Even though I haven’t shared this news with most of my friends, I feel like I’ve got to get it out. Write about it, talk about it and hear all the wonderful tips I know you guys will provide me with.
On Friday morning I was informed that due to budget cuts my position was being eliminated and as of June 1st I no longer have a job.
Talk about the curse of Friday the 13th.
I’m sad, scared and overwhelmed by the “what the hell are we going to do?” questions. Did I love my job and plan on being there for the rest of my life? No, but I would have liked to have left on my own terms, when it would work out for us. If it would have ever worked out for us.
I want to work on photography, I want that to be my full-time work so badly and I want to spend my time with my baby. The thought of putting him in a full-time daycare center so I can make a drive and work a full 9 hour day away from the house makes me want to vomit. My mom says sometimes the universe gives us the desires of our hearts when we are too scared to get them on our own. Maybe this is one of the whole blessings in disguise we hear about? I hope so.
For right now, we are taking a huge dip in income. I know so many of you have moved from two incomes to one after babies so I would love to know how you made it work. I know we can get through it and I’m praying that I can make money elsewhere, specifically through Elizabeth Rose. I am praying that my business will be blessed and I have the opportunity to make it happen.
Prayers, advice, wisdom and tips are welcomed and appreciated.
Sher Bailey is a writer in the Midwest who believes the power of humor, Mod Podge, and grandkids can fix most problems in life. You can find her at SherBailey.com.
French Lover says
I’m praying for you and your family. Try and look at it like a blessing in disguise ? I for one hate my job and I cannot wait to be able to quit. It should happen in the next few weeks, and while my husband and I are anxious about money (he is looking for a job, too), this situation creates a world of opportunities – and that’s very exciting. You are going to be fine !
Laura says
It could be a blessing honestly. I was lucky enough to ease into this situation, if I had been working while pregnant, I probably wouldn’t have ever thought I could quit. But everything has worked out just fine. It’s an adjustment for sure, but you may be able to do it easier than you think. It just takes some time to figure it all out. Just have faith (I know it’s easier said than done).
Bree says
I’m sorry to hear about your job loss and you are definitely in my prayers. Remember where there’s a will there’s a way. Also, God doesn’t make mistakes. Use this time as an opportunity to focus on photography and you never know what great things may come of it! Prayers for you and your family!
Legallyblondemel says
I’m sorry about the job loss. I so hope this give you the opportunity to focus more on your photography.
In case it’s helpful – we went down to one income when our baby was born. Granted, that was the goal in our case, but what helped me panic less was drawing up a monthly budget after tracking expenses for one month (assuming you don’t do this already). Once I saw exactly where our money was going, I felt much more confident about our ability to survive on one income because I could see exactly where we could cut back.
bekapaige says
I am so sorry to hear about this! What a weekend you must have had 🙁 I know it’s hard now, but I do have lots of family and friends who have done it – even my husband was raised as one of five kids in private school on a not-extravagant single income. You can do it!!! Feel free to talk it out on here – we’ll listen 🙂
Little Bitty Things says
I agree with others…maybe this is a blessing in disguise. You have the opportunity to figure out how to make it work, because you have no other choice. Sorta like God giving you a littl nudge in the direction he’s wantint you to go?
Keep your chin up and we’ll be here to listen!
Kristen says
so sorry to read this girl, look at Sage and I, we did it (and are still doing it). We’re a one income family right now and that income is mine (which is smaller than his) but it’s an adjustment that you learn to make. Cut backs on phone plans, cable options, cars, motorcycles etc, those things that you don’t really need. While they’re fun to have they aren’t necessary, take a cut on them now and you’ll appreciate it even more when it comes back in your future. Shop at Aldi’s, no more date nights, start doing your date nights at home…. they can be just as fun and you’ll save a ton of money!