Best of luck moving forward Chuck :-)
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Best of luck in the future Chuck.
You deserve it.
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i hope you have children
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:-) Curious why?

Yes 5 between me and the wife.

All grown now :-)

Chas
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because people like you should reproduce
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My work environment has been one of huge uncertainty for over a year now and guys with 20 years experience are being sent packing and others are taking medical leave from the stress.

They say things happen for a reason, and hopefully "they're" right.

It's a tough time we're going through but I have a strong feeling you'll be fine.

Planning for the future and having a plan for a rainy day is a sign of a smart man.

Best wishes.
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Though it has been said plenty of time, not sure it can be said too many...... Sorry for the bump in the road/misfortune. Strange how often times what looks like misfortune can turn into something in our favor, I send positive thoughts your way. If an act of selflessness can bring good things our way.....your ahead of the game.
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wow! i do not know you, and normally, i wouldn't respond, but i felt compelled to say, wow! with your attitude, i kow you'll land upright and will be blessed. and, in reading the responses to this thread, you have the support of some fine brothers!! God bless!!
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My prayers are with you.
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Keep your head high and turn these events into positives. Best of luck!
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Sorry about everything. But good karma is coming your way.
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Only been a year since I was right there myself other than no volunteer opportunity they just dumped 50% of the people at one time with a thanks for your service and 2 weeks pay.

You sound pretty well prepared and I know you will make it. With your wood skills I think you might be surprised at how well you can do with more time to put into it.

Best of Luck to you getting thru this difficult time.

Dave
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Well today was my last day at work since they are only working 4 days.

Can't believe how excited and anxious I was for the end of the day to roll around.

Spent the week getting all the ducks in a row, took the wife out to dinner tonight, smoked a big fat "V" and a San Cristobal, had a drink and going to bed early tonight.

Tomorrow is the first day of the rest of my life and its going to be a busy one :-)

Chas
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How I missed this earlier???

God's blessings to you Chas.
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Sounds like the time to start "Chas's Custom Vinos" with shelves/drawers and veneer skins on the outside so it looks more like a piece of furniture. :-)

I'm sure all will work out in the end for you. Many, many folks wishing you well!
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Its does suck but we did the same thing. I am still looking for a job but went back to college to finish my degree. It will work out too for you! If ya need anything just ask!
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Amazing decision!
You did something few others would do and I applaud you sir!
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Good to hear you are looking at these changes as opportunities :-)
Best of luck to you
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Sorry to hear that Chas. I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason, and everything will work out in the end. The bad part is that the end can sometimes be nowhere in sight.

On a side note, I know where you are coming from. I got laid off from BMW of North America at the end of March. The bright side is that I am back in school and will be doing something that will make a difference in the world.

Keep your chin up.
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:-) Chuck. Thoughts and prayers with you. You're a great BOTL and a great person in general. Kudos to you to take the layoff. :-)
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