Dark Day
This is going to be quick.. and ugly.
I was fired today. Well, let go. Sounds nicer that way, not to mention you qualify for unemployment. 8.5 years at the damn place and not so much as a warning that it was going to happen. Bastards. My boss told me the following:
"We don't have much work (not what he said a month ago when I asked him for something to do) and based on the goals that he set for me last year (um if he set any he never ever communicated them to me) I hadn't made any changes, so if there was work, he didn't think I had the bandwidth to do it. It would be better for both of us if we just parted company now."
Better for whom? Certainly not me and my kids.
Screw bn.com. Shop at Amazon. Their prices are better and I suspect they treat their employees better. 8.5 years I was there and I was branded by association with a particular project that turned out not so popular. I was banned from working on other projects because of it. They set me up to fail, stuck me off on the side where there was nothing to be done.
I'll work on my resume tonight, have myself a margarita and start job hunting tomorrow. I can't say if I'll be posting updates to the WIP Wipeout tomorrow, I hope you all understand.
Damn.
I'm so sorry. You feel like you've been punched in the stomach and lost at the same time. Apply for unemployment tomorrow. (There's a week waiting period after you sign up.)You already know to check with all competitors first, if that's still the field in which you want to stay. If not, there is some kind of reason for this which you can't see now, but it's for you to better your situation. Honest.
Posted by: Nancy J | March 14, 2006 at 07:41 PM
P.S. Hugs and chocolate to you. Group hug, too.
Posted by: Nancy J | March 14, 2006 at 07:43 PM
Well this just sucks, hon. I'm so sorry and wish I could do something. Looking back on this, at some point, I hope it feels like it's for the best - but right now I know you're just reeling.
Posted by: Carole | March 14, 2006 at 08:02 PM
Big Hugs, sweetie.
Posted by: Rachel H | March 14, 2006 at 08:32 PM
I'm so, so sorry.
I can't believe they just dropped it on you like that.
Big hugs to you, and I'll keep my fingers crossed that some wonderful opportunity comes your way soon.
Posted by: Katy | March 14, 2006 at 08:44 PM
Oh, Risa, that STINGS. And stinks, too. I'm soooo sorry, and send big hugs your way.
Posted by: Norma | March 14, 2006 at 08:53 PM
Oh, I'm so sorry about this. I certainly understand this, being in somewhat the same position (only I got laid off when company lost contract). Best of luck getting something that work out so much better for you.
Posted by: Lola | March 14, 2006 at 09:06 PM
I am so, so sorry. That just stinks. I'm sending positive vibes your way.
Posted by: Kathy | March 14, 2006 at 09:14 PM
Oh Risa, I'm so sorry! That sucks so much. I can relate to how you feel - I was fired from a job when my daughter was less than a year old. As a single parent, that's a very scary thing. Hmmpfh (not sure how to spell what I'm thinking)! I may have to boycot bn all together! Let me know if there's anything I can do for you - I, too, will be sending good vibes your way!
Posted by: Angelia | March 14, 2006 at 09:45 PM
What?? Oh no! I am so sorry!!
Posted by: --Deb | March 14, 2006 at 10:18 PM
Ohh, man! I am so sorry. I wish you the utmost luck in finding another job.
Posted by: Rosa | March 14, 2006 at 10:21 PM
So sorry about that. What they did sux big time.
Posted by: Marina | March 14, 2006 at 10:45 PM
Oh, sweetie -- so, so sorry......
Posted by: janna | March 14, 2006 at 11:03 PM
Holy crap Risa.
I'm so sorry. Screw them. That bites. I don't know what Rhys' schedule is like tomorrow, but she'll be in NJ, and well, you know, they're always looking...
Hang in there. You can do better anyway. I'm hoping this is one of those moments you'll look back on and say "thank goodness." I've got one of those. Felt like hell at the time, but looking back, well, thank GOD.
Posted by: mamacate | March 14, 2006 at 11:34 PM
WTF!? Can't help but think there is something better around the corner. I'll send good thoughts your way for a quick turn around!
Posted by: margene | March 15, 2006 at 12:02 AM
bn.com just lost a customer, a frequent customer.
Posted by: Brenda O'Brien | March 15, 2006 at 01:15 AM
Big hugs to you. I am so sorry about your job loss. It sucks they did that to you. As I was told recently when God closes a door he opens a window for you. You will find that window and better things are to come from it although it is hard to think about that now. My thoughts are with you and your twins at this difficult time for you. I am thinking of you and praying things turn out for the better for your family.
Posted by: Cathi | March 15, 2006 at 01:49 AM
Oh man, I had to read the post twice before it really sunk in! What a rotten thing to do and have happen to you!! I am so sorry, Risa!! I wish I could do something to help! I wish you all the best of luck in your job hunting.
Posted by: Claudia | March 15, 2006 at 08:01 AM
Well, there's nothing to bring someone out of lurkdom like some big news, and this sure is big. It really pisses me off when supervisors don't give people who work for them any feedback and then want to take a negative action based on the inability of an employee to meet expectations that were never communicated. I'm going to stay out of bn.com and their bricks and mortar stores, too. I hope that things work out for you -- I'll be thinking about you and sending good thoughts.
Posted by: Susan | March 15, 2006 at 08:13 AM
Oh no... I can not believe that!!! But as others said, you'll find something else and probably better too!
I can't get over the fact that in the US you can get fired or let go from one second to the next... that sure doesn't happen over here.
Crossing my fingers that you'll find something new soon!!!
Hugs, Eva
Posted by: Eva | March 15, 2006 at 08:20 AM
I am so sorry to read the bad news. I will keep you and the twins in my prayers. I'm sure there is something better awaiting you out there. Hang in there... and remember we're all here with you!
Big Hugs,
Posted by: Christine | March 15, 2006 at 08:42 AM
Oh, shit - what a shock for you! I'm so sorry. And joining everyone else in sending out the good thoughts and wishes for an easy job hunt. Hugs, Hon!
Posted by: Chris | March 15, 2006 at 08:47 AM
Oh, no! What a terrible shock. But, since I know you will look on the positive side ... this will give you the opportunity to find a better place where your talents will truly be appreciated. And more time to pack for your impending move!
Posted by: Danielle | March 15, 2006 at 09:25 AM
I am so sorry to hear that. I've only been let go once, about 15 years ago, but I remember it like it was yesterday and how badly it hurt. By way of encouragement I can say that it was probably the best thing that ever happened to me. I got really pissed off, filed for unemployment and, as a result, wound up on a totally unexpected career path that has turned out really well.
Sorry if that sounds too sappy.
Posted by: hillary | March 15, 2006 at 09:28 AM
!!!
What the heck! I'm so sorry - but as others have said, hopefully this is one of those things that you'll look back on as a good thing. But for now, not so much, right?
We are thinking of you. Have a drink for me.
Posted by: Cece | March 15, 2006 at 10:19 AM