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 Post subject: Don't know about DCon now, just got laid off...
PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 2:06 am 
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Yeah, decision came from Corporate, far, far away. Company is not making enough money (we're a Public Utilities pipeline company) so someone had to go. They don't even know what I do. Purchasing, Shipping & Receiving, Haz Mat Transportation (I've got the only 49CFR Designation, it allows me legally to generate Haz Mat shipping manifests) Purchase Orders/ Accounting, etc, etc.

Bastards.

My bosses were apologizing, office gals upset, field guys pissed, it fukkin' sucks.

Already applied for unemployment, calling the bank on Tues about loan modification already, hopefully I'll still be able to keep my house, don't know about my friggin' black on black Mustang GT. Been busting my ass and then this.

The bosses want to bring me back, it's gotta get busy first...

Damn it, and damn it again!

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PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 2:12 am 
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Schitt, sorry to hear this Rex.

Hang in there buddy, I know I speak for just about the whole board when I say we're all rooting for you and that we hope something will come along very soon.

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PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 2:41 am 
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Man that BLOWS
so many people losing their jobs these days

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I am so sorry to hear this Bro.

Keeping you in my thoughts- I hope things work out for you quickly Rex.

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PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 3:39 am 
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Likewise, Rex. I hope things turn around for you soon. It's pretty shitty right now as we all know, things have to turn around soon. I work freelance but my main employer, who provided 75% of my income laid me off just before Christmas, and went down completely soon after. So it's been a struggle since then. However, I was lucky enough to receive a tax rebate after checking with the Inland Revenue (IRS), so maybe it's worth you checking with them to see if you're owed any tax. A long shot perhaps, but if they do owe you anything it would be a help (it has been a life line for me).

In the meantime, PM me your address and I'll send you a preview of my film to help keep you entertained.
You are one of the stars of DCon, after all! Before anyone else asks, I am only doing this for Rex or Fox will slap me on the wrists. Good luck man, keep us posted on the board.


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PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 5:52 am 
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Sadly the tax system doesn't work the same ADC.....if you're owed you get it when you file....no PAYE system here :(

Rex, any severence pay coming?
Anything you can do on the side for extra cash?
I do computer repair which helps.

Key is to get your name out there in the job market ASAP
Get some resumes out, call and call again....be persistant and never give up!!
There are jobs out there.....you just need to find one of them ;)

I know you feel down and trodden on.......but keep on going......onward and upward my friend :)

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PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 5:23 pm 
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Thank you my friends. Your words of encouragement mean a great deal to me. I'm in a rough situation- dealing w/ the bank to try and get a loan modification when I was working was hard, now being unemployed, I don't know what will happen. I gotta file bankruptcy, sold my trailer to pay for that. I owe the IRS too. :( Sigh.

I've been selling off props and costumes, looks like more will have to go. I've paid for a flight to DCon- it's on my gf's card, and we're not doing well at all. Should that fracture, I hope she'd give me my portion back, but...

I'd sold enough to pay for hotel, registration,food, etc. Then this. Sonuvabitch.

On one hand I could still go-

On the other, what if I do find a job and as a result, can't? With $$ spent, do I spend more?

Dammit all to hell.

Well, gotta dust myself off and get going,

Andrew, thank you soooo much! That is totally awesome!! 8) :delta:

I'll be around

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PostPosted: Sat May 23, 2009 5:34 pm 
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I am in the same boat as you. I was let go in April. What sucks is I am on Workman's comp due to a flexor tendon cut on my right hand. I am still on doctor's restriction so it has been hard to have any place look at me for employment until I am totally released June/July. I am currently dealing with Cobra insurance, Workman's comp, and unemployment. The plan was to drive to DC this year because I have so much stuff. Going is the big debate as I do not have a room yet and waiting to see what happens closer to Sept. You are not alone in this.

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PostPosted: Sun May 24, 2009 4:04 am 
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Keep your head up Rex.
Things will work out. Hopefully sooner than later. :wink:

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PostPosted: Sun May 24, 2009 1:55 pm 
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Hang's on Bros, here, same shits, no more contracts, too much employees, deal with customer re-wrote this year 's end and as contractors been on a immediat ejection seat, cause of third part salling non working product we operate, add dumb ass partners able to screwup at anytime ...
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Sorry to hear that Rex. Don't worry, something will come up.

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Goddamn roller-coaster ride of Rexual emotions... sorry bro, I pray to see you this year!


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Rex, I feel your pain. Both Spyke and I were laid off within two weeks of each other, and we are still bouncing back and forth on going, while both still looking for work. I wish you the best!

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I have airline tickets already paid for. Sold some props to pay for room & registration. Dammit, I wanna go, and nuttin' better git in my way!!

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PostPosted: Tue May 26, 2009 8:35 pm 
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Dude, my sincerest sympathies.
I'm in the same industry and all my mates are being let go. It's a struggle to keep a hold on things.

I only hope the company realises what they've done and beg you to return!!!


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PostPosted: Wed May 27, 2009 3:29 am 
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Oh man :(

I don't know what to say other than sorry :(

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Totally in my thoughts man. You're a tough bastard...you will survive.

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PostPosted: Mon Jun 01, 2009 6:34 pm 
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So sorry to hear about your loss... it's definately a sad state of affairs these days. Even though I'm still thankfully employed, I've had to tighten the belt and let some of my favorite pieces go. Here's hoping you find something even better!


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