Apparently, the universe heard me, in my last post. A few short days after posting, Bobby lost his job in a layoff. I was devastated at first, as we were coming off of an exeptionally tough year in 2010 anyway. But I can't help but feel at times that it is the universe's message to both of us, to push us in a different direction, and to help me to strengthen my faith, to find courage in tough times. He wasn't happy where he was and I knew in my heart it wasn't the right place for him. Once we got over the initial shock, I began to see that it might be a message from the universe telling us that it was not where he was meant to be. I've done a lot of soul searching since it happened and through my sorrow have realized that when one door closes, it is because another is meant to open, somewhere, somehow. Thank you all for your very insightful comments. I read them all and am comforted knowing that I am not alone on this journey. I'll try to post more but am swamped in CHA projects just now. So in the meantime, here's a valentine card I created for the JBS Inspiration blog.
I am a lurker....I thought I would just share this with you. I was with my company for 15 years and my job was eliminated last July. People ask - Are you having a great time - like it is a vacation - yet it is not a vacation. It is a tough time. My word for 2011 is GIFT. I look at this time with my children and husband as a gift. I have just been offered a job and am thrilled that my life will change again. A gift. Now I am trying to cram what I did not get done in the last six months into the next two weeks. Keep your faith. It helps so much... beyond words.
Posted by: RobynS | January 17, 2011 at 02:47 AM
i am a lurker who has been following for over a year. you were the first blog i found.
My word for the year is change. Change can be trying and marvelous all at the same time. I am one without faith but have HOPE that life can change for the better!
hugs
tabitha
Posted by: tabitha | January 17, 2011 at 12:09 PM
sorry to hear about this Ranjini. But you are right "when one door closes, another opens..." Stay focused on what is important to all of you and I am sure a new job that Bobby will really enjoy will come along. Keep the faith... and call/email if you get a chance. Can't wait to see all your CHA projects.
Posted by: Meera | January 17, 2011 at 02:29 PM
Ranjini: I am so sorry to hear about your situation. But you are right, there is something much better for both you and your husband ahead. I don't know when it will arrive, but it will. A life without change (whether self-directed or as a result of circumstance) only gets stale. Try to revel in the change taking you forward. Know that we all are rooting for you!
Posted by: Cat | January 17, 2011 at 11:30 PM
2 years ago in January my husband lost his job. He'd been there almost 12 years and while it was a tough pill to swallow, it was also a breath of fresh air. He'd been unhappy there and wanted to get out but the hours he was required to put in did not leave much for job searches. It took 18 months for him to find something but he loves what he does and thats just as important as the money.
You will find a way through it all!
Posted by: erica | January 18, 2011 at 11:38 AM