New Beginnings
I quit my job yesterday. I didn't think that I would feel so bad. With all that has happened and the uncertainty of The Husband's job, I put off calling HR to let them know - I was also undecided as it appeared that some positions were opening because of the storm. However, with the fact that the CDC has declared my city unfit for kids at the moment and I don't know how I would even go about finding a daycare since my home is now a ghost town, it was best to make the call.
I felt horrible after I got off the phone. I had the aching feeling that I was jumping ship. The organization for which I worked is in shambles right now. Eight people are on unpaid leave. The office has been opened for two days and yet only our HR person was working yesterday. They won't be hiring for the positions left open due to the fact that they anticipate at least a 50% drop in revenue next year.
Because of this I have vowed to myself to volunteer (probably doing my old job) a few hours a week. I figure if I'm volunteering they can't tell me not to bring my kid.
Despite how much I complained about crazy coworkers and just how cranky I became towards the end of my pregnancy, I was proud to work for them and it was the first job that I've had in an organization that I could stand behind.
That being said and on a not so unrelated note... A lot of people have offered to assist us since evacuating. We've been on the receiving end of incredible generosity in various forms. I am asking a favor from those of you who still wish to contribute.
The Girl Scout Council of Southeast Louisiana suffered incredible losses due to Katrina. The council office sustained serious roof and water damage. The most heartbreaking loss was the destruction of their two camps. The camps provided girls with acres of land for activities and overnight stays. There were teenage girls from New Orleans who had never left the city until attending a Girl Scout event.
Please consider donating by clicking the link below. Very little has been given thus far which is why I am posting today.
I felt horrible after I got off the phone. I had the aching feeling that I was jumping ship. The organization for which I worked is in shambles right now. Eight people are on unpaid leave. The office has been opened for two days and yet only our HR person was working yesterday. They won't be hiring for the positions left open due to the fact that they anticipate at least a 50% drop in revenue next year.
Because of this I have vowed to myself to volunteer (probably doing my old job) a few hours a week. I figure if I'm volunteering they can't tell me not to bring my kid.
Despite how much I complained about crazy coworkers and just how cranky I became towards the end of my pregnancy, I was proud to work for them and it was the first job that I've had in an organization that I could stand behind.
That being said and on a not so unrelated note... A lot of people have offered to assist us since evacuating. We've been on the receiving end of incredible generosity in various forms. I am asking a favor from those of you who still wish to contribute.
The Girl Scout Council of Southeast Louisiana suffered incredible losses due to Katrina. The council office sustained serious roof and water damage. The most heartbreaking loss was the destruction of their two camps. The camps provided girls with acres of land for activities and overnight stays. There were teenage girls from New Orleans who had never left the city until attending a Girl Scout event.
Please consider donating by clicking the link below. Very little has been given thus far which is why I am posting today.
4 Comments:
Love your blog. Made me want to start one of my own. Sorry to hear about your job but from the sounds of it you will still work. Good for you. Just remember your home is where you are no matter what nature brings us. I am glad that you are one of the smart ones and staying out of your town until they say it is safe to go back in. Good luck in everything. Just remember what doesn't kill you will make you stronger.
Im sure your job totally understands. A) Having a baby can certainly be reason enough B) the ate of New Orleans is also a very valid reason. I heard they were opening parts up again. Are yall planning on going back soon? Is the hubby already there?
The Husband arrived in New Orleans Wednesday. They've set up a mini District Attorney's office in the train station. I think it's kinda funny.
I leave Tucson 10/5 and will hopefully spend only a couple of nights in Spartanburg before heading back to the city.
The Husband has yet to make it out to the house due to the 24 hour shifts he's working.
Kelly,
I was reading this today and thought you might find this interesting. Hope all is well with you and the baby and your travels are safe.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,171320,00.html
Maybe you should send her an email?
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