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Posted by Brenda on March 9, 2000, at 9:09:36
Phil - been thinking about you. How's it going?
Posted by dove on March 9, 2000, at 15:36:02
In reply to Phil - long no time no see, posted by Brenda on March 9, 2000, at 9:09:36
I think the board filled up a little quickly, easy to get lost in the shuffle. So, I'll second Brenda with the addition of my own. Phil, the job still bearable? You surviving the new schedule? Hope to hear word of you soon :-)
dove
Posted by Noa on March 9, 2000, at 19:03:52
In reply to Re: Phil - long no time no see, posted by dove on March 9, 2000, at 15:36:02
I wonder where and how he is.
Posted by bob on March 9, 2000, at 20:26:58
In reply to Re: Phil - long no time no see, posted by Noa on March 9, 2000, at 19:03:52
> I wonder where and how he is.
Just sent him some e-mail ... if he responds there and not here, I'll fill you in.
bob
Posted by Brenda on March 9, 2000, at 20:35:50
In reply to Re: Phil - long no time no see, posted by bob on March 9, 2000, at 20:26:58
> > I wonder where and how he is.
>
> Just sent him some e-mail ... if he responds there and not here, I'll fill you in.
>
> bobMuchas gracias - I was going to ask you next if you were able to contact him. Maybe he's golfing?!
Posted by bob on March 9, 2000, at 20:52:28
In reply to Re: Phil - long no time no see, posted by Brenda on March 9, 2000, at 20:35:50
> Muchas gracias - I was going to ask you next if you were able to contact him. Maybe he's golfing?!
Golfing?! And I thought people here thought he was doing well....
Posted by bob on March 9, 2000, at 20:53:54
In reply to Re: Phil - long no time no see, posted by Brenda on March 9, 2000, at 20:35:50
> Muchas gracias - I was going to ask you next if you were able to contact him. Maybe he's golfing?!
Golfing?! Not that! Please, dear Phil, not ... not ... golfing!
Posted by Brenda on March 10, 2000, at 18:50:03
In reply to Re: Phil - long no time no see, posted by bob on March 9, 2000, at 20:53:54
> > Muchas gracias - I was going to ask you next if you were able to contact him. Maybe he's golfing?!
>
> Golfing?! Not that! Please, dear Phil, not ... not ... golfing!Have you found Phil yet? Let's hope he's not golfing! :)
Posted by Phil on March 10, 2000, at 19:08:37
In reply to Re: Bob - any luck? , posted by Brenda on March 10, 2000, at 18:50:03
I'm okay. Job sucks. Called in sick today and went looking. Seem to be doing better on just Klonopin and Ritalin, despite errors of judgement on career moves.
Thanks for the concern,
Phil
Posted by Brenda on March 12, 2000, at 16:32:56
In reply to Re: Bob - any luck? , posted by Phil on March 10, 2000, at 19:08:37
> I'm okay. Job sucks. Called in sick today and went looking. Seem to be doing better on just Klonopin and Ritalin, despite errors of judgement on career moves.
>
> Thanks for the concern,
>
> PhilSorry to hear the job turned out to be so bad. I hope you're doing well in spite of it. Golfing at lunch didn't help, huh?
Be well and good luck in your renewed search. B.
Posted by Phil on March 12, 2000, at 21:08:32
In reply to Re: Bob - any luck? , posted by Brenda on March 12, 2000, at 16:32:56
Brenda, Thanks again. For my personality type, emotional type, whatever, this is the worst place I could have landed. After about a week, I began to understand the word chaos in a whole new light.
I'm supposed to be there at 7 a.m. and don't have a clue YET if I'll walk in and resign, ask for a transfer to another dept or try to just tough it out.
Everyday at lunch, I would sit in my truck, in the parking lot, and wonder if I should even go back in! That's not good.
My little problem is MONEY. And it's very bad right now. I'm really diggin' this great economy everyone says we have...
Phil
Posted by dove on March 12, 2000, at 22:45:50
In reply to Re: Bob - any luck? , posted by Phil on March 12, 2000, at 21:08:32
Phil, you are still a brave man, whether you quit or keep dragging through the motions. I'm seriously bummed for you. And you're absolutely right about the sitting in your truck during lunch and having a hard time going back in, that is definitely not a good sign. Is the place just too much? Is there any people there to lend you a warm conversation, or a reference point as to whether or not the environment gets better after a while? Darn money anyway, it makes so many people do what they hate and abhor, and causes so much stress to the already burdened. Is the turnover/burn-out rate high there? Can you use any of the newly acquired experience, even if short-lived, to move on to something similar but different? It'll be hard, and I hope you don't feel alone, I wish we could somehow carry the burden with you. Good vibes, good thoughts and strength, lots of strength to back you up, that's what I telepathically send to you.
My thoughts will be with you tomorrow, as will my prayers. Let us know how it goes either way. And take care Phil!
dove
Posted by Janice on March 14, 2000, at 23:24:20
In reply to Re: Bob - any luck? , posted by Phil on March 12, 2000, at 21:08:32
sorry to hear this. Please keep us posted. Janiceif you want to compete for dumb job stories (or simply just feel better), just do a posting. I'll be fierce competition.
Posted by Phil on March 15, 2000, at 6:16:10
In reply to hi Phil..., posted by Janice on March 14, 2000, at 23:24:20
Janice, There's some goofy companies out there. I keep going back while trying to find something else when I can. I feel like Peter Frampton! One good album and now...whew.
This kind of adversity makes me stronger sometimes but it's a helluva way to get there.
On the meds, Ritalin and Klonopin and survival instincts, have taken care of the depression. Even though I'm starving, I don't feel depressed, I feel determined! I hope it holds up.Phil
Posted by Brenda on March 15, 2000, at 10:07:52
In reply to Re: hi Phil..., posted by Phil on March 15, 2000, at 6:16:10
> Janice, There's some goofy companies out there. I keep going back while trying to find something else when I can. I feel like Peter Frampton! One good album and now...whew.
> This kind of adversity makes me stronger sometimes but it's a helluva way to get there.
> On the meds, Ritalin and Klonopin and survival instincts, have taken care of the depression. Even though I'm starving, I don't feel depressed, I feel determined! I hope it holds up.
>
> PhilPhil - Good luck and I'll keep you in my thoughts. B.
Posted by Janice on March 15, 2000, at 12:54:07
In reply to Re: hi Phil..., posted by Phil on March 15, 2000, at 6:16:10
> Phil
Glad you're feeling determined and okay. and you're right, there are some goofy companies out there...very goofy!
I'm a bit concerned about starving because it could contribute to depression. But I'm sure you know this. Personally, if it came down to it, I'd probably steal for food or beg (not on the street - not my style).
Anyway, around here...we know this kind of stuff is all externals. Keep us up-to-date Phil, as we will all be wishing you the best, and curious as to your where-a-bouts. Janice
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