Pity Party

[jamsmom]

As many of you know, I have lived with Jim since 1996. I worked directly for him the majority of time, but recently went to work for the other division for his mother.....who fired me on Thursday because she said there is just too much tension between her, Jim and myself. Well, the division Jim had closes 12/31/02. Jim is out of town and says he is furious at his mother for this. However, he is barely speaking to me right now. His sister says he justs needs time. But, since a previous girlfriend is at the corporate office with him right now, my insecurity is running like mad. I hate the thought of returning to the classroom and part of me wants to tell some of the employees things that will cause them to quit immediately just to make his mom suffer, too....but I won't.

I just needed someone to say that either I am normal or off my rocker. I have gone from crying one minute to furious the next to being thankful that I have a son that I know I must live for........ life just really stinks sometimes

 

[Briar Rose 7457]

you're absolutely normal.


I feel for you. it sounds like you're being fired and possibly dumped at the same time. {{hugs}}

 

[Serena]

Please, don't do anything hasty. They sound like they may deserve it, but you will never regret it if you act like someone your son should be proud of.

Hang in there, a lot of us know what you are going through, some even more than others. Feel free to vent all you want, we've got good listening ears.

{{{hugs}}}

 

[addicted_to_WDW]

{{{Hugs}}}

You are normal and human. Ya know what? Life does stink sometimes. But most of the time it doesn't and you have to live for those moments. Cry, rage, or whatever...do what your feelings tell you to do and don't feel guilty for being normal.

Best wishes to you.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

I am sorry to hear that you are going thru this. I am sure that some of the DIS folks might have some kind words and support. {HUGS}

 

[minniecarousel]

Oh crap! Jamsmom! You're perfectly normal in your reaction. Cool your jets a little. Wait 'til he comes back and see what happens. I assume you'll get severance? This is a crummy time of year to be out of work. If you're a teacher, maybe sub for a while?
I also think you should take the high road and don't do anything that will make you look bad (the bonus of making THEM look bad won't equal out!)

 

[jamsmom]

Well, today Jim has called me about 4 or 5 times and acts pretty normal. Maybe he did ned some time. It also made me feel good that one of the directors sent a very nice e-mail to the owner and sent me a copy. Can I share?

"Carol's knowledge will be greatly missed. She was given time to truly learn how to do things correctly. The rest of us are always so swamped that we just get the urgent things done as quickly as possible w/o putting enough thought into it. Carol also gives a lot of positive feedback. She lets people know they are appreciated. She has the potential to help us retain the good employees we get. So often people here feel like they are overwork and under appreciated. Carol has been a help to the Waco center in both these areas."


That made me feel better....thank you all for letting me have your ears.

 

[Boots]

Bunches of {{{{HUGS}}}}.