Hardship has hit us.. with no warning

[K9soul]

My husband came home a few minutes ago. He was just fired from his job, after nearly 10 years. He got a letter stating his position is being eliminated, and his boss said other positions are being eliminated as well. The company apparently is suffering financial problems. He works for a cable company in town as a product specialist and technical support person. He had worked up to making a decent salary, and the benefits were outstanding.

I can't begin to say how frightened, upset, and down we both are now. He has a month to find a new job, and it's not really easy to find good work here like he had. He liked it there, and is so devastated and there is nothing I can do to make him feel better. I am scared and upset myself.

Please pray for us...

[catlover4ever]

Prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way immediately. I know this is no consulation but things do happen for a reason. Keep the faith...you never know what is around the next corner.

When I first got married, Mark and I bought a house and a new truck for him...2 weeks later he got his pink slip. I though....we are never going to get through it....but I left it in God's hands and he did not loose his job. Of course it came down to the moment he was leaving on his last day for his company to tell him to come back to work on Monday.

{{{hugs}}} Meg

[CatMama78]

Oh I'm so sorry. That's devestating news. Many prayers for you and your family. But I know things will work out for the two of you.

[Corinna]

Sending hugs to you .I know this one well. After Tims cancer stuff he couldn't find any one to hire him, but an old co worker hired him. A bout 6 months ago they had not enough work(hard wood floor installs) so he went to work part time for the home depot contracting service.He hs been doing an extra floor a week since ,well suddenly last week the bosses declared all or nothing. since home depot pays more for less time involved he said bye bye to the other . Its spotty work, but as said before we are leaving it to God .My job ends in Sept. But I have a new plan for this winter for ajob for me.
Tim gets restless and about every 5 years he trys something else but always goes back to flooring becouse hes good at it and ususally by this time would have had several offers. I guess he just hasn't told any one yet. Wants a vacation.
You'll be ok just take a breath and relax you'll be ok. He sounds like a guy who will do any thing to make sure you are ok.

[emily_the_spoiled]

Having been in the same position as your husband, I can understand how frightening it is for him and you. I also realize there is little that anyone of us can say or do that will make that feeling go away. Just know that some of us have had the experience and we have all made it through and generally it has worked out for the better (even though it may not seem like it at the time).

Know that we are thinking of you and praying for you and your gang.

[DJFyrewolf36]

Prayers and positive thoughts sending your way! God will provide, this I know for sure. I know how cruddy downsizing can be, especially in the technological industry. When the cable company here got bought out, the new company fired all the old employees...suddenly in one shot over 1,000 people were out of work. Big corperate people don't see hard workers trying to make it they just see $$$. It makes me sad to see what people are capable of because of money.

Sorry to rant...

Keep your chin up!!! Like I said, leave it to the Lord and He shall not leave you wanting! I truely believe that!

*Hugs to you and your family*

[popcornbird]

How frightening. Losing a job can be very difficult, and very mind draining, because you just can't predict what's going to happen next. I will be praying for you and your family, and hoping your husband gets a job, even better than the one he had, soon. Sometimes God puts us through tests that seem to be the worst thing that could happen, but later God brings out the best from it. Keep your chin up. I'm sure things will improve. Try not to worry too much. Hopefully your husband will have a job again in no time.

{{{hugs}}}

[RobiLee]

Oh, Jessica, This is terrible news. I wish I was there to give you a hug and to try and comfort you in person. Everyone has offered some great words of wisdom and advice. I will be thinking and praying for you and your husband. Please try not to let your spirits sink to low. I know that is an easy thing to say. Being scared and worried can really take its toll. Stay strong and stay positive and most of all be there for each other. This is a test, a HUGE bump in the road, you can do it and succeed. All will be well in the end.

All my prayers are for you and yours today!

{{{HUGS}}}....Robin

[K9soul]

Originally posted by popcornbird
Losing a job can be very difficult, and very mind draining, because you just can't predict what's going to happen next.

I think that is the worst part of all about it. And I have an anxious type mind that jumps and flits from all kinds of possibilities instead of just trying to keep to the moment, or even looking at positive things that can come of this. Little things keep hitting me, like how we will lose such good medical insurance, and how we will lose our free internet and cable service... It's so hard right now not to think of all the bad things.

It seriously is comforting to read all of your kind thoughts. It is comforting to hear about those of you who have been through the same thing and that everything turned out okay.

When I push thoughts of "what might happen now" from my head, I am left with how hurt and devastated David is, and that is almost harder to bear than the fears. He liked his job, had a lot of friends there, really liked his boss. He broke down when telling me, and my heart is breaking horribly for what he is going through.

[ramanth]

Prayers and thoughts for you.

[thelmalu99]

That's so frightening. I'll be sending tons of positive thoughts your way.
Take care and stay strong.

[RobiLee]

Oh, this is just breaking my heart. Where is David at now and what is he doing? I hope he is not the type to shut you out when he is hurting and upset. I just don't know what to say. We are here for you, Jess, whenever you need to talk. Please remember that.

[Logan]

Oh, Jessica, I am so sorry. I can imagine your worry and concern. Please know that you and your husband will be in my prayers. Many of us have been there at one time or another. I experienced several months without a salary last year, and it was terribly troublesome for our family.

Things do, and will, work out. Remember that sometimes, through hardship, we are reminded of the importance of our faith. You keep praying and know that you have many friends out here who are here for you if you need support.

Love,
Logan

[K9soul]

Robin, he's downstairs laying down. He said he just needed a day to come to grips with all of it. I went down to sit with him for a bit, but I sensed he would like a bit of time to himself, and he didn't say anything when I came back up so I'm sure he probably just needs a bit of time at the moment.

Tasha is down there with him. When I went down, he was cuddling and holding her.

I know for a fact sometimes pets offer something to soothe the soul in the way nothing else can.

[lynnestankard]

Oh Jessica I'm so sorry - this is devastating for you both.
I'll keep you in my thoughts and send positive vibes across the miles.
Don't get into a panic - that's going to do no good whatsoever - and David will need you to his rock for some time.
Lots of cuddles and no recriminations.
Remember - 'This to, will come to pass'

Lynne