It's gonna be TIGHT!!!!

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Well, at DH's job (he's been there 16 yrs), they are having a major lay-off....they are laying-off 130 workers...this will not include DH as he has alot of seniority, but things are so slow that he has all of next week off and can't draw unemployment because he has to re-open his claim and it will be his waiting week. He has not worked a full week in a long time. His company is coming up for contract in April and they are more than likey going to strike. His company is owned by people in Japan and the labor would be much cheaper done there , so we are worried that they will close his plant. He makes corrigated tubing , used commercialy, so with the economy being in such a rut sales are WAY down! We will have to sell our house and move if he loses his job. we will then more than likely move to New Mexico. So, for now we are trying to be as tight as we can. Thank goodness income tax return will be here Friday...that's $8,800....so it will get us by for a while if need be. It is also a wonderful time to see God work. We are so not stressing over this and are waiting to see what wonderful suprises God has in store for our family! He will use all things for good...so we'll see!

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Wed 14 Feb 2007, 12:24 pm

Kim we will pray please keep us posted ... would you take the older kids with you ??
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Gayla

"They take great pride in making their dinner cost much; I take my pride in making my dinner cost so little."

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Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Wed 14 Feb 2007, 9:11 pm

I understand Kim. My company was acquired in January and we're on eggshells waiting to see who will be eliminated due to duplication. My DH is out of work and things are getting tight. I wish you good luck with this. Keep us posted.

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Wed 14 Feb 2007, 11:01 pm

Kim,two places are closing down in our town also and people are really hurting. You have a wonderful attitude about it though and I am glad that you have the income tax refund to help you out for a while. I will be praying!
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MARY

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Wed 14 Feb 2007, 11:21 pm

I'm glad to hear your positive attitude kim and the tax return will give you breathing space if it's required. I pray that things work out and you don't have to go through the upheaval of moving etc.
I'll keep your family in my thoughts and prayers, keep us posted please. I'm sure you're glad you worked out a budget too!
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Moderator Age : 28 Joined : 12 Oct 2006 Posts : 2011

Thanks ladies Smile

The prayers are appreciated! The lay-offs will start tonight. We'll see!!!

Kim

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Thu 15 Feb 2007, 10:46 am

Kim we are praying really prayer for you and yours.. Honey let us know
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Gayla

"They take great pride in making their dinner cost much; I take my pride in making my dinner cost so little."

---Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862)

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Thu 15 Feb 2007, 1:35 pm

I have been thinking about you today Kim and praying for your Dh's job situation. Give us an update as you are able,ok?
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MARY

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I'm praying for you,too,Kim! I love you

Moderator Age : 28 Joined : 12 Oct 2006 Posts : 2011

Well, the did the lay-off and DH now has to run 6 corrigating lines, actually 4 corrigating lines and 2 tube mills....I know none of that made sense to you, but he will be having to do the work of 3 men! Oh...please pray for his stamina! We have SOOOOO much going on right now with Sam (foster dauhter#1), I don't know how much more stress he can take. The good thing is...God uses all for good...we need to patient and quiet and see what He is telling us to do. Thanks ladies...I love you all.

Kim

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Fri 16 Feb 2007, 10:17 am

Praying Kim
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Gayla

"They take great pride in making their dinner cost much; I take my pride in making my dinner cost so little."

---Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862)

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Fri 16 Feb 2007, 3:20 pm

Kim I will be praying for you and the family my friend. If I could do more I would. We are having a tough time right now ourselves. Got the 1st bill from the hospital and am hoping insurance pays it all ($7093.00) for the 1st week. I havent been able to work in almost 1 month. I was making much but it did help. Oh well.
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Moderator Age : 28 Joined : 12 Oct 2006 Posts : 2011

Vicki, I can't imagine your financial need right now...a bill like that would sink us! I will cover your family in prayers!

kim

Subject: Re: It's gonna be TIGHT!!!! Sat 17 Feb 2007, 3:29 am

I pray the insurance covers that cost Vicki. Hope things are more settled too.

Kim, I pray that your DH can cope with the extra workload!
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Moderator Age : 28 Joined : 12 Oct 2006 Posts : 2011

Thanks Skin...