I lost my job today....

[moosmom]

The job that I loved so much is no longer mine.

I got called into the conference room with my supervisor and the General Manager of the funeral home. I KNEW immediately what was going to happen. As a matter of fact, my gut feeling told me months ago when they decided to divide the job between me and Kari, that this was going to happen.

They told me they were paying me through today (wow a whole $322.00!!! No severance pay) It's funny how this comes JUST when my benefits were set to begin.

Anyway, they told me that there were complaints (wouldn't go into any detail) and too many mistakes were being made (again, wouldn't go into specifics) and didn't see much of an improvement in my performance. How can I possibly improve if they don't tell me where and what I need improving in. I asked them to be more specific and they wouldn't.

I told them my brother was SO right when he told me they'd screw me over and I should start looking for another job. I told them they blew smoke up my @$$ for months promising me 40 hours full-time, then came up with this 4 on/4off scheme claiming it was still full-time. The General Manager broke in and said "Look, all this conversation isn't going to change anything, so I think it's best you take your stuff and leave." Nice, huh??

My brother was SOOOOOOOOOOO right. When I told him that my hours would be 4 days on, 4 days off, he said, "Those are NOT full-time hours! You'd better start looking for a new job now because they going to screw you Donna. You need to be prepared." I also told my friend that my biggest fear was that they'd like Kari ([personally I didn't trust her) better than me and they'd show me the door. My gut instincts have never let me down. I feel like SUCH a stupid failure!!!! 52 years old. Who the hell is gonna hire me????

So, that means no Tori (I already called Brenda and told her). My sobriety is at risk right now because I want a drink SO bad it's not funny. I know, I need to get to a meeting now. But I can't stop crying and don't want to babble like a fool in front of alot of people.

But tomorrow is another day. I'll go to the unemployment office and also the welfare office to apply for food stamps and then update my resume.

Thanks for listening guys.

[caseysmom]

I am sorry, I don't know what to say. I just can't see how they can do that to you with no warning, just out of the blue...that is so wrong.

I don't know your history with alcohol but it sounds like a drink would be the last thing that would be of any help, turn away from that and turn to your friends.

[Jadapit]

Omg, I'm so so sorry!! That straight up sucks and its so unfair. Please Donna no matter what dont drink.... Dont throw away your sobriety if you do you will feel terrible and it will only make you feel so much worse in the end! Do you have a sponsor you can call? I wish there was something I could do for you. I'm truly sorry. You will be in my thoughts....

[catnapper]

OMG... I am SOOOO sorry! Better things are coming for you. I KNOW it!

(((HUGS))) and please know people here care about you! We're here for you.

[K9soul]

My heart is breaking for you Donna . It doesn't sound like you were treated right at all in this. If there were performance issues, why not give some warning?? You've had so much on your plate lately, that parking citation and now this. Please hang in there Donna. People care about you and are praying for you. I know I sure am! You'll get through this. I'm sure Kelly knows how it feels as she was out of work too, but I think now things are really looking up for her and they will for you too. Hang in there Donna. We're here for you.

[Vio&Juni]

I was always shocked by the way they hire people and fire them in the States. They would need to pay you two more salaries here if they'd fire you without no written warnings.

I hope you can get a better job, a full time job where they will appreciate you and treat you as you deserve.

[prechrswife]

I'm so sorry this happened to you. Like others have said, we're here to listen.

[davidpizzica]

Oh, Donna! I don't know what to say! I think your brother is right. They kept on stringing you along with promises headed for a big let-down. BIG {{{{HUGS}}}} to you Donna!

[Karen]

Time to call Connecticut again - busy season has begun at newspapers, time to push again for a job at your old place ... be cheery (acting, acting, my dear) and tell them you have a new opening in your schedule and would love to be given a chance to come home ...

You know, sweetie, that drink would make things worse, not better. Go file for unemployment if you qualify, have an ice cream sundae (better than a drink - last longer, no hangover) and snuggle the feline support group members!

[davidpizzica]

Please, Donna, don't go back to taking a drink!! I'M HERE FOR YOU, ALWAYS! I love you, and I'll never stop! If you get too down, CALL ME!!

[jackie]

Ummm, maybe you should see a lawyer? Here are some links for unfair dismissal
click here

and here

good luck honey!

[luvofallhorses]

I'm so sorry. ((hugs))

[jenluckenbach]

I am so so sorry. And I know exactly what you mean about the "benefits are just about to start". That happened to Charlie already. Vague complaints just mean we can get another person in to do your job for less.

Hang in the honey, things can only get better from here.

[PJ's Mom]

I'm so sorry, Donna.

Try not to worry about it tonight. There's nothing you can do at this late hour. Go get yourself really fatteningt to eat, like Karen suggested and start tackling life again tomorrow.

Good luck.

[Laura's Babies]

Might I remind you Lisa (CCL) and her hubby went through this not terriably long ago because God had someything better for her that he wanted her to do? He has a plan and only He knows what it is so just wait and see what He has in the works for you.

Remember, God helps those that helps themselves so stay sober, so when it comes your way, you will be ready! Just ask Him to guide you where he wants you to go and He will. You are not alone, He is there for you and so are we!