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It's been quite a tough few weeks here for me and the fam.

I've been hit with quite the 1-2 nasty punch. Last week, my wife had a miscarriage, which was quite heart breaking. And this week I found out that my retail job is going to be cut shortly. This after things started to look up...

The one upside about the job is that I've been looking for a while, so hopefully something will happen soon. And thanks to you guys, I've been able to prepare (at least for a little while) to pay the bills with my money saved..(thanks mr. ramsey!
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Amazingly, my wife and I are still somewhat positive about things...and trying to keep our heads up. So I have a lot on my mind, so if I seem to be out of it, I'm just warning you now.
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I'm hoping for the best in the next few months...

And feel free to post comments or suggestions...... thanks for listening to my vent.
 
I am so sorry to hear you and your wife are struggling with some major life issues. How sad and heartbreaking. I will say a special prayer for your strength, peace and comfort. I will also pray that things improve and for brighter days ahead.
 
When ever thing have gotten rough in my life, it never gets me too down because I believe one thing, that good things will happen to good people who work hard.

Life will never be perfect, but if you do the right things, it usually turns out to be OK. Keep your head up and bust your tail my friend, I believe things will work them selves out for you.

My heart goes out to you and your wife, take care.
 
As cliché as it sounds, it will make you stronger. I've found that when things like this happen it's because there's something better waiting a short distance down the road. We've all been there on our life walks-it's how we handle it that counts.

You've done well in preparing for one of life's rough patches-turn it around and be thankful that you had the foresight to keep your finances in order for a potential job loss. You're ahead of the vast majority of your peers. It's men like you that will bounce back, chalk it up to the school of hard knocks, and move forward.

Your wife will emotionally depend on you for some time to come. Be there, and know that while you can't fix it, you can be her rock as she recovers. You'll both grow and be stronger, but it will hurt for a while. Quite a while.

My most sincere sympathies for you and your wife on the loss.
 
I cant imagine the hurt of a miscarriage, after the excitement of knowing there is a baby coming...

I suppose the best realization is that nature and your wife's body know best, and the viability of the baby was not great. As hard as it seems, maybe it is for the best. Im sure you will enjoy the joy of a child soon.

A job is a job. Sounds like you made the right decisions. Good for you.

Best of luck with everything. Sorry to hear of the tough times, but try to make lemonade from lemons and move on. Things will improve, Im sure of it.
 
Those are a couple of tough pills to swallow, very sorry to hear of your troubles. Keep your head up, things have a way of cycling back around. Your wife will need you to be the best husband you can be for awhile..
 
I'm certainly sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

As for the job, keep your head up. It certainly sounds like you are proactive about it. Hard work pays off.

Best wishes and better times will come soon.
 
I pray for you and your wife that your situation gets better.

Why is your job being cut...
store closing, staff cuts, new ownership, etc...?

Hard working folks always tend to land on their feet and find a job.
 
I'm sorry to hear this, and I wish all the best for you. What ever happens, make sure to not let these events define your lives. And, be very good to your wife. Help her heal. While the job thing is stressful, there really are jobs available, and good ones too.
 
Dave,

I'm truly sorry about the miscarriage, only your wife and yourself can understand the hurt of this.

As for the job, my sister just lost her job of 15 years due to cuts (probably so more money can go into the bosses pockets) so you are certainly among many others that are being shafted. So much for the economy rebounding on main street. Fact is it is just NOT true.

I hope the best for you while things are getting tougher I still think that decent people usually survive and persevere.
 
Prayers for you. My wife and I have experienced a miscarriage many years ago.

I just experienced a job change. I worked at a Ford dealership that is about to fold. I was working in the parts department. I was able to return to car sales at a dealership that I worked for previously. I am lucky to have a job. Its not perfect, but at least I have a job. Guaranteed salary plus commission. Funds will be short but we will adapt.

Remember, "attitude determines altitude". The one thing you can control is your attitude, not the circumstances around you. Maintain a positive attitude while you search for a new opportunity. Good luck and prayers to you!
 
Dave sorry to hear that. My wife had a miscarriage on our first pregnancy. It was very tough for a few weeks but when we found out that 20% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage we got past the feeling that there was something wrong with us. So keep your chin up and stay close to her and be the shoulder for her to cry on. Women take that pretty hard. I know my wife did.

But we got through it and now have 3 children. Best wishes to you both.
 
Ive been laid off on two separate occassions. Im now earning more than i did at the positions i got laid off. Not easy, but things get better. Be sure to fight for a job that you like. You will look back at this and realize how well you did despite having been through a low point. Hang in there.
 
Dave - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your wife. Glad to hear that your optimistic about the future. My personal opinion is that the economy is going to turn around, and that the good folks, those who work hard, will always be able to find a job. I count you in that category and wish you the best of luck.

Cheers,
Astro
 
Having gone through a similar situation all I can say is keep your head up, keep looking for a better position and keep trying for another - sent you a PM.

Be there for each other and things will get better.
 
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