JEFF! Thursday, Jeff had an "exit" interview with his boss to inform him of his layoff and fill out papers. Although we knew for several weeks there was a possibility of layoff, it was a bittersweet moment to know a job can end just that quickly. But to see Jeff leave that morning, you would have thought he won the lottery. :) He was happy to be done and it was good to see him happy about work. This past year has been filled with LOTS of late nights, travel for 3 weeks and never-ending stress and barely a day without the laptop open and Jeff's hair sticking up from him pulling it up.
Although we have no offers for a new job, he is still an employee of Deloitte and we have full benefits. But the best part is - he doesn't have to go to work, no more laptop and no more phone calls, emails or notifications on his phone. If I had known we could have had this deal before, I would have asked to have him laid off every 10 weeks. :) All the benefits without the stress - best deal ever! So yes for the next 10 weeks we still have income and health insurance. Hopefully before that we'll have another job and be able to stay in Phoenix.
We are so grateful for our friends and family that have comisserated with us and have offered to help us should it be needed. We have a great support system and love all of you.
I may need something for Jeff to do until he finds a new job, so if anyone else's husband is available for a play date, Jeff is available. :) For now we are enjoying a weekend trip to Las Vegas to see Jeff's parents and having quality family time without the stress of work. Is this what a true vacation is?!
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I agree, sometimes being laid off is a blessing. It's so nice to just reconnect with family again after that busy schedule. But, we will be praying for you guys and hopefully he can find a job soon. What a coincidence, though... we're going to Vegas next week!!! Maybe we will see you there :) Take care and have so much fun!
That isnt the best news but Im glad you have some time together and get benefits. Good luck on the job hunt, the right one will come.
I agree, when Chris was laid off it was the best for us too! I hope and pray that another job will come your way quickly though! If you need so help, let us know! Good luck and enjoy your vacation!!
Wow! Congratulations, I guess! Good luck with the job offer. I hope it is here in Pheonix. I would hate to see you go. Let us know if you need anything. I hope the Vegas trip was fun!
That is hard, luckily you do have the 10 weeks. Rick is on his 3rd job since we've been married so believe me I know. Are you planning to stay in AZ or are you still looking to go other places?
Wow. Enjoy your time off, and I am guessing the job market in Idaho Falls is much better than in Phoenix, so don't rule out coming back up north!
Well, enjoy your 10 week paid vacation. Probably not a great way to get it. We hope that things will go well towards Jeff finding a job quickly and also getting one where you want to be. You mean, moving to Bartlesville doesn't sound appealing?! Best of luck!
Love,
Kim
That is great and yet sucks a t the same time. I know that something will come along in the next 10 weeks. Until then enjoy the time you have with out interuptions!
I am happy that he got out when he did. That job is one of the hardest ever I think. Give Jeff our best in finding a new job. I'm sure he will be so much happier and better appreciated else where. If there is anything we can do till then, just let us know. Scott would be great for a play date I'm sure.
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