Dear Mom,
As of yesterday, I became a victim of the bad economy in Cleveland and around the United States. I was part of the layoffs at D&E – one of ten people who were let go for financial reasons. I don’t really feel like a victim, since we were very slow and it didn’t seem like there was an end in sight, but my job was taken away from me suddenly, so it was a shock. It also didn’t seem real until today when I went back into the office to sign the paperwork and pack up my things. So sad to say goodbye to my colleagues and know that I’m not going back.
I wish I could have called you when it happened. I know you would have told me what to do and reassured me that everything would be okay. I missed your perspective desperately these last two days.
But, be assured, that I now know that I have an opportunity to do something wonderful with my life, by finding a way to mix my zest for life and my passion for doing good, with actually earning a paycheck. It must be what is called a ‘blessing in disguise’ because initially it was a hard pill to swallow.
Our CEO apologized to me because he really did feel bad and our President told me that he would do his best to help me with whatever I want to do. I know that my reason to be at D&E was to allow me to meet some great people and gain some valuable experience from a PR Agency, all while I was able to spend my time with you and Dad.
For that, I wouldn’t trade it for the world.
I love you Mom, and miss you desperately,
Mary
