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Lost my job today. I need a hug. (Original Post) sheshe2 May 2016 OP
Here's a big one JustAnotherGen May 2016 #1
Love you JAG! sheshe2 May 2016 #4
Ill ask questions tomorrow JustAnotherGen May 2016 #7
Hmmmm... sheshe2 May 2016 #12
Mercy! shenmue May 2016 #2
Sorry to hear. joshcryer May 2016 #3
Oh damn She, hugs from me. gwheezie May 2016 #5
Hey gwheezie. sheshe2 May 2016 #30
I know I'm 66 and my coworkers are 70 and 72 gwheezie May 2016 #50
Oh, Sorry to hear that. BootinUp May 2016 #6
Aw, rats. JohnnyLib2 May 2016 #8
When one door closes,another one shall open musicman65 May 2016 #9
Here's a hug jehop61 May 2016 #10
Love ya, hugs and kisses! Iliyah May 2016 #11
Oh, sheshe Haveadream May 2016 #13
That is the sweetest hug. sheshe2 May 2016 #17
I'm so sorry. skylucy May 2016 #14
Awww, She, I'm so sorry lunamagica May 2016 #15
This too shall pass. SunSeeker May 2016 #16
You got it mcar May 2016 #18
I'm so sorry sheshe2. Big hug and positive thoughts for you. livetohike May 2016 #19
Lots of hugs from Florida radical noodle May 2016 #20
A big ol buttery 'biscuit' hug for you! You will be OK. fleabiscuit May 2016 #21
. ismnotwasm May 2016 #22
Hang in there. KewlKat May 2016 #23
It's their loss, she! yallerdawg May 2016 #24
Oh no, sheshe2! LisaM May 2016 #25
Wish this hadn't happened sheshe2 Loki May 2016 #26
Not really a hugger, but what the hell!! Bleacher Creature May 2016 #27
Another door will open WhiteTara May 2016 #28
So Sorry otohara May 2016 #29
So sorry to read this. wisteria May 2016 #31
That sucks. I am babylonsister May 2016 #32
I'm sorry that this happened to you. TexasTowelie May 2016 #33
Bummage! madamesilverspurs May 2016 #34
Well this was not fun to read! Sheshe I'm so sorry to hear this! Firebrand Gary May 2016 #35
So sorry to hear, wishing you well, not an easy moment for you. Thinkingabout May 2016 #36
So sorry liberal N proud May 2016 #37
Hugs for you Gman May 2016 #38
... handmade34 May 2016 #39
Aww... sheshe... Aristus May 2016 #40
You've got them... brer cat May 2016 #41
Hugs from Oklahoma! redstatebluegirl May 2016 #42
Here is a hug.... Iamaartist May 2016 #43
Im sorry to hear this sheshe2 carburyme May 2016 #44
Sending Hugs to you! Her Sister May 2016 #45
So sorry katmille May 2016 #46
So sorry Beaverhausen May 2016 #47
Sorry sheshe wysi May 2016 #48
((((((((((((((((((((she))))))))))))) niyad May 2016 #49
Oh, no! The floor has dropped out from underneath you. I know this is very scary for you. NBachers May 2016 #51
That was beautiful. sheshe2 May 2016 #93
A hug from me and a boast back onto that horse ... 1StrongBlackMan May 2016 #52
so very sorry to read your bad news Fresh_Start May 2016 #53
Well, that sucks postatomic May 2016 #54
sorry to hear this nini May 2016 #55
You've got the hug NastyRiffraff May 2016 #56
Sorry to hear that, she! Kath1 May 2016 #57
. johnp3907 May 2016 #58
Most all of us have been through this AT LEAST once. Laffy Kat May 2016 #59
Where are you and what type of work do you do? Stuckinthebush May 2016 #60
I am so sorry to hear this sheshe... Marie Marie May 2016 #61
Don't be scared! You are going to be able to figure this out. Walk away May 2016 #62
Love ... strength ... courage ... NurseJackie May 2016 #63
Sorry Sheshe misterhighwasted May 2016 #64
I'm so sorry. blue neen May 2016 #65
You got it! savalez May 2016 #66
Oh, I'm so sorry sheshe ladym55 May 2016 #67
Here's a few, She... LuvLoogie May 2016 #68
I hope you find a better one soon. spooky3 May 2016 #69
Oh Sister I am SO sorry! Big hugs for now, talk to us tomorrow. Hekate May 2016 #70
Vibes. applegrove May 2016 #71
I am so sorry to hear this...... Peacetrain May 2016 #72
Feeling bad. This too shall pass. Jitter65 May 2016 #73
Peace, Love, and Aloha to you, she~ Cha May 2016 #74
I'm so sorry that happened. betsuni May 2016 #75
So sorry. Agnosticsherbet May 2016 #76
SOOO Sorry kcdoug1 May 2016 #77
Stay Strong SheShe...this too shall pass. pkdu May 2016 #78
sorry to hear that sheshe. I hope your company is providing you outplacement service to help in still_one May 2016 #79
Sheshe2, I'm so sorry shadowandblossom May 2016 #80
I'm sorry dear Sheshe. Tarheel_Dem May 2016 #81
:( DemonGoddess May 2016 #82
It's gonna be okay sheshe ucrdem May 2016 #83
Hugs and positive vibes sent. KitSileya May 2016 #84
Here is a big one! synergie May 2016 #85
Awwww... So sorry to hear this, sheshe. Stand and Fight May 2016 #86
((((hugs)))) Starry Messenger May 2016 #87
Sending you some TLC and super-sized courage, sheshe. Surya Gayatri May 2016 #88
Hugs and best wishes sent your way SharonClark May 2016 #89
Aw man, sheshe. Lots of hugs. I'm so sorry to hear this. BlueCaliDem May 2016 #90
Big hugs for you! pandr32 May 2016 #91
I'm so sorry. sarae May 2016 #92
I'm sorry..... LeftInTX May 2016 #94
Snark? sheshe2 May 2016 #97
I'm sorry. I didn't mean to sound snarky LeftInTX May 2016 #100
Thanks for the explaination. sheshe2 May 2016 #105
Here's a big hug. greatauntoftriplets May 2016 #95
I'm so sorry,SheShe. sufrommich May 2016 #96
Sending prayers and hugs... asuhornets May 2016 #98
So sorry! texstad79 May 2016 #99
So sorry to hear this news, sheshe2. badhair77 May 2016 #101
I am sorry mercuryblues May 2016 #102
Hugs to my queen Coolest Ranger May 2016 #103
Hugs back to~ sheshe2 May 2016 #106
Ohhh DarthDem May 2016 #104

gwheezie

(3,580 posts)
5. Oh damn She, hugs from me.
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:40 PM
May 2016

I don't know your situation but even if you have savings, it is scarey to not know when you'll get a paycheck again. But you are so warm and real and if you talk the way you write, you'll blow them away in a job interview.

sheshe2

(83,795 posts)
30. Hey gwheezie.
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:02 PM
May 2016

I am old, don't look or act like it, yet I am.

They are sweeping the old peeps out. The youngsters, they can pay them so much less.

gwheezie

(3,580 posts)
50. I know I'm 66 and my coworkers are 70 and 72
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:36 PM
May 2016

We're afraid to stand up for ourselves anymore. We had a patient that was violent towards us, us old girls took him down but when we complained we needed a couple of male staff they told us if we couldn't do the job to retire.
I was joking when I said we should all move into my house and retire. Start an old lady commune but it's starting to make sense.

musicman65

(524 posts)
9. When one door closes,another one shall open
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:42 PM
May 2016

We have been there more times than we care to think about.
However keeping straight away with the situation,will turn itself about.

Haveadream

(1,630 posts)
13. Oh, sheshe
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:47 PM
May 2016

I'm so sorry. They lost the best person ever. Whoever you work for is sooooo lucky to have you. Sending you the biggest hug.


radical noodle

(8,003 posts)
20. Lots of hugs from Florida
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:52 PM
May 2016

and purrs from my cats. I hope this will lead to something even better for you.

KewlKat

(5,624 posts)
23. Hang in there.
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:54 PM
May 2016

Others are right, something better will be in your future. Meantime, we're all here for you. Stay strong!

Loki

(3,825 posts)
26. Wish this hadn't happened sheshe2
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:58 PM
May 2016

It's ok to be scared, but tomorrow you will get up and take that next step. We are here for you, with ideas, with support and most of all, the positive energy to see this through.

WhiteTara

(29,718 posts)
28. Another door will open
Wed May 11, 2016, 08:59 PM
May 2016

and your life will be better. Do you get to apply for unemployment? That will help.

Firebrand Gary

(5,044 posts)
35. Well this was not fun to read! Sheshe I'm so sorry to hear this!
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:05 PM
May 2016

I'm thinking about you and sending you lot's and lot's of love! If there's anything that I can do, please don't hesitate. In the mean time, watch this as many times as you need to and allow this transition to be exciting... Big hugs my friend!


Gman

(24,780 posts)
38. Hugs for you
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:16 PM
May 2016

And just keep in mind that this is also an opportunity you would not have had to move on and get a better job.

Iamaartist

(3,300 posts)
43. Here is a hug....
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:21 PM
May 2016

Have self-confidence in yourself you will find another job ,maybe better then the one you had,we know a lot friends who lost jobs and professional jobs also but they found work,even better then job they had try temp work also,gets you paycheck while still looking......We live in Mich a lot of GM workers lost their jobs , a GM plant not to far away from us they find other positions....some on job 30 yrs and still had to look for work....best to you...you will find work again soon,jobs have open up now more then the Bush years.....

carburyme

(146 posts)
44. Im sorry to hear this sheshe2
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:21 PM
May 2016

Hugs and more hugs to you.
I've been there too 2 years ago lost a job of 15 years and I thought I would never recover from it depression almost took over me but here I am now happier than ever with a newfound job. I bet you still got lots going on, stay positive and everything will fall in place.

 

Her Sister

(6,444 posts)
45. Sending Hugs to you!
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:26 PM
May 2016


Tomorrow is another day!
The Universe is a friendly place!

Take care of the most important person in the world!
You!

Beaverhausen

(24,470 posts)
47. So sorry
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:29 PM
May 2016
I know it sucks I've been there.

Look at it as an opportunity to try something new or get something better.

it will all work out in the end

NBachers

(17,125 posts)
51. Oh, no! The floor has dropped out from underneath you. I know this is very scary for you.
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:38 PM
May 2016

Here is a song that will sing into your crushed heart. This comforts me when I need it. If this isn't quite your thing, I understand.

postatomic

(1,771 posts)
54. Well, that sucks
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:54 PM
May 2016

I saw where you mentioned that your age may be a factor. Believe it or not there is a shift in hiring - many companies are seeking 'older' employees because of their life and business experiences. Regroup. Process things a bit. Seek advice from others. Until then..........

nini

(16,672 posts)
55. sorry to hear this
Wed May 11, 2016, 09:56 PM
May 2016

it's one of the hardest things I ever went through when I was laid of fin 2009.

Hopefully you will find something better! Best to you.

Kath1

(4,309 posts)
57. Sorry to hear that, she!
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:02 PM
May 2016

Although we are all "on-line" friends you can let us know if we can help in some way.

Laffy Kat

(16,383 posts)
59. Most all of us have been through this AT LEAST once.
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:23 PM
May 2016

It's especially difficult when it's unexpected. Try to relax. You WILL survive this!

Stuckinthebush

(10,845 posts)
60. Where are you and what type of work do you do?
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:27 PM
May 2016

Some of us may be able to help you find a new opportunity!

Marie Marie

(9,999 posts)
61. I am so sorry to hear this sheshe...
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:32 PM
May 2016

Did you have any idea this was coming or was it a complete surprise? I understand how scary this must be for you but I am sending you my most powerful good vibes for something much better for you right around the very next corner. In the meantime...

Walk away

(9,494 posts)
62. Don't be scared! You are going to be able to figure this out.
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:34 PM
May 2016

I hope by now you are sleeping. I also hope that tomorrow you will tell us about your situation and maybe someone has the information to help.

blue neen

(12,322 posts)
65. I'm so sorry.
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:45 PM
May 2016

It is scary and stressful. You have a lot of friends here....I hope we can be of comfort to you, she.

ladym55

(2,577 posts)
67. Oh, I'm so sorry sheshe
Wed May 11, 2016, 10:57 PM
May 2016

That just really, really stinks. Here's a big hug:

Here's to something better on the horizon!

kcdoug1

(222 posts)
77. SOOO Sorry
Thu May 12, 2016, 12:23 AM
May 2016

I know the panic that can cause... but always remember..... it's just 'A' job.. it's not 'The' job.... there is ALWAYS another one...stay positive and get out there a conquer the world...!

still_one

(92,251 posts)
79. sorry to hear that sheshe. I hope your company is providing you outplacement service to help in
Thu May 12, 2016, 12:29 AM
May 2016

your search.

My daughter has had good experience working through a national recruiter Rose International:

http://www.roseit.com/index.html

Of course there are sites such as Indeed.com, dice.com, monster.com etc.

LinkedIn is also good for networking connections.

I hope you find your dream job

shadowandblossom

(718 posts)
80. Sheshe2, I'm so sorry
Thu May 12, 2016, 12:31 AM
May 2016

We haven't talked much. Just wanted to tell you I'm so sorry.

and




You're going to get through this. You can do it.

Hang in there.

Stand and Fight

(7,480 posts)
86. Awwww... So sorry to hear this, sheshe.
Thu May 12, 2016, 02:35 AM
May 2016


Last year this happened to me and it was tough. If you need any ideas, please let me know. I work for a great think tank now and might have some ideas for you depending on what you do.
 

Surya Gayatri

(15,445 posts)
88. Sending you some TLC and super-sized courage, sheshe.
Thu May 12, 2016, 07:29 AM
May 2016

As the smart, talented and able lady you are, you WILL land on your feet.



We're ALL rooting for you.

YOU GO GIRL!

LeftInTX

(25,406 posts)
100. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to sound snarky
Fri May 13, 2016, 12:11 PM
May 2016
It's just that I haven't posted in such a long time. (Since 2014) Trying to let you know that I remember you and your job. You probably don't remember me. Sorry if it sounded snarky. I don't blame you for thinking it was snark.

texstad79

(115 posts)
99. So sorry!
Fri May 13, 2016, 11:06 AM
May 2016

As scary as it is to be unemployed, it's much easier to find employment in President Obama's economy than it used to be.

badhair77

(4,218 posts)
101. So sorry to hear this news, sheshe2.
Fri May 13, 2016, 12:53 PM
May 2016

I'm sending hugs and positive thoughts your way. I firmly believe that bad news gives way to better news but it's hard to handle the anxiety while waiting. Again, good vibes going your way.

DarthDem

(5,256 posts)
104. Ohhh
Fri May 13, 2016, 01:55 PM
May 2016

I'm so sorry to hear that. When one door closes, another one opens, and all that. Best wishes!!

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