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Lisa · 30 June 2009, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

This is sad - Madeline just told me that it's her fault that daddy lost his job. It's because she keeps asking for all the expensive toys at Target, and now the money is gone.

Gosh - what logic?! I assured her that it doesn't work that way!

Oh, no! That's making me cry!

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Caroline, I know you haven't had any time to gather your thoughts with this kind of news, but would you think about returning to work as a chemist?

I just looked - no jobs here to be seen at first glance. I'll have to see what I can find out about any sort of employment for me to help out with expenses for now.

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Oh, no! That's making me cry!

Seriously! I just don't know how she came up with that!

She said she told Chris that it's bad that he lost his job, but good because she and Max will get to spend more time with him. I wasn't part of that conversation, so I hope he appreciated the second part.

away36 · 30 June 2009, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

This is sad - Madeline just told me that it's her fault that daddy lost his job. It's because she keeps asking for all the expensive toys at Target, and now the money is gone.

Gosh - what logic?! I assured her that it doesn't work that way!

For what it's worth Caroline, that's a very very normal reaction from a child. When things go wrong in any way, they always think it must be something to do with them, regardless of the fact that they have no reason to think that.

Lisa · 30 June 2009, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

I just looked - no jobs here to be seen at first glance. I'll have to see what I can find out about any sort of employment for me to help out with expenses for now.

How do unemployment benefits work? Do you get a percentage of your income? And for how long?

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by away36

For what it's worth Caroline, that's a very very normal reaction from a child. When things go wrong in any way, they always think it must be something to do with them, regardless of the fact that they have no reason to think that.

I've heard that, but never really believed it until now. It sort of shocked me.

Lisa · 30 June 2009, 07:31 AM

Would your local hospital have any kind of chemistry work in your field? I can't remember - was it forensic chemistry?

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

How do unemployment benefits work? Do you get a percentage of your income? And for how long?

Not sure. I know there's a maximum that you can apply for, and I think it's for a few months? Thankfully, we just refinanced our house, and set the term for 30 years, just in case. That lower payment will come in handy right now. Sheesh - we closed about 2 weeks ago.

away36 · 30 June 2009, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by away36

For what it's worth Caroline, that's a very very normal reaction from a child. When things go wrong in any way, they always think it must be something to do with them, regardless of the fact that they have no reason to think that.

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Originally Posted by Carolina

I've heard that, but never really believed it until now. It sort of shocked me.

Yup......rips the heart right out of you, doesn't it!

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Would your local hospital have any kind of chemistry work in your field? I can't remember - was it forensic chemistry?

Possibly (I'm analytical) but most of it requires certification as a med tech - the course work I was planning to take starting this fall.

Occasionally I've seen a position for an non-certified person, but that is rare. I just looked a little while ago.

redshirt1957 · 30 June 2009, 09:23 AM

Shock. Anger. Resentment. Apathy. Understanding. Planning. Moving forward. Another chapter in life. The love you guys have for each other is what really matters. Houses, cars, watches; just dumb things in the big picture. Chin up, positive attitude, pull together, and love each other like you have never before. Dig in and solider forward. The bigger the mountain the better the climb.

You know I love you guys.

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Shock. Anger. Resentment. Apathy. Understanding. Planning. Moving forward. Another chapter in life. The love you guys have for each other is what really matters. Houses, cars, watches; just dumb things in the big picture. Chin up, positive attitude, pull together, and love each other like you have never before. Dig in and solider forward. The bigger the mountain the better the climb.

You know I love you guys.

Thanks, Bubs - that means a lot to me. I'll show your post to hubby once he's had a day or two to process the current situation.

I wish we had a garage - he'd be in it right now! Instead, he is cuddling with the kids and watching "Ice Age" on TV.

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 09:41 AM

Enough of my whining. There is a family we know (Lisa, you know this story). The dad was Max's baseball coach, and he has two little boys. Hit (while walking) by a drunk driver the day after school got out for the summer.

MAJOR head injuries. He just got out of ICU and is now in a rehabilitation center. Hubby went over there today to cut their grass and trim the bushes.

See, it could be worse.

Lisa · 30 June 2009, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

Enough of my whining. There is a family we know (Lisa, you know this story). The dad was Max's baseball coach, and he has two little boys. Hit (while walking) by a drunk driver the day after school got out for the summer.

MAJOR head injuries. He just got out of ICU and is now in a rehabilitation center. Hubby went over there today to cut their grass and trim the bushes.

See, it could be worse.

You are so right, Caroline. We don't have to look very far to find someone in a situation that puts our problems in a better perspective. Our buddy in San Antonio tells us of a physican's daughter, from his neighborhood, who was 18 months old, getting hit by a car while playing with her family in her own front yard. The driver was speeding, lost control of the car and ran up onto the lawn. She has severe brain damage... at this point her prognosis is poor.

I don't think this is helping much - bringing more miserable news to cheer you up...? Seems a little backhanded... if I think of any good jokes I'll post 'em!

TheVTCGuy · 30 June 2009, 09:53 AM

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I don't think this is helping much - bringing more miserable news to cheer you up...? Seems a little backhanded... if I think of any good jokes I'll post 'em

My wife said she wanted to spice our sex life up, so she tied me to the bed... then she put here clothes on and went out for the evening!

I know my wife is cheating on me... whenever I come home the Parrot yells: "Quick! Out the window"

My wife screams during sex... especially when I walk in on them.

I don't meet the right people, last week I met the Surgeon General... he offered me a cigarette.

At my house the food is so bad we pray AFTER we eat.

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

You are so right, Caroline. We don't have to look very far to find someone in a situation that puts our problems in a better perspective. Our buddy in San Antonio tells us of a physican's daughter, from his neighborhood, who was 18 months old, getting hit by a car while playing with her family in her own front yard. The driver was speeding, lost control of the car and ran up onto the lawn. She has severe brain damage... at this point her prognosis is poor.

I don't think this is helping much - bringing more miserable news to cheer you up...? Seems a little backhanded... if I think of any good jokes I'll post 'em!

It's OK. That poor baby.

The coffeeshop can now get back to its regular programming - silly, bawdy, and hilarious.

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

My wife said she wanted to spice our sex life up, so she tied me to the bed... then she put here clothes on and went out for the evening!

I know my wife is cheating on me... whenever I come home the Parrot yells: "Quick! Out the window"

My wife screams during sex... especially when I walk in on them.

I don't meet the right people, last week I met the Surgeon General... he offered me a cigarette.

At my house the food is so bad we pray AFTER we eat.

Bwahaha!

redshirt1957 · 30 June 2009, 10:07 AM

Poor ole' FeverBlister76, when he figures out the condom broke.

Ah, a gift that lasts a lifetime.

Carolina · 30 June 2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Poor ole' FeverBlister76, when he figures out the condom broke.

Ah, a gift that lasts a lifetime.

Hmm - not sure whether to put that one under silly, bawdy, or hilarious?!

away36 · 30 June 2009, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

You are so right, Caroline. We don't have to look very far to find someone in a situation that puts our problems in a better perspective. Our buddy in San Antonio tells us of a physican's daughter, from his neighborhood, who was 18 months old, getting hit by a car while playing with her family in her own front yard. The driver was speeding, lost control of the car and ran up onto the lawn. She has severe brain damage... at this point her prognosis is poor.

I don't think this is helping much - bringing more miserable news to cheer you up...? Seems a little backhanded... if I think of any good jokes I'll post 'em!

"There is nothing so moving----not even acts of love or hate-----as the discovery that one is not alone."

--Robert Ardrey

Lion · 30 June 2009, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

Estimating for a large commercial construction company.

Caroline, I'm so sorry to hear about your news. Know that I'm here for you in whatever way I can be of assistance!!!
It's always hard when you get laid off from a job. The emotions just swirl around in your head and you wonder what you could of done differently. I was laid off of my last job(in 1990) and you can apply for Unemployment Insurance. I believe it lasts for 6 months or at least it does in Illinois.....
Your children will be going thru the shock as well they will need time and understanding. Please be patient with them.....
You also need time to assimilate and talk over all the adjustments with your spouse.....

Lion · 30 June 2009, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by away36

I'm speechless. I've never heard a man admit to ANY faults.

Oh, we do just not usually with women. Only when the boys get together does the conversation turn to gripes and faults!!!

redshirt1957 · 30 June 2009, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Oh, we do just not usually with women. Only when the boys get together does the conversation turn to gripes and faults!!!

Bah, I was perfectly wrong in all my marriages.

unclesallie · 30 June 2009, 11:55 AM

what is it the women say? women's faults are many, men have only two: everything they say and everything they do!

Lisa · 30 June 2009, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by unclesallie

what is it the women say? women's faults are many, men have only two: everything they say and everything they do!

Once I thought I was wrong - but I was mistaken.

Rockrolex · 30 June 2009, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

if I think of any good jokes I'll post 'em!

Well, the other night I was dining at a very fine restaurant and the dish I ordered was not quite to my liking. I demanded to see the Chef and was escorted into the kitchen where an imbroglio ensued between us, so I socked the cook. To this day when I return to this restaurant they never say here comes that most exceptional gourmand, or here comes that very generous tipper, but sock one cook and then you suddenly become that dirty cook socker.

East Bay Rider · 30 June 2009, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Carolina

Enough of my whining. There is a family we know (Lisa, you know this story). The dad was Max's baseball coach, and he has two little boys. Hit (while walking) by a drunk driver the day after school got out for the summer.

MAJOR head injuries. He just got out of ICU and is now in a rehabilitation center. Hubby went over there today to cut their grass and trim the bushes.

See, it could be worse.

Man, I wish you could bottle that sentiment and distribute it.
When life kicks you where it hurts, how do you make yourself feel better?
By helping others.

Why don't more people get it?

I'm sorry about your husband's job. He sounds like a good guy. I'm sure good fortune will follow him.

away36 · 30 June 2009, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Bah, I was perfectly wrong in all my marriages.

Nice to see you keeping some consistency here too!

away36 · 30 June 2009, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

When life kicks you where it hurts, how do you make yourself feel better?
By helping others.

Why don't more people get it?

Mornin' Bill. You are SO right!!!!!

unclesallie · 30 June 2009, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Well, the other night I was dining at a very fine restaurant and the dish I ordered was not quite to my liking. I demanded to see the Chef and was escorted into the kitchen where an imbroglio ensued between us, so I socked the cook. To this day when I return to this restaurant they never say here comes that most exceptional gourmand, or here comes that very generous tipper, but sock one cook and then you suddenly become that dirty cook socker.

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