You all know that I've been unemployed since December 2008. I was laid off, and my former employer emphasized that it was not performance-related, but the result of economic restructuring. Even during the inevitable bout of immediate depression, a little relief permeated my emotions. It wasn't the first I'd felt ambivalent about my previous employment. It had become so routine over 13 years, and the possibility of advance either upwardly or laterally always evaded me. Add to this a mediocre salary (for my field), a high cost of living, frequent backbiting *, pettiness, and high stress, it's not surprising that so many people who've worked there have had "nervous breakdowns" or something close to it.
It was a regular income.
I have experienced a good bit of personal growth during these months of not having the pressure to please so many people everyday. And I hope to write more about it soon. Sorry to tease! :) My library internet time is almost up and I have to do a few more things. Thanks to all for your prayer support and friendship!
All difficult times will help us grow if we let them. God has a purpose in everything that He allows in our lives. Sometimes we don't want to go through it, but sometimes we have to anyway. Those of us that accept the instruction from God and learn, are the ones who will benefit most. Hang in there.
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