The Wife was laid off today.

[here_is_to_hope]

Now we are a zero income family.
She was a contract worker so no unemployment, just what we managed to save monthly.
I have 22 apps out and have had 2 interviews, zero call backs or offers.
I have even applied at a car dealership to wash cars.
I have been out of work for 7 months now.

We have a bit in the bank and family to help out so we don't lose the house.

Well, we ain't in Haiti anyway.
And thank the FSM for food stamps.

[proud2BlibKansan]

1. Damn

:hug:

[Make7]

2. That's terrible news.

I hope things turn around for you soon.
 

[Terra Alta]

3. sorry to hear.

:hug:

Hope things get better for y'all.. and hope you and your wife find work real soon! Good luck!

[renate]

4. I'm so sorry

That sucks so much.

:hug:

I'm glad you have some savings and some help from your family. You don't say how much of a cushion that is, but at least it's something.

Good luck to you both.

[gateley]

5. I'm so sorry -

I wish I could DO something for you.

:hug:

[TheIdiot]

7. Things WILL change...

there will be signs of hope, and businesses will once again dare to borrow... and expand... and hire us back. I've been u/e since August.

[gateley]

28. It's been a couple of years for me --

but yes, "this too, shall pass". :pals:

[CTyankee]

6. Can I ask where you live? nt

[here_is_to_hope]

18. Beautiful Coos Bay, Oregon...

A great place to starve...lolz..

[MrMickeysMom]

8. Please keep trying...

I'm not sure what things are stable (restaurant industry?) in that part of OR, but please keep on trying.

I know it's easy to get discouraged, but we're rooting for you. Keep healthy and keep your chin up!

MMM

[LaPera]

9. "The Wife"? Man, how would you like to be refered to simply as "The Husband"

Isn't "my wife" has a much less possession sounding, less macho, nicer terminology than "The Wife"....The Wife sounds so distant, no love, like old people set in their ways use to think, and talk, referring to women as "The wife".....I'm a dude and I certainly can't get behind it seems so sexist and Archie Bunker like....I prefer to refer to my spouse as my wife, even "my better half" is old school but certainly has a nicer ring to it than, The Wife, the old lady, the hag, the nag, "The wife".

I am sorry though that your wife was laid off - my wife also lost her job, over five month's ago....

[tavalon]

12. My wife is actually more possessive,

in a strictly language sort of way.

[LaPera]

15. You'd prefer...

your spouse, wife, to refer to you to her friends & strangers as yeah, The Husband got laid off today as opposed to one's wife speaking to her friends or strangers, that my husband got laid off today - "The Husband" is what you would prefer?

[Yurovsky]

38. Give the guy a break....

for crying out loud his wife lost his job, he's unemployed, and you want to vent about how YOUR FEELINGS are hurt? It's not like he was slapping her around or calling her a b*tch, he just made a reference that he's probably made a thousand times (albeit one I wouldn't use), and on a very rough day, no less. Save the lecture for another time, PLEASE...

[The Straight Story]

14. The old battle axe might be better

:rofl:

[here_is_to_hope]

20. Let me try that one....

Ouch!
Nope, she didn't like it!

[EmeraldCityGrl]

40. lol.

[Starbucks Anarchist]

17. I'm sure that's his biggest concern right now.

:eyes:

[LaPera]

19. Well....

we're in the same situation or worse as my wife was denied any unemployment insurance and she lost her job over five month's ago - as we have no health insurance, a huge mortgage and responsibility to our children...And yeah, it certainly would fucking bother my wife if I referred to her in relating this story, so impersonal, to others, as "The Wife" and it would bother me too!

[proteus_lives]

10. Try for Census work.

I'm adding to my income that way.

Sorry dude.

[here_is_to_hope]

23. I was this close to picking up one of those positions

but was fourth in line.
Oh well.
I am sure things will get better, she is going to the casino tomorrow and I have one surfboard order to fill.
We have enough for two months at least right now and we are expecting 2300.00 on our tax refund. We can stretch that to July or August if we have to.
We bought this house in July, we qualify for the 8k credit but that process is taking 6 months or so.
We chose to file and then will amend when the refund comes.
Our mortgage is only 664.00, we are ending cable at the end of the month.

[proteus_lives]

27. Sounds like you're thinking clearly.

That's always a good thing.

Another suggestion: I donate plasma twice a week and that nets me another $55 a week. If you're medically able to, it might be a good idea. I work nights so I love doing it.

[tango-tee]

41. I wish you the very best of luck.

Those of us with jobs and health care and the ability to afford a few non-necessities here and there need to keep in mind just how quickly our good fortune can bite the dust.

Again, so sorry to hear about your situation and my best wishes and hopes for you and your wife.

[SallyMander]

11. I am so sorry to hear this

I have a friend who has been looking so long, she is close to giving up. Things are so rough right now, they just have to improve. Hang in there. :hug:

[TwixVoy]

13. The worst part of it are the trolls

who will reply to your posts telling you the economy is doing great and "My 401k is up this year".

I am living it too.

I have had some luck with the government. Check with the state/city government where you live. Right now my state is hiring a LOT of people to process the increased need for social services.

I'm also applying my retail work history to get a 2nd job (which will be a 2nd should I get this government job) as a 3rd party part time merchandiser.

[StarfarerBill]

16. I'm very sorry to hear that.

You have my fondest hopes and wishes that you and your wife will both get jobs again soon.

:hug:

[The Backlash Cometh]

21. Big hug to the two of you.

I'm so sorry you two are experiencing this bad time. Hang in there and keep your chin up. Don't give up on those interviews.

[Fire_Medic_Dave]

22. Sorry my friend I wish you and the wife well.

[lukasahero]

24. I think contract workers can collect

I think they just have some kind of waiting period. Might depend on the state. In any case - don't assume - look into it. I know my husband was a consultant and assumed he couldn't collect only to find out he really could. Please don't assume.

Hang in. Our thoughts and hopes are with you.

[TheDebbieDee]

25. I'm out of work, too. I hope we ALL find jobs soon.

[Yavin4]

26. I'm Sorry For Your Predicament

Look for work with the Federal Government.

[Odin2005]

29. Shit! That sucks!

:(

[mascarax]

30. I'm so sorry

I hope you both find something soon.

[applegrove]

31. I'm really sorry.

[Berry Cool]

32. I am so sorry.

I've been looking for 6. Not a happy thing.

Hope you both get new work soon.

[TexasObserver]

33. Recommend

[Canuckistanian]

34. Sorry to hear

There, but for the Grace of FSM......

I started a new job this week. Very nice. Very secure.

But my wife has kept us going for the past 2 years while I've been un- or underemployed.

I know how it feels living on that thread.

Hang in there and good luck. Sometimes it comes at the most unexpected times.

[Salmonslayer]

35. The wife and I wish you the best of luck

The last time I was unemployed, I talked to everyone that would listen. I would just ask them "what do you do for a living". I live in a metropolitan area so there is more varied opportunities than Coos Bay but it created an opportunity for me that i would not have expected.Give it a try. I cant hurt.

[BlueDemKev]

36. I'm so sorry....

....hang in there, and just try to find ANY type of work to do which can bring in some cash (and don't let pride get in the way).

Also, do you have an extra room in your house you could rent out to someone for a few months? There are a lot of people looking for inexpensive places to live right now and the extra income for you and your wife would be very helpful.

Best of luck, pal. My job is currently hanging by a thread, too.

[Brickbat]

37. This The Wife will keep you in her thoughts.

I've been there and could be there again. All of us could.

[roguevalley]

39. bless you, honey, you and yours. you join both my brothers and

my niece.