~I Just Lost My Job~Will Be Away For A Little Bit
 

Cannot talk because I need to leave. This could not have come at a worst time. I will talk to you as soon as I can.

I will not be gone long. Gotta go home and puke. I am so sad right now. What am I going to do?

Talk soon, I cannot see through the tears. Seven years here.
Marie

I just received a call from Marie about her job loss. She was let go due to cutbacks. I tried to calm her as best I could. I let her know that we are all here for her and that maybe she should look at this as some extra time from God to spend with Ed. She wanted me to let you all know that she will continue lighting candles and praying for us all. I told her if it wasn't for people like her, we couldn't be so brave and that we would pray for her. In the meantime she won't have computer access till she can figure out a way to get a new one at home. She is trying to be brave and I know she will face this with her usual humor and diginity. I think we should remind her that we love her and are here for her and offer a big cyber hug. ((((((((((Marie)))))))))))

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Oh, Marie words can not express how badly I feel for you now. You are a strong woman and as trite as it sounds now, you will be OK. You have all of us to help you through this difficult time. Please keep us posted.
Nana Karen

Dear Marie,

I am so sorry that you have lost your job. I do believe that you will find an even better job where you will be valued. You are a terrific person with such a big heart. Any employer will be blessed to have you on their team.

Hugs,
Lexi

Marie...
 

my thoughts and prayers are with you...Big hugs...

Take care and God bless.

I agree with everyone else. I know you are in shock now, but everything is going to be okay. Absolutely.

So very sorry to hear about your loss of your job Marie. Hang in there Sister ~ it will all workout.
Much love to you and Mighty Oak

Blessings
Hermiracles

Marie - So so sorry to hear about the loss of your job. You are a pillar of strength and such an amazing person. You are in my thoughts ...

Marie, I am so very sorry to hear this.

Marie, you have sent me lovely messages through this site when I have been down, particularly when my husband was found to have a brain tumour.

You are in my thoughts big time.

Take care

Janie.

p.s. my husband says take care as well.

Marie,

I also echo what everyone has said. I am thinking of you and wishing only the best for you and Ed.

all the best
caya

Very sorry! These messages will be waiting when you can go to the library or get a computer.

Yes, you must get over the initial shock and physical reaction to this blow.

Then you can take stock and regroup. Job cuts are rampant now. Spend time with mommy-in-law, apply for your unemployment - there is extra money for you in the "stimulous package" just passed. There are also provisions to help you keep health insurance at reduced cost if you qualify for that. Use community resources - they are there for YOU and Mighty Oak.

I had lunch with a friend who was very upset as her husband had to lay off 20 people between his warehouse and sales departments. Some of those people had worked there up to 14 years and were considered almost family! She could barely speak about it.

Marie,

I am so sorry to hear this. This is the first time I have had to check the board today.

Amelia

Dear Marie, you and Mighty Oak are such beautiful people that I cannot even imagine why you should be hit by more problems. I must admit that even if it doesn't help, it gets me mad.
I am sure that although you feel bad right now, you will find a new job because you showed all of us what a fighter you are. Cyber hugs. Michka

Everything that I've seen about you convinces me that you are a believer in miracles. You are such a beautiful person that I have to believe that that there will be another one for all of you. Spend time with your mighty oak and his mother tree. You will find another path.

Leslie

Well, Marie, the "scream ride" seems so inadequate right now. God must have something really stupendous waiting for you after your forced vacation and rest!!!
You know, girl, you take care of so many....your sweet Ed and mom-in-law AND so many of us. Sure wish I could take away the pain of your loss, but so wish for you a rest and a little time when the burden doesn't fall on your mighty shoulders.
Much love to you as you walk life through 1 hour at a time. You're still awesome! ma

Oh Marie, that just SUX! Sorry for the language, but I have no other words.

Having said that; I've lost my jobs twice, and both times I found that I was ready to start something new. I came out better!

I'm sure that will be the case for you. Right now, spend time with our Mighty Oak and don\t worry too much. There will be a good outcome for you.

And ask for help; you'll be surprised how many people out there are willing to help!

Hugs

Jacqueline

Marie,
I just want you to know I'm praying for you

Marie
I wish to add my thoughts and good wishes to you.
I also believe that you know we are here for you and the mighty Oak,
please stay in touch. You are such a special person,and have no doubt given comfort to others on this board.

Sweet Marie,

A window will open.

I started to write practical stuff about the 65% coverage of COBRA...but what I really feel is that a window will open, somehow.

Much love
Chris

You can get a working computer almost free
 

Marie, Sorry to hear your job loss. I looked into the R.I. craig list and saw a few working computer system below $50. I believe that if you explain your plight, the owner may give them to you free. Used working computers are plentiful everywhere. Your ex employer may give the idle computer to you free, just try and ask. Hope you have health insurance coverage and look into social security medical too. Best luck.

Ann

Marie and Ed....I'm so sorry this has happened to you. All the things I could say seem very inadequate right now.

Again, I'm sorry this has happened to you Marie. So sorry!

Mary Jo

I am sorry too. Like you didn't have enough stress already. Please take care and may another opportunity come for you when you need it....

Hello Marie. I'm a real "newbie" but wanted to send along my best wishes too. I am praying for you and your husband. Hope you can find a way to come back to this board where you are so loved.

Barb

Wishing you a better job will be in your doorsteps while you are enjoying your free time.

Marie,

Make the most of the time you have now with Ed and MIL. Very soon you'll have a new job that will take your time! Look for all the possibilities!

Keeping you in my prayers as always,,

Dear Marie,

I am very sorry to hear about your job loss. God will find a way to help you. You are such a sweet soul with so much positive strength. Praying especially for you...and a great big hug for you!

love,
shobha

Marie,
If Ed is not collecting social security disability...Apply for it immediately. Your congressman will be of great help if you contact him.

If Marie needs a computer have her contact me.

Regards
Joe

Marie,
I'm sooo sorry for what you're going through. I don't know how, but things do seem to always work out and I only hope your struggle is minimal until that time.
In the meantime please utilize the people that you know and allow them to think about who they know. Jobs are in such great demand these days that networking becomes very important. Try and put your freinds, relatives and acquaintances to work for you. You're a good person and sometimes that comes back to help you in situations like this, but you need to set the wheels in motion.
Best of luck and know that you have a family here that will try and talk you through this as best we can.
Eric

I just lost my job~~~~will be away for a little bit
 

Marie,
Like some of us say in Hawaii, "How rude" (of your employer) to let you go.
Can you apply for Cobra health insurance, which is good for 18 months after job loss? I am not sure where to apply, but your former employer or a state agency might know.
Take care. I hope you get a great new job.

Marie,

Just remember that when one door closes, another one opens. Things will be fine, I am sure. You are a real inspiration to me and to many others in this board, I am sure. God loves you and he has a reason for this turning point in your life.

All my love,

Paty

I'm so sorry to hear this Marie and can understand your shock.
Job loss's are world wide right now and here in Ireland it's no different.
I can only echo what the other wonderful people have said, ask for help and apply for all your entitlements asap.
I hope Joe can help to get you back online with us asap!
You'll both be in my thoughts. ((((hugs))))

Marie, this is awful and happening everyday here in northern Indiana. Give yourself a few days to re-group then you'll find the "open windows". Hang in there and know many are praying for you.

Hugs,
Dana

P.S. I have many friends out of work. It's this crappy economy.

No one knows why such heartache, trama, and sorrow has to happen to anyone. There is a silver lining in this somewhere. Praying for you and hoping that an answer will come to you very soon. Remember, you are never alone.

Marie,

I'm very sorry about your job. Besides being in shock, you must be very angry. And I don't blame you.

The fear of losing a job is real. Two weeks ago my company let go three people in our group and is going to cut pay temporarily by 10% starting May 1.

I now wonder what's going to happen near the end of the second quarter. Will there be more layoffs so the company can meet its budget? My main concern is losing my health insurance.

I try to tell myself that God will take care of me no matter what happens, and there are plans in the works for you and Ed to come out stronger.

I'm praying for you dear sister.

Hugs,

Joan

Oh, Marie and ed, I am so sorry you lost your job. It is like being in the twilight Zone all of a sudden.
There are still good jobs out there, and with your network of friends and family something good will happen. This is just one more path to travel, one you weren't expecting. I am praying that the answers will come soon and that you will be able to spend more time with Ed in the meantime.
I know what a loss you are feeling right now. Worry sets in and it seems that things are falling apart. But, dear sister, you will triumph as you have so many times before, the bulbs will bloom, the skies will turn blue, and you will find a better job than the one you just left. Everything happens for a reason and this, too, will pass.
I love you and send you many prayers and deep friendship today.
Love, vickie

Marie,
I would expect that there is a period of "grieving" that occurs with a job loss. Please allow yourself that moment.

In the short run...go to the library for internet access...please don't go radio silent as your warmth and constant sincerity would be a huge loss for all of us on the site.

We can continue to provide ideas to get you on a new (AND BETTER) path. We've seen the power of miracles on this site and I am confident this is going to be another one. You have received an incredible gift of TIME, which can never be created or relived. Now....let's make this gift work for you.

Already great words of advice....get Ed on Social Security and Medicare. Leverage COBRA for insurance and as Chrisy was headed down this path, get the assistance to help pay for part of it.

We are here for you....as you've been here for us. Please stay in touch so we can help.

Big ole hug comin your way....Lori

Marie!
 

This is just awful! I know things will change, I know you have the kind of attitude to pull yourself up after this fall - but I worry about your health. Please know I am praying for you too, with all the prayers surrounding you surely you will be lifted out of this mess.

Love to you and to Mighty Oak

Donna

Marie, I know you are in shock. Hopefully, things will work for the best in the long run. We are all here if you need us. Wishing you strength, peace and love, something no one can take from you.
Maryanne

I agree with the rest....but I'm thinking of you.

Marie, I'm so sorry to hear of your job loss. It seems like when it rains, it pours. But we have to believe that when God closes one door, he opens another.
You know you and Ed are always in my thoughts and prayers. It's so sad, another case of bad things happening to such great people.
Keep your chin up and keep on BELIEVING.
extra big hugs to both of you.