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Friday the 13th.
I was going to write a long post about my horrible day. I was going to entitle it “Friday The 13th” and say that, even though I’m not superstitious, it must count for something because everything went wrong today. I was going to explain that from everything from the weather to the people I encountered today, nothing went right. I even made a fool of myself yelling at someone in front of my father’s office trying to protect my father’s workers.
Instead of writing my long post about my horrible day, I just want to say that my horrible day just escalated to one big whammie of a horrible event. Friday the 13th just couldn’t leave me with a horrible day that I could recuperate from. Friday the 13th couldn’t leave me with a day that I could look back on and say to myself, “Oh man, that was one HORRIBLE day, but at least it’s over. No. Friday the 13th couldn’t leave me alone until it took something really special away from me that I couldn’t get back.
It took my job at the Y away from me.
I worked as an After School Counselor at a local YMCA for the past few months. Today, I was told that, due to budget cuts, and since I was the last person hired, I have to be let go. It was nothing I did or didn’t do. It’s just an issue of money and not enough enrollment. That makes it even worse sometimes. I’ve always left jobs on my own accord. It’s a strange feeling to have it be any other way. I know that’s life and I was very understanding. My boss was only doing what she had to do and I know she didn’t want to do it. It was coming from higher up even than she had control over.
I had some great times, met some great people, and it was an overall great experience. Luckily it was just a secondary source of income and I am thankful that I have my day job, but I am still really, truly bummed out. I came home and had a good cry. I’ll miss a lot of people, but I’ll be okay. It’s not like I can’t go back and visit, but it still isn’t the same.
Today was my last day. Am I silly to get all teary eyed over something so silly? I guess it’s good to find something you really enjoy, though. I guess that’s how you know you’re in the right profession.
Next week is going to be rough.
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Aww, I’m so sorry. =( Wish I had the words to make it better.
Oh no! Of course that’s not silly :( I’m so sorry you lost that job. At least you know that you weren’t responsible for it in any way and it was just the monetary situation. It’s still sad, though.
It’s not silly at all! You loved the job and the people so you’re going to miss it. I’d say that’s a perfectly normal reaction.
Aw, I am so sorry. :( I’ve been blessed enough that my family hasn’t experienced any layoffs, but it truly breaks my heart when I meet people that the economy HAS effected in that way. :(
I don’t know you, but I believe if I did, I would tell you to GROW UP AND GET OVER IT. AND GET A NEW JOB!!!!!!!! It’s the Y, not some executive corporation where you were head honcho, you worked after school. relax!
I appreciate your honesty. However, I’d also appreciate if you read things in their entirety before making such a harsh comment! If you had, you would see that I said:
“I had some great times, met some great people, and it was an overall great experience. Luckily it was just a secondary source of income and I am thankful that I have my day job, but I am still really, truly bummed out.”
Basically, I’m not truly upset that I lost the job because of a monetary reason. It is because I will miss the job itself and the counselors and kids I have grown close to since I started working there. This second job at the Y that I was working in addition to my day job was by choice and was paying next to nothing compared to what I am paid during the day. I am upset because I will miss the job itself, not the income.
@Nina: Wow, who pissed on your fire?
@Caity: I’m so sorry to hear this. Could you possibly look into becoming a counselor for another organisation? Friday 13th has been a horrid day for me, too. :(
Caity,
I’m thinking of you. Hang in there, friend…
Oh Caity, so sorry to read this. It was a job you loved so much. It can be heart wrenching to loose your job regardless of the reason. Just think of all the people and children you touched in your time there – you have made a difference in their life because you were passionate about what you did. Maybe you can see about the possibility of volunteering or see if there are other programs out their to join, though I know you were particularly attached to the Y.
As for some peoples comments, you have the power to just erase their nasty words. If that person hasn’t taken the time to get to know you through reading your blog, then she shouldn’t have the priveledge of leaving a comment. Because it is a priveledge! And it is a good thing it wasn’t a multinational corporation, because ‘those’ people are dull and boring and don’t make a better place for our kids like you do!!!
*hugs*
That’s such a shame. I’m sorry to hear that you were let go. :( As busy as you were, you always sounded like you really and truly loved it there. Hopefully sometime in the future a spot will become available for you to go back.
*hug*
Sorry to hear about the Y, Caitlin. But I know you haven’t had quite as much time to yourself so I hope that this is a good thing in the end!
Yesterday was my last day at work too, so I know how you feel even though I voluntarily left. It’s never easy losing a job.
Aww I’m so sorry to hear that. I use to work as a counselor for a day camp during the summer so I know exactly how you feel. Every year, when it was the last day and all the camp counselors would leave there were lots and lots of tears. Not only from the counselors but from the kids as well. It was always a bittersweet moment. I’m not sure why I got so teary-eyed I could visit the kids any time during the school year if I really wanted to, but I guess it was just the whole thought of leaving something so enjoyable…
Ooh, that really sucks. Seems like all businesses are still laying people off. At Chris’ workplace, more than 50 people have already been laid off. It’s a very scary time. At least you still have your teaching job, but I know working at the YMCA was a ton of fun for you. I hope you feel better soon!
It is not silly for you to be upset. It’s something that you enjoyed doing. You should be uspet! Sending a big hug from WV to you. Hope you feel better!
aw, that’s so stinky :(
Caity,
You are not silly for your feelings over losing something. Cry it all out. And leave it on the 13th–embrace and enjoy the 14th and after because it has to mean that something bigger and more fulfilling is waiting for you.
Caity,
I say grieve as long as you need. Loss is loss and there is no hierarchy to pain. Example My friend is losing her second home, her cottage on the lake where her children spend every summer of their lives. My next door neighbor only has one home and is losing it. You are losing a job you loved. All three are suffering from loss and are in pain. One’s pain is no less than the others. We all experience loss the same it hurts.
I would suggest keeping a journal next week. Not online but pen and paper. Get your feelings, reactions etc all on paper. You’ll know when you’re done. Then you can rip it up or keep it.
I’m sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do to help let me know.
I’m sorry to hear that Caity!
Just be strong (I know you are), and remember that most of the times when a door closes, another one opens (is that how this goes? I don’t even remember and here I am giving advice).
Think of it as just another part of your life, of your beautiful, fulfilled and filled-with-love life.
Have a great weekend!
*hugs* So sorry you had to go through that. Not just because it’s the loss of income, as you said, but because you obviously enjoyed it and will miss it. :( You are definitely NOT silly for feeling the way you do. <3
Hugs, I’m sorry to hear that Caity. You have the right to feel the way you do, I was let go a few times before for being the last hire/bugdet cuts. Yeah it sucks but another door does/ will open.
I’m surprised that there are still mega let goes everywhere.
Aww, sorry Caity! Maybe if things pick back up, they will rehire you.
Luckily, it wasn’t your main source of income though!
*hugs*
That sucks, Caity! I am really sorry.
I’m so sorry to hear this – I feel really bad for you. :(
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Oh no! I’m really sorry you lost your job. I know how much you loved it :(. Could you not just do it voluntarily?