time alone to deal. ;)
  
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Tehomet

December 17, 2010 at 4:06 am

Sorry to hear that, although glad to hear that, judging from your list, you’re far from heart-broken about it, thankfully!

Best wishes with the job seeking. Your next employer will be lucky to have you.

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1. Living 400lbs
  
  December 17, 2010 at 10:52 am
  
  Thank you. Honestly, I’d have quit ages ago if it weren’t for not wanting to have to use my savings to live on. But savings are there for a reason, and this IS the reason…
  
  (Unemployment covers mortgage, COBRA, and a few other bills. The rest is being paid for from savings. Fortunately we HAVE savings to last us a while.)
  
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Nicole

December 17, 2010 at 1:25 pm

Sorry to hear about the job loss, but it sounds like it is for the best. I hope you find something soon, and that when you do, it’s awesome!

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1. Living 400lbs
  
  December 17, 2010 at 3:25 pm
  
  Thank you!
  
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Constance

December 17, 2010 at 5:51 pm

I know how being “let go” can be such a relief sometimes (in all kinds of relationships, not just work). I am bolstered by your positive approach and I am glad you have the means to take the time to find a good fit… Best wishes!

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1. Living 400lbs
  
  December 18, 2010 at 12:30 pm
  
  Yes, it’s weird how work can be like other relationships. I’ve been looking at temp gigs as well as fulltime — fulltime is better for benefits, but temping is really appealing because I feel like I’ve just left a 5-year “marriage” and darn it, dating would be nice. ;)
  
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Regina T

December 18, 2010 at 3:34 pm

Sorry you were let go….but you have such a great perspective on how this job impacted you mentally and that’s definitely a good thing! Im glad you have the savings to weather the time between jobs. Good luck on your search…..the “consultant” route has its advantages. Hubby did that for a number of years and he learned a lot from it. Usuallly, when the company is paying for a consultant, they give you the most creative opportunities within the company, which often meant the newest technology/development tasks (he was a software dev guy-still is at times). He learned more doing those roles than any permanent position he’s had.
Best of luck to you!

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  December 19, 2010 at 11:01 am
  
  Thanks, Regina :)
  
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