Cross your fingers, say a prayer, light a candle.....

[Nigel]

As some of you know, I was laid off in mid-November from a very cool company that I'd only been working at a very short time. I was out of work for a couple of months, then found a temp positon - making half of what I made before. The stress has been incredible....I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy....

In the past week, I've had three new job possibilities come my way. Two have fizzled. I find out about the third tomorrow. I'm trying not to freak the hell out right now........

 

[AzureAngel]

Good luck, man. Work can be such a phenomenal pain in the ass to get.

 

[Nigel]

Good luck, man. Work can be such a phenomenal pain in the ass to get.

Thanks, AA. And yep, it is.....especially when the bill collectors are knocking your door down. Makes it hard not to sound abso-fucking-lutely desperate....

 

[freescorfr]

Good luck, Nigel.

If your into all that prayer and candle stuff, try the symbolisation.

Find an object which represents your desire for permanent work. Consciously, be aware that this object symbolises a real desire which is inside you and the take care of that object.

Then, even if you don't get the job tomorrow, you still have your desire intact - it doesn't go off and get lost or damaged with a rejection slip. And, I bet you'll soon be in a job when you take care of your desire in this way.

 

[Nigel]

Good luck, Nigel.

If your into all that prayer and candle stuff, try the symbolisation.

Find an object which represents your desire for permanent work. Consciously, be aware that this object symbolises a real desire which is inside you and the take care of that object.

Then, even if you don't get the job tomorrow, you still have your desire intact - it doesn't go off and get lost or damaged with a rejection slip. And, I bet you'll soon be in a job when you take care of your desire in this way.

Cool idea! I've been doing the Creative Visualization thing.....will try yours. This has worked for you, I'm guessing?

 

[Guest]

Cross your fingers, say a prayer, light a candle.....

You've got it!

Good luck, dear!

 

[Debbie]

Sending you positive vibes,
thoughts and good wishes.

 

[Nigel]

You've got it!

Good luck, dear!

Thanks, raindancer!!

I'm off to shower and go to my little temp job now......

Thanks everyone!!

 

[brokenbrainwave]

Best wishes Nigel, I was out of work for 3 months in '97 and we were nearly homeless by the time I found a job, been there, know the frustration your going through and how it can affect a persons state of mind. Hope the third one pan's out for you!

 

[thumbs2_ca]

Good Luck Nigel

I have everything possible crossed for you.
Pretty damn uncomfortable too I might add so let us know as soon as you hear ok?

 

[JazzManJim]

You'll do great! I wish you my best.

 

[freescorfr]

Cool idea! I've been doing the Creative Visualization thing.....will try yours. This has worked for you, I'm guessing?

Yes, it's a development the French go in for - using objects to externalise symbolically what we are experiencing internally. I find it is more powerful than mental visualisation and takes gesthalt chairs a bit further. There is evidence in the neuro-linguistic field - I don't have the links on this PC, I'm sorry - that the process helps the left and right hand sides of the brain to communicate. In practise, it helps many people, and that's what I find important.

 

[tswyk]

Sending major good vibes your way..........

 

[J.B.]

Good luck Nigel!
green is the money color. oh and luck. luck right? I'm not too sure on that one.

 

[Nigel]

Just wanted to respond to those that I haven't responded to...before this thread gives its dying gasp....though I will let you know the outcome, since some of you asked.....

brokenbrainwave - thanks so much. You've been there, so you know it's been a bitch, and I thank you for your good wishes.

thumbs - if you start to cramp, uncross and flex. Stretch too...massage, if you must. Then get back to crossing...lol Thanks!

JazzManJim - Thanks for the good wishes. I'll miss seeing you around here...hope you come back soon....

Freescorfr - I'm giving it a go. If it helps, it helps - thanks for the support.

tswyk - Don't send me vibrators! oh...VIBES... Thanks, sweetie...you're a love... When does your plane get to LAX again?

JB - Thank you, sweetie. I appreciate it....whatever color it is..

Actually, this all hinges on my former boss. He is being considered for a new position...and if he gets it, he's hiring me. So...I'll let you know! Thank you all so much - this has made me feel so much better....and less nervous...which is a good thing....

 

[sch00lteacher]

http://www.giftservice.co.uk/balloons/images/miscellaneous/A20664%20%20party%20streamers%20good%20luck.jpg

 

[Georgia Girl]

The best of good wishes, positive thoughts and support are headed your way. Chin up my friend and when you need some chill time you know the music to take you away.

Dawn

 

[Sex & Diamonds]

The best of luck to you, and please let us know how it goes.

 

[Nigel]

Thank you.....

schoolteacher - I tied a string to my monitor to carry my balloon to my temp job today....but it just didn't work! I wonder why that is...... Thank you.

Georgia Girl - Thank you so much for the support. And I DO know the music to take me away....thanks to you.

Sex & Diamonds - thank you...you're a doll! I will let you all know when I know. mmmuah back to you!

I probably won't find out until tonight after I get home...but I will post when I know something.

Thank you all for this lovely show of support. It is VERY much appreciated....

Nigel

 

[*bratcat*]

 

[Nigel]

Update...thank yous...and a correction...

First, the correction:

xxdebbiexx posted "Sending you positive vibes, thoughts and good wishes. ", and I responded, saying something like:

Vibes? I don't need vibes, I need a job! Vibes, dildos and other toys may be sent to:

Foundation For The Frigid
PO Box 6969
Hackensack, New Jersey 10019


Thank you, debbie, for your support and good wishes.

However, the post did not appear. Or the appearance did not post. Oh, hell...it's not there! LOL

Second, thank you, oh brattiest of cats.... Your positive outlook is inspiring....

Thirdly, the update:

The decision will not be made until Tuesday. So...this weekend will be fun...not to mention Monday....

I cannot thank all of you enough for your support. It proves to me that even when things seem dark...almost darkest.....good things - as well as good people - can happen.

My love to you all...and a wish for a safe, fun and happy weekend to you and yours.

Nigel

 

[red_rose]

Gah, I hate it when companies drag out hirings like that

Good luck, hon! We're rootin' for ya!

 

[Desert Amazon]

 

[Allison484]

Nigel - You have absolutely the best of wishes from me. I'm in the same situation so I know exactly how you feel. Hang in there. Hopefully, good news is on its way. Got my fingers crossed for you.

Allison

 

[Nigel]

Gah, I hate it when companies drag out hirings like that

Good luck, hon! We're rootin' for ya!

Thank you, redrose....It's not fun..but at least it's better than putting you through an interview...then at the end, saying "Well...we're REALLY looking for someone with [insert random number] of years experience in [insert name of field]"...or "You were making 45K? Well, we pay minimum wage plus a [insert percentage] commission. I've gotten both of those in the past few weeks. Grrrr.......

Thanks for rootin'. In the meantime, do you know of a woman who wouldn't mind kissing me till my lips get numb?