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04-26-2008, 01:16 PM
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Name: Trent Mason City: Wrightsville Beach State: NC County: New Hanover Join Date: Feb 2008 Age: 29 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Well, I'm about to be shopless (and broke). I found out two nights ago that my office is closing on Monday and we're all being laid off. Unfortunately, that is where my shop is setup. I'm looking at possibly storing all of my tools in a friend's garage for a little while, but I won't be able to work that much in there as he is trying to sell his house. To be honest, that is the least of my worries. With my severance package I'll have about a month to find another job. I guess that isn't that bad. To be honest, I was sick of that job so this is probably a good thing that has happened. I just feel bad for some of my coworkers who are married and have families/mortage/near retirement. I'm trying to be optimistic about it and look at it as an opportunity in disguise. Thanks so much for your support. You guys (and gals) are the greatest! 
Trent
__________________  "flight of the sea birds, scattered like lost words......"
The ability to do woodworking no longer available in Bud Light. 
"We should never separate the lives we live
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04-26-2008, 01:19 PM
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Name: Phillip City: Charlotte State: NC County: Mecklenburg Join Date: Mar 2007 Age: 27 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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You can always bring your tools out here to store, I promise I'll try my best to not use them too much! 
Best of luck though, looks like we'll both be surfing the job market at about the same time!
Best wishes from our house to you and your co-workers!!
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"Okay Hunny, so my hobby is collecting other hobbies. Atleast I'm well rounded!"
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04-26-2008, 02:24 PM
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Name: Rob City: Hendersonville State: NC County: Henderson Join Date: Nov 2005 Age: 66 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent,
Sorry to hear of this latest misfortune, but you've got your head on right and you'll find a better opportunity just down the road. I'm sure other members in the Wilmington area will chime in with offers to help you keep your tools secure and they may even know of some job opportunities. Keep on keeping on!
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Rob  Truths: There is no such thing as a 25 hour day, so why do I keep trying to cram so much into every day so it seems that way!   | |
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04-26-2008, 02:50 PM
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Name: Tom City: Yadkinville State: NC County: Yadkin Join Date: Jun 2006 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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If the job for you isn't in the near future, Trent, perhaps you can work one of the seasonal jobs at the beach that pays cash.
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The Tao of Tom: Be good to your pet(s). Invest in good Karma.
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04-26-2008, 03:42 PM
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#5 | | Administrator
Senior Moderator
Name: Tracy City: Salisbury State: NC County: Rowan Join Date: Feb 2008 Age: 47 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent,
Just remember that when one door closes it is usually to make room or opportunity for another door to open. Hopefully it will be a bigger and better door. I wish you luck.
__________________ Tracy
Making Friends One Post At A Time 
The task is always worthwhile if you learn something in the process.
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04-26-2008, 04:53 PM
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Name: Ed City: Charlotte State: NC County: Mecklenburg Join Date: Apr 2006 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Sorry to hear of your troubles! I was laid off back in October and am still looking. I wish you better luck in securing a new position than I've had! | |
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04-26-2008, 04:57 PM
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Name: Charles City: Wilmington State: NC County: New Hanover Join Date: Nov 2005 Age: 61 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent, sorry to hear about the job (and shop). Hopefully, something will turn up quickly. | |
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04-26-2008, 05:46 PM
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#8 | | Moderator
Name: Mike Hall City: Indian Trail State: NC County: Union Join Date: Feb 2006 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent,
Sorry to hear about the job. This is probably a kick in the pants to find something you really want to do. I'm putting my feelers out for a new opportunity. I have to say it's much easier looking for a new job while you have one. Good luck in your search. What is it that you do? Maybe we can all keep our eyes and ears out for opportunities.
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Take the attitude of a student, never be too big to ask questions, never know too much to learn something new. Og Mandino | |
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04-26-2008, 06:32 PM
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#9 | | Asst. Webmaster
Name: Bas City: Cary State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Aug 2007 Age: 35 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent, best of luck finding a new job. Let's hope this is indeed an opportunity and you'll come out of this ahead.
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Bas.
I don't need it. I just want it.
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04-26-2008, 09:07 PM
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#10 | | Moderator
Advisory Panel
Name: Cathy City: Forest City State: NC County: Rutherford Join Date: Oct 2005 Age: 53 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Sorry to hear about your job. I know something will appear for you - just remember to keep your eyes and ears open. Sometimes things develop from unexpected sources.
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04-26-2008, 09:18 PM
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#11 | | Senior Moderator
Name: Scott City: Cary State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Jul 2007 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent sorry to hear of your problems. I wish there was more I could say or do but to tell you to hang in there. Things seem to work out in the long haul. Good Luck.
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Making Saw Dust With a Scroll Saw
Scott
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04-26-2008, 09:19 PM
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#12 | | Moderator
Name: Wayne City: Cary State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 61 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Sorry to hear the news, Trent. Remember. One door may close, but another much larger door full of opportunity will open for ya!
Time to take a break, enjoy the month of May and by all means be selective of the next opportunity!
Good Luck and hang in there!
Wayne
__________________ ..............found out many years ago that Elbow Grease doesn't come in a bottle!!!! | |
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04-26-2008, 09:51 PM
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Name: Dennis City: Ivan's Corner (Monroe) State: NC County: Union Join Date: Jan 2007 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent, I don't mean to downplay your situation, but my grandmaw, who raised 7 children as a widow, always said, "For every 'possum there's a 'simmon tree somewhere." You just gotta keep huntin' man. | |
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04-26-2008, 09:58 PM
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#14 | | Webmaster
Director
Name: DaveO City: Clayton State: NC County: Johnston Join Date: Aug 2005 Age: 38 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Trent I have always heard that "crap" comes in threes. Your girl friend, your last place of residence and your job. The good news is that it's all over now and things are going to turn around for you. Just remember you were looking for work when you found your last position, and you will find another. You're a smart guy, and that is a rare commodity in todays job market. This might be a blessing in disguise, you might find the job that you've always wanted, but never had the gumption to go looking for.
Please do tell us what your field is, there are many folks on this site with many different business, that may be hiring or looking for the right person to fill a position that is poorly staffed. I feel confident that you're going to come out of this smelling pretty and walking tall 
Dave 
__________________   Nothing left to do but smile, smile, smile
Honestly Honey, that will cost around $100 $150 $200, and I need a few more tools. 
Heard from a client..."If I had your tools and experience...I could do it myself" 
"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."
--Dr. Seuss
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04-26-2008, 10:06 PM
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Name: allen City: Plymouth State: NC County: Washington Join Date: Jan 2007 Age: 43 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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i feel your pain,i too was the victim of a layoff from weyerhaeuser 2 yeaRs ago. allthough ive been working as a carpenter and ive learned a lot...im still waitin for that '' other door'' to open
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