CAROLJ

I was just informed I was to lose mine as of June 30th. I'm lucky, I'm not the sole support of the house.

Lisanne

Did you file a Workman's Comp claim for that? It may be too late now if you didn't report the accident then, but you could try. The money would be handy now.

I was going to say, sorry you've lost your job. Sorry to hear people are still losing jobs. You'd think layoffs would be easing up, at least.

amma

(((HUGS))) I am so sorry!!! I hope you find another job soon :D:D:D

fktsewing

I am so sorry to hear that you lost your job, obviously just because you asked for a raise. In this day and age, all of us are supposed to be "protected" from discrimination but I have to tell you that it is alive and stronger than it ever was. Since my DH's plant closed last June, I have seen companies turn down very qualified people because of age, size, how much they made before and yes, even their ethnic background and that is not just my DH. They just have new "reasons"---"it is just not a good fit", "you are overqualified", "you are just not what we were looking for" and it goes on. It is sad what is happening in this country, I am just glad that I belong to a group that "treasures" everyone without discrimination, and is willing to share it's knowledge. So my fellow groupies, pat yourself on the back, because if Quilters were in charge, the world would be a better place. I thank God everyday for all of you who inspire me, and share your knowledge.

nativetexan

No workman's comp claim. it was after working time and i wasn't going to put the mail outside in the mailbox. if i had, they might have done something . I couldn't prove the owner of the building at fault either, so it's on my insurance. luckily i have insurance!!

prezzy

Well said

zz-pd

I am so sorry, It just is not fair, and you probably got laid off for asking for a raise. my prayers are with you in hopping everything go's well for you. Penny

mountain deb

When it is an employee market, the boss does not say things like that. When it is an employer market, they can be a scrooge. I am glad you have other things going on.

jojo47

Hope your back is feeling better, and that soon you can find at least part-time work. Meanwhile, enjoy your quilting!