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I was laid off from my job of 11 years as a merchandising manager. The details are still unclear, but it looks like the economy and the current state of retail was a contibuting factor. With that said, I feel that trying to find another job in the same feild may prove to be impossible. However, I have been working on a program for keeping weight off after weight loss surgery. Perhaps this is the opportunity to have trhe time to finally develope and finish it. I am hoping that my family here at Thinnertimes and my support group will utilize the information and possibly offer suggestions and experiences to further this endeavor. Feel free to advise and let me know what you would like to see or learn about keeping the weight off. Wish me well and lets see where this new ride takes me!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites RebeccaNV Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 Sounds scary and exciting both at the same time. I wish you well! Tell us more. Quote Link to post Share on other sites CeeCee Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 Well, at least it's the summer, if there is a silver lining! I wish you luck, and can't wait to see what developes on your project! Quote Link to post Share on other sites cooper Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 I love that you are so positive. Maybe there is something that you always wanted to do, a dream you have? With your attitude anything is going to be possible. Best of luck! Cooper Quote Link to post Share on other sites blisandt Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 or maybe you can do something (same thing? new thing?) part time on a contract basis AND do the work on your personal stuff with the rest of your time? Quote Link to post Share on other sites LyndasRoom Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 Rain honey, I am so sorry to be seeing this so late. I feel awful that this turn of events has occured! You have such a lovely eye for design, I have no doubt that someone will snap you right up if that's what you want. Do something without heavy lifting this time...department store? and do take this time to solidify what you want to do with 'After the FAt"...try to enjoy the summer and getting ready for the wedding...It's hard, I know...all of a sudden it's like "what do I do now?". Quote Link to post Share on other sites rainrain Posted June 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 thanks all for your support and comments. I believe this is time for me to start this endeavor. I am giving myself through this week and by Monday, starting a new job of writing this book. I will keep you all posted!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Ruca Posted June 20, 2008 Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 We all know and love the District Manager for 3 Day Blinds. The top salesperson @ Carmel Mtn makes 100K per year. You wouldnt even have to put in a good word. With your eye for design and their corporate gas card the $$$ could roll in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites rainrain Posted June 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 Ruca said: We all know and love the District Manager for 3 Day Blinds. The top salesperson @ Carmel Mtn makes 100K per year. You wouldnt even have to put in a good word. With your eye for design and their corporate gas card the $$$ could roll in. well, i'll have to check her out:) Quote Link to post Share on other sites Duckie Posted June 25, 2008 Report Share Posted June 25, 2008 I'm sorry about the lay off. That sucks. Best of luck with the book hon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites 3 weeks later... MiladyB Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Rain, I would love to pick your brain some time. As you know I've been in discussion with my surgeon's practice in regards to their support group system. I think they are in great need of some type of program for their patients who have gained back weight or are struggling to maintain. I really feel it is essential for them to incorporate something. I've also been in discussion with them in regards to totally over-hauling their support group system. I've been thrilled that they have embraced several of my suggestions but I really think they need to take this much further. They know I am interested in taking a job as a paid support group leader. I'm not sure if they are ready for that type of decision but I'm laying the ground work, so we shall see. I was notified the other day that the Practice Manager would like to meet with me in January after they pull out from under the major medical system that they presently work under. This system has had a bit of a thumb on them and come Jan. they are pulling out and going independent. With that, they tell me, they will have much more freedom to make some major changes. Well good luck, Rain. 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