Today is a BAD day...

[ariesfl326]

Today my boyfriend (we live together with my daughter) found out he will be out of work as of November 5th. Since we work together that means I'm at risk as well. We can manage on my salary alone although it will be tough; won't be buying as many digi kits. However, if I am laid off also we will be in big trouble!! That's the world of working in the IT field I guess...lots of layoffs every year. Pls send prayers and positive thoughts...I could really use them today.

Also, it was a total of 5 of my co-workers let go so it's a somber mood in this place right now. bummer.

Thanks everyone!

[jaylensmom]

I was in the same situation a year ago...I was actually out of work for 10 months which in my case wasn't too bad...I worked for Enron when they went bankrupt so it taught me to make sure I have $$$ in the bank just in case...If possible I say start preparing now...Save a few extra dollars if possible...Make sure to visit the doctor, dentist, ect. I will definitely keep you in my thoughts and prayers...

[Shawna Clingerman]

Oh Debbie! Hugs! That is a rough day hang in there!!

[MamaBee]

oh no!! I know all too well about jobs in IT... I went through two massive layouts in my IT sector of the company a few years back... you would think that there is no more they can cut!

Sending prayers/PT that your job is safe and your boyfriend can find another position quickly!

[profiler_mar]

P's & PT's to you and your boyfriend! Good luck!

[CA Dreamer]

So sorry. That is awful. I hate the 'black' days where they lay people off. Glad they are giving a little notice though. I hope your job remains safe.

[nun69]

so sorry...sending postive thoughts your way!

[Lauramarie]

(((hugs)))) sorry to hear this and hope you keep your job!

[lovely1m]

Oh, I am so sorry to hear that. I hope your job is still safe.

[breakingbrie]

Sending lots of pts!!! Hope your job is safe, and you can make it through until your boyfriend finds something else!!

[ariesfl326]

I had a late meeting today and found out that I'm SAFE for now so woo hoo there. Also there is a job opening my boyfriend can apply for come Monday. Once again keeping fingers crossed and putting out positive thoughts/prayers to the universe.

Thanks everyone for the kind words...it really does help to know we aren't alone in our struggles. Y'all are the best! {hugs}

[4noisyboys]

I'm glad your job is safe right now Debbie. Best of luck to your bf on this new job opening he'll be applying for too.

I know how hard this is. My dh was out of work for 7 months. It was really tough and right now he is working up in Alaska while we are in California, but like I tell him...it's work! Thankful for work wherever we can find it!!

[schock77]

Sending P&PTs your way! Job security is hard to come by these days...

[scrappurple]

my dh is IT too and was laid off last year. I feel your pain. God did provide and he now has a better job and he loves it.

[DawnMarch]

Hugs! I know how that job insecurity feels. Sending P&PT your way!

[Gemma]

Originally Posted by ariesfl326

I had a late meeting today and found out that I'm SAFE for now so woo hoo there. Also there is a job opening my boyfriend can apply for come Monday. Once again keeping fingers crossed and putting out positive thoughts/prayers to the universe.

Good news about your job being safe! I'll keep my fingers crossed for the job opening on Monday!

[DeepGirl]

Originally Posted by ariesfl326

I had a late meeting today and found out that I'm SAFE for now so woo hoo there. Also there is a job opening my boyfriend can apply for come Monday. Once again keeping fingers crossed and putting out positive thoughts/prayers to the universe.

Great to hear this! Good luck, Debbie!!! Keepin' my fingers crossed for your BF!

[Penny Springmann]

Debbie, keeping you in my thoughts! I hope your BF gets the new job!