I was just let go!

[SPJ]

I was just informed that my position at work was being eliminated and I was being let go effective this morning.
I was there over 4 years. No pension (not vested since it takes 5 years), only 4 weeks severance (one week for each year), one month of medical coverage and I lost my vacation and sick time (they don't pay it out).

Now it looks like I am screwed. The ecnomomy sucks! There are no jobs out there!

I just bought a mojave! Now It looks like she will be listed for sale along with several other animals to raise cash. This just bites!

I am so upset right now. I can't believe this happened. No warning whatsoever! Just came up to me and said "your position is being eliminated, pack up and go home".

This is one of the WORST days ever!

[LadyOhh]

Steve,

I am very sorry to hear that... My sympathies are with you and the family.

[Peter Williams]

Thats terrible man, if you don't mind me asking, what was your job?

[starmom]

Stop.
Breathe.
Take no action right away.
Yes, the economy sucks.
Yes, unemployment is crazy.
But, for today and tomorrow and the next day- breathe.
And do nothing.
I know it's scary and crappy and undeserving.
But just breathe and do nothing for a few days.
Really.
It's messed up out there.
Just chill for now.
Feel your emotions and then let them go.
Everything happens for reasons.
Let the reasons come...

[Patrick Long]

Steve, Ill say only one thing.

Things happen for a reason. It may not be good now, or tomorrow, but at some point you will realize that it happened for the best.

My condolences to you and your family, best of luck!

[littleindiangirl]

I'm so sorry for you!

[SPJ]

Thats terrible man, if you don't mind me asking, what was your job?

Senior Financial analyst for the U.S. division of a chemical company.

[starmom]

Steve,
You are not screwed- that is dysfunctional thinking. You and your family WILL create your path through this unforeseen event.
You really will.

[SPJ]

Stop.
Breathe.
Take no action right away.
Yes, the economy sucks.
Yes, unemployment is crazy.
But, for today and tomorrow and the next day- breathe.
And do nothing.
I know it's scary and crappy and undeserving.
But just breathe and do nothing for a few days.
Really.
It's messed up out there.
Just chill for now.
Feel your emotions and then let them go.
Everything happens for reasons.
Let the reasons come...

It's hard especially since my property taxes are not escrowed and I pay them in one shot. I have a big bill due July 1st.
I also don't know if I'll find something reasonably soon.
This bites.

[equis8]

I'm SOOO sorry! and I feel your pain. I was just let go last month for budget cuts as well, and because of it we have moved, and are attempting to sell the house that we can no-longer afford. Things *will* turn around though, I promise. Being able to move was really one of the best things to come out of me getting laid off. Even if I do miss my job terribly, and haven't found a new one. I'll be thinking of you, and I hope that you find a new place of employment ASAP.