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Old 09/14/2006, 06:34 PM
Justin74 Justin74 is offline
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OT: Bad news Good news

I always like to hear the bad news first, so here it goes. Due to unforeseeable hardships,finances, and personal matters. My employer sat me down last week to talk about his position and my future. The feeling needless to say killed the normal spring in my step as I walked into his office.

"Justin, you are an outstanding worker. And this is very hard for me because I also consider you a friend..."
Then proceeded to tell me how he was forced to cut the staff in half. Knowing his staff consisted of only 5 people, and me being last to be hired. I knew to whom was included in this half. I tried to be positive and ultimately was as from day one I was told I was temporary. That was 9 months ago. I wasnt getting payed half of my competitive wage, but was happy to show up everyday, cuz the guy was the best boss you could to ever have. Understanding, flexible, and gave me perks like unlimited use of a nice pocket PC/phone and time off when I needed, no questions asked. Plus it was conveniently where my girlfriend works, so it was acceptable. But, the low pay was starting to catch up to me, as some of you may have noticed hearing my power go out and an almost total tank crash(which btw has completely turned around!And now have a pH of 8.3 and everyone seems to be happy, I'll see if I can post pics tomorrow Doug, thanks for asking!) and among other things that we were doing the balancing act to make ends meet.
Today, I find out that tomorrow is my last day here at Bones Law Firm and I will be considered "layed-off". Talk about a heavy head and a heavy heart!

But!Now for the good news! Before the day was done, I mean close too. Another attorney approached me, that Ive worked with on an off since working here. "Sooo, Justin. How would you feel, about working for me?" after I asked what his proposal was in terms of compensation, I did a momentary backflip within myself, and said SURE!

So from feeling like I was about to be struggling through some of the darkest times yet to come. I am now net'ing $500 dollars more a month!Whoohoo!!Not only that, but Im working in the same building! Can I get an Amen!??!

Just wanted to share with my online buddies here, thanks for readin.

-Justin
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Old 09/14/2006, 06:42 PM
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Smile

You know what they say...Good things happen to Good People...

Good luck on your new job...
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Old 09/14/2006, 06:43 PM
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That's great, Justin! Congratulations! What a roller coaster
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Old 09/14/2006, 06:44 PM
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I was starting to get all depressed at the beginning - but in the end all I can say is damn! I'll give you an Amen for that!
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Old 09/14/2006, 06:47 PM
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Your own actions have a lot to do with your "luck".

Well done.
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Old 09/14/2006, 08:20 PM
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Nice Glad it worked out for you in the long run!
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Old 09/14/2006, 08:40 PM
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Dude thats great to hear. I hope the new job goes well for you.
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Old 09/14/2006, 08:42 PM
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Thanks guys, some nice words too, thanks.

-Justin
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Old 09/14/2006, 08:45 PM
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Congratulations.....now celebrate and buy another tank!!!!
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Old 09/14/2006, 08:51 PM
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Congrats Justin, and that wasn't luck! It was your hard work and kindness(with a touch of fun), paying itself back.

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Old 09/14/2006, 09:05 PM
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In the Midst of Caos lies Oportunity! Good Luck...
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Old 09/14/2006, 09:11 PM
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Congratulations.....now celebrate and buy another tank!!!!
AGREE!!!!
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Old 09/14/2006, 10:21 PM
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Thats really great Justin. Don't scare me like that! As others have said, you are a great guy and deserve the best. AND you are still close to the coral reef shop!!
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Old 09/14/2006, 10:54 PM
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wow, i'm so glad everything worked out! It was more of just "surprising" news rather than bad/good. hehe makes me happy to see how good things happen to good people =) congratz!
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Old 09/14/2006, 11:19 PM
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congrats on the new gig brutha!
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Old 09/15/2006, 12:04 AM
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Glad to hear it worked out so well!!
If only I could get a job offer like that

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Old 09/15/2006, 12:49 AM
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Just in other words as stated earlier... When one door closes another opens.... Congrats. I understand. I fear the potential for a similar talk myself. Nonetheless, I've got lots of hands stirring other pots.

Glad to hear it worked out for you. Timing couldn't have been better.
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Old 09/15/2006, 01:27 AM
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Congrad Justin, glad things worked out before the day is over.

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Old 09/15/2006, 02:11 AM
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Congratulation - that is just awesome! You truly deserve it.

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Old 09/15/2006, 10:20 AM
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Congrats, I'm thrilled for you.

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Old 09/15/2006, 11:23 AM
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And here I was getting all bumbed out at the start of that post... Glad there was a silver lining to the day...congrats.
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Old 09/15/2006, 01:04 PM
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Wow! Guys, choke me up why dont you! It feels really good to hear all of your nice words, forget just how many online buddies I got Thanks for reminding me!

-Justin
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Old 09/15/2006, 01:26 PM
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Congrats Justin! All things happen for a reason. Glad it worked out.
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Old 09/16/2006, 03:52 PM
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More money is always good, I am working about 30 hours of OT with in the next 2 weeks....

This is going to be a LONG pay period....
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