Yesterday afternoon, Jon received a phone call with news we just did not want nor were prepared for. We found out that Curtis 1000 is closing the Las Vegas/Reno Nevada Area, and Jon is being laid off because of it. We are in an utter state of shock right now. Luckily, it doesn't take effect until December 5th, and he will receive severance pay after that.
I've been laying in bed all night wondering if I should post this news. It's now finally 5:30 and I just can't lay there any longer. I once heard someone say that mothers struggle in the wee hours of the morning. So, here I am. 5:30 AM, struggling on how to support my husband and keep it together for my family.
We honestly did not want to be on the job hunt right now, AGAIN! I half way hoped that the economic struggles of the country would pass us by. It seems though that we are meant to struggle through yet another financial trial. I know that unemployment is high right now, and jobs are scarce everywhere. I am posting Jon's resume here. We are asking for any help in the job search. We are very mobile, only having a housing obligation until February.
Thank you for your help. Please keep our family in your prayers.
9 comments:
Oh Catherine...I'm so sorry. I feel you. I would lay awake, feeding & rocking Ty 4 years ago when we almost went through this. My prayers are w/ you guys.
I spoke with Sara yesterday, and we are praying for you. These times are difficult, but I guess we just have to continue to have faith and be strong. We love you guys very much.
We are sorry to hear about the job situation. It is a scary world out there. I keep praying that never happens to us, but who knows with the financial stuff going on. You guys are definitly in our prayers. If I hear of anything I will let you know.
Catherine, I am so sorry and how stressed you must feel. What a difficult trial to have to go through this time of year or anytime at that. We will keep you in our prayers.
Crazy. times are way tough. We are stretched pretty thin right now. I sometimes wish my husband was laid off, so we could just go in a new direction. Instead we just get told he is only allowed to work so many hours, or they send him home. Anyway you know you will be okay, just pay your tithes and offerings and you will be taken care of. We have made it somehow and I know you can too!!My prayers are also with you. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. HUGS!
I am so sorry to hear this. My heart hurts for you when I think about you laying awake worrying...
You and your family are in my prayers. :o)
Cat, I'm so so sorry! What a time for this to happen. But know that the Lord doesn't give us anything we can't handle. And I'm sure you will pass through this trial with flying colors. My thoughts and prayers will be with YOU and your family. take care and know you're loved!!
This is never something you want to hear...but maybe it means you'll move closer to us... is the house boat sounding like a better idea now??? Craig wants to know.
In all honesty...let us know if we can help. If you ever want to chat...i'm home and around. Maybe you and I could put together some awesome webdesign business... i have leads on clients ...you've got the design knack...
you are in our prayers.
Carolyn
Such a bummer! I think we're all going to end up like Grandmother Cook - saving all of those old bread bags! Good Luck on the job hunt, like my Dad always says "It will work out in the end". Keep your chin up!
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