Fuck my life lately
Posted: 2008-07-11 @ 1:32 pmI knew July was going to be trouble.
First and foremost, our court date was yesterday. We ended up settling the case so I never actually stood before the judge (which is good because I was too damn stressed over everything and I am not sure how well I would have handled it). Our ex-landlords ended up giving us $500 more which is great. We didn’t get everything we asked for but oh well, it was fine with me. They realized they couldn’t argue us with our pictures but there was also a chance that if we continued with the case, they would attempt to countersue us. I really didn’t want to go through that hell so oh well. It’s over with, it’s done, the end.
Wednesday afternoon I was at work and got some pretty shitty news. My job, along with like 20 others, was terminated. I was in that position for four years. We got a new CEO not too long ago and he went on a job cutting spree and got rid of most of the people in the same job field as me as well as some directors. Since I’m not being fired, I have four months to find another job. During these four months I am still getting paid, still get my full benefits, etc. So it’s like a four month paid vacation. Now, while some people would be thrilled to have a four month paid vacation, I’m not. Not in the least. I just got accepted into UNC and now I have to find another job that will work around my school schedule. That is going to be the hardest thing to negotiate with any new job I find. I’m also not going to find another job making what I’m making now. No way in hell. I had it made in this position and now it’s gone. :(
I applied for another job at the same company today so we’ll see how that goes. It’s not as awesome as my last position but it’s something. That way I can keep my same benefits and everything. AND keep my tution reimbursement.
On top of all this, it seems like every single bill I have is due right now. Just way too stressed.
Fuck July. Fuck it.
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Mindy,
Hang in there…When you experience a downswing in life there is only one direction to go. Get back on that effin horse and ride that b!tch out of there! Back to the top of the hill with you…Giddyup!! You can beat this sh!tty experience.
your twitter pal,
@4four1ones
I’m so sorry about your job Mindy. I remember when you first got it, too. That’s terrible. I’m sure you’ll have good luck finding something within the company, but that still sucks :(
Glad your ex-landlord was willing to settle. Bitch, hehe.
That is truly the fuckery. Losing a job when you’re about to start a new phase in your life isn’t grand no matter what the circumstances are. I wish you luck, Mindy! *squeezes*
I’m thinking of you Mindy. I wish you the best of luck on the job hunt.
aw, cheer up buttercup. At least the court stuff is done. maybe you will get the new job. Good luck.
You are going through almost the same thing I went through, except I was given 5 minutes of notice instead of 4 whole months. My best advice is to work at finding the best job you can and find a way to make proper adjustments. This is why your degree is important - another valuable lesson I learned after being laid off.
i’m so with you on the “fuck july” train. :(
Yikes to all of the above!
First, your old landlord is still a douche. I’m glad you were able to get some of your security deposit back though!
Second, the new CEO is a douche too. It’s good that you have time to look for a new job but it sucks because you were relying on your schedule there for school.
I was sexually harassed and harassed about my sexual orientation at my last job, so I quit. Yeah… 2008 in general kind of sucks. But, gotta keep moving!
well like people say things happen for a reason even if the things that happen are bad. you just stay focused and not give up on what you have in front of you. you have a great future ahead of you, just gotta keep going. maybe this whole situation will make you stronger as a person and prepare you for what may lie ahead. it sucks not having a job but in the end if you keep a positive mind you’ll be alright even if its hard to when things aren’t going so good girl keep you head up. i’m pretty things will get better with time. i mean you’ve worked there for 4 years that should be enough to be considered for the other job. all i can say just keep your head up and never lose your focus. :)
Oh wow :( I’m sorry. That really sucks and I hope things make an awesome turn for the better. I can’t believe they just up and cut you like that for no reason. I’d be so mad. I wouldn’t want to return to the company in a different position but if the positives outway the negatives (aka them being an ass to you) I can see why you want to.
you’re one of the strongest people i know. i have total faith you will pull through just fine.
Glad that you at least got some money from the slumlords.
And I wish you best of luck in finding and even BETTER job soon =)
I’m so sorry Mindy. I know how hard it can be looking for a job. I’m sure you’ll find something. Plus, there’s always a dormitory if you have to follow those foot steps?
I’m glad you won your lawsuit!
Glad the court stuff was settled, but that sucks about your job. Good luck!
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