If The Story Of My Life Helps Others, Then Let The Story Be Told

[RussH]

I am so ready for something good to happen. I have been really beat up these last three months, and I need something positive to happen. The latest thing to happen was losing my job. So here I am 57 years old and having to look for work. I am feeling discouraged and just need to have something that gives me a ray of sunshine; something to hang my hat on, and let's me feel optimistic for the future.

I guess what I really need is something that gets the dis out of discouraged, and get back to having courage to face the circumstances I find myself in. What I need is a job: a good job. I need a reason to get up in the morning; somewhere to go so I can be productive.

 

[Notsowild]

Oh Russ so sorry to hear you lost your job.

I understand about looking for work at our age. My children think I should quit my job because it is so stressful. But then I could be fired any day too for my outbursts. I have been "written up" twice.

I find a lot of places like us older baby boomers. We are much better workers ( I can outwork a 20 year old any day). We are more reliable, studious and hard-working.

Good luck with job hunting! I feel for you

Sandra

 

[The Albatross]

I like very much what you shared about needing something that gets the dis out of discouraged. Sending prayers your way Russ and am very sorry about your job.

 

[RussH]

It really bites, and it was totally unfair of my employer to terminate me, but right now they are looking for anyway to cut expenses, and this gave them the perfect opportunity to do so.

I do have several applications out, but nothing has come from them yet.

 

[RussH]

I haven't been here for a while, so I want to post an update. During this time I have used my time off to strengthen my relationship with the Lord, and to truly seek His face and find out what His will is for my life. I believe that God is leading me to start two businesses. I am opening a housecleaning business, and already have three possible jobs lined up. I am also opening a small catering business. It focus is providing a fine dining experience in the privacy of my client's home. I will, in essence, be a personal chef for their special evening.The ideal is to provide a romantic dinner they can enjoy without having to go anywhere. I want to keep it small: a dinner for two to six people. The name of my catering business is Candlelight Catering.

All points considered I am doing well. I do still, when taking my eyes off the Lord, get moments of anxiety about the financial situation, but I truly believe that God has this under control, and we will be fine.

 

[The Albatross]

You had been on my mind Russ. Glad you are perhaps starting a new venture that will be an enjoyable experience for people. Hope you prosper!!!

 

[RussH]

Thank you Albatross, I am planning on working really hard at it. Fortunately I enjoy doing house cleaning, and I love to cook, so, hopefully, the two of them will provide enjoyment and a livable income.

 

[HelenB]

I have been thinking of you lots, and really hope that you are doing well.
God Bless
Helen

 

[RussH]

-Hi Helen, I am doing ok. As you read I have decided to start my own businesses. It is going really slow, but starting a new business can be that way. I have an ad coming out this month in the paper, and hope to generate some leads through that.
Emotionally, for the most part, I am doing ok. I still have some periods of anxiety when I look at my circumstances, but I am truly trying to keep my eyes focused on the Lord, and trusting Him with tomorrow.

I am convinced that all has transpired these last five months are serving a God- ordained purpose. I also am convinced that we will be in a better place in the end than we were before all this started; it's just this path in between the starting part and ending point is a bit rocky.

 

[HelenB]

Glad to hear you are doing ok, particularly emotionally and hope that as you journey more and more forward with God, He will continually keep reassuring you and that through it all you will be stronger and be able to walk more and more into the plans He has for you.

God bless
Helen

 

[RussH]

Here is an update: I start a new job on Monday. It is not a great paying job, about one half my previous income, but it is a job. I have also enrolled in a culinary school and working toward becoming a chef.
My doctor as agreed to me coming off my anti-anxiety medication. We are titrating it down for the next month and a half.

I am feeling well, and all points considered doing well. I am sorry I have not been active here, but I have really been focusing on being positive, and not on my PTSD.

I am thankful to all the wonderful people I have met here on the forum and think you are all incredible examples of the human spirit overcoming adversity. I cannot promise I will be on here often, but I will be here keeping in touch.

 

[The Albatross]

Congratulations on the job, culinary school and also focusing on the positive and not your PTSD. Good to hear from Russ!