tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post7913546395785833860..comments2023-08-27T04:17:20.851-05:00Comments on Glimpse of My World: FAREWELL AT&T!Glimpse of My Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14317665029663259030noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-81922805599564420982011-07-03T10:51:41.780-05:002011-07-03T10:51:41.780-05:00I just found your blog. I love your cottage (I ha...I just found your blog. I love your cottage (I have my own old house), your garden (we just built our own white arbor and picket fence last month) and your vintage trailer (I have a vintage in the back yard). Then, I read through your archives and find you were forced to leave a large company you were with for 19 years (60 days ago I was outsourced by IBM after 14 years)! It's amazing to me how small this big world is sometimes. Thank you for sharing your home and life...I am beginning my life 'redo' and in the process of finding out what I want to do with this next phase. I appreciate your blog and posts. Thank you.Denisenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-20707827335248180692010-01-03T19:58:02.191-06:002010-01-03T19:58:02.191-06:00I went through five layoffs in my career in the gr...I went through five layoffs in my career in the group health & dental insurance industry - first one in 1987, then 1993, 1995, 1999 and the last one in 2005. I finally retired at the end of January 2008 after a 25 year career in this field. Even though each job abolishment is terrible to go through each time I landed a better position with more pay. I hated going through the interview process (multiple layers) - one place I had seven interviews (with the HR office telling me I was the leader) all the way up to the VP to be left hanging with no response. Needless to say I didn't want to work for that company. So hang in there something great is out there for you. <br /><br />One of my old bosses (and later a co-worker) works for Southern Bell in TX - he hired me back in 1977 when I first started working in the insurance field! <br /><br />Teacup Lane (Sandy)Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04664295814876984709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-67414418659761337872009-12-30T18:23:12.247-06:002009-12-30T18:23:12.247-06:00Oh Val, girl we feel your emotions. I mean really...Oh Val, girl we feel your emotions. I mean really feel it. My hubby was laid off the week before Christmas from his job of 10 years. <br /><br />Take it as an opportunity my friend. I was laid off after 9/11 from Chase and it was such a blessing. Makes you look outside the safety net and spread your wings. I'm excited about the the surprises that await both of you...it will be great things!<br /><br />Meanwhile, I'm here for support if you need anything...I know exactly what you are going through.<br /><br />Hugs,<br /><br />LaurieAnnaLaurieAnna's Vintage Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12273595754205380946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-28997880237446412912009-12-30T11:36:34.277-06:002009-12-30T11:36:34.277-06:00Oh, sorry about the job, but you are so creative t...Oh, sorry about the job, but you are so creative that you will think of something and soon I'm sure!1 Funky Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02423614215175688741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-61143205261055447942009-12-30T05:57:21.541-06:002009-12-30T05:57:21.541-06:00Wow Valarie... huge life change for you! One door ...Wow Valarie... huge life change for you! One door closes, another opens, make the best of it! Looking forward to hearing of your new adventure in life!<br />paula:)Paula ~ castleandcottagesignshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01121164306598283349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-72755607923901003702009-12-29T19:45:08.609-06:002009-12-29T19:45:08.609-06:00Can't wait to hear what your new venture will ...Can't wait to hear what your new venture will be! This may have been a blessing in disguise. Hope 2010 is just what you want it to be.<br />TeresaLife In My Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02493572832903698366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-35792870836117247882009-12-29T19:32:53.212-06:002009-12-29T19:32:53.212-06:00Such wonderful memories you have,, not many can sa...Such wonderful memories you have,, not many can say that they really loved what they did,, how exciting for you to travel down a new path the Lord has for you... I can't wait to hear what it is.... <br /><br /> Hugs;<br /> AlauraCottage Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13232333807529818159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-78487914639320990592009-12-29T19:25:41.523-06:002009-12-29T19:25:41.523-06:00Wow, Nineteen years!
My heart goes out to you and ...Wow, Nineteen years!<br />My heart goes out to you and all those who will miss being around you everyday at AT&T.<br />Look out 2010, here comes Valarie!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690722786561637489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-89624436075919856802009-12-29T18:34:36.820-06:002009-12-29T18:34:36.820-06:00I'm so sorry to hear about your AT&T posit...I'm so sorry to hear about your AT&T position ending, but it's so great that you have such a positive attitude! You are finding the silver lining (being able to finally pursue your dream), rather than focusing on the negative. I can't wait to hear what your new ventures is! Best wishes for a safe, happy & prosperous New Year! PattiDreams and Decorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08399919191398028978noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-62745549760652736492009-12-29T17:37:33.759-06:002009-12-29T17:37:33.759-06:00The grass is always greener...sometimes change can...The grass is always greener...sometimes change can be the best thing.Pine Tree Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03875921008304996532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-71888386277293911812009-12-29T17:12:45.420-06:002009-12-29T17:12:45.420-06:00How exciting and scary all at the same time. My b...How exciting and scary all at the same time. My bet is, we'll be running into each other more frequently, huh? Yippee! ~MindyMindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17150240407669351344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-25656234637490186582009-12-29T16:20:40.962-06:002009-12-29T16:20:40.962-06:00Well, can't wait to see what you're up to ...Well, can't wait to see what you're up to next, my Texas friend!<br />BrendaBrenda Pruitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14544794729410559072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-27021323267052370012009-12-29T15:11:33.833-06:002009-12-29T15:11:33.833-06:00I wish the very best for you. My hubby had his po...I wish the very best for you. My hubby had his position eliminated after 26 years (6 years ago) and it created a chain of events that led to us making a move to southern DE.....which we love....so while it was an emotional upheaval, much good came from it. (I got into quilting and blogging after that!) So...I wish you all the best in your new venture and can't wait to hear about it.Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03930049919252042391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-23410133902748059002009-12-29T14:34:29.930-06:002009-12-29T14:34:29.930-06:00Yes, God is in control. I know you will continue t...Yes, God is in control. I know you will continue to move forward with joy and thanksgiving!Diana Fergusonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14397053240610492128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-62852332320842134082009-12-29T14:27:39.053-06:002009-12-29T14:27:39.053-06:00Girl you have had such a great attitude! Carry on...Girl you have had such a great attitude! Carry on...can't wait to see what comes next. Could it have to do with adorable cottages?Staceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05728612514516285320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-44520297504428600922009-12-29T13:58:21.980-06:002009-12-29T13:58:21.980-06:00It seems this is to be the wave of the future. We ...It seems this is to be the wave of the future. We are all going through something related to the changing times. I love that you are moving ahead with a positive attitude and wonderful plans for the future!!!<br /><br />I wish you the best of luck and will pray for you and your family!!!<br /><br />God is control...YEAH!!!<br /><br />Happy New Year to you and yours!!!<br />XOXO<br />CathyCathy~Mille Fleurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15413479154040475056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-63728569667133220472009-12-29T13:17:38.831-06:002009-12-29T13:17:38.831-06:00Coming out of there with such a positive outlook i...Coming out of there with such a positive outlook i think you will be successful in anything u chose now! mishelleAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17067087424521470081noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-11489969905938208252009-12-29T13:15:31.053-06:002009-12-29T13:15:31.053-06:00Oh I'm sure there is a lot of emotion going on...Oh I'm sure there is a lot of emotion going on, you've given them a part of you for so many years! I've had 26 yrs., 10 months with my company and as of Feb. or so have about 3 to go, but then who knows what the future holds. We aren't promised tomorrow. I can't wait to see what your new adventure is and in the meantime, I wish you many many blessings in the upcoming New Year, TGarden Antqs Vintagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00815651077162635307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-74774829507729741092009-12-29T12:22:24.730-06:002009-12-29T12:22:24.730-06:00GodSpeed. Keep lookin' up.GodSpeed. Keep lookin' up.mzzterryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16276817684791982454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-86746306237540069862009-12-29T12:09:28.491-06:002009-12-29T12:09:28.491-06:00Val,
Good things are ahead. These crappy economic ...Val,<br />Good things are ahead. These crappy economic times can't last forever and out of these times new businesses will happen as a result. Can't wait to see what's in your future!paperjunk-lchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12675375535981883597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-51881862825793925332009-12-29T09:57:19.331-06:002009-12-29T09:57:19.331-06:00Aww hun I am so sorry but you know when you have t...Aww hun I am so sorry but you know when you have the attitude you do nothing will stop you! Kepp your head up and your dreams in sight because you will reach them and I for one cant wait to read about what your after! big hugs<br /><br />toodles-<br />SarahAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-9405605829238580672009-12-29T09:39:46.311-06:002009-12-29T09:39:46.311-06:00I can't imagine the emotions that you are havi...I can't imagine the emotions that you are having right now. God definitely has something awesome for you. so look at this as a stepping stone and not a stubmbling block!!!Six in One Handhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10452377995092649680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5313840036870343284.post-67766826279476555432009-12-29T08:29:19.581-06:002009-12-29T08:29:19.581-06:00Wow! Yah...Boo! I have mixed emotions for you. I g...Wow! Yah...Boo! I have mixed emotions for you. I guess they say when God closes one door he opens another. Here's wishing you great success in the coming year. I am planning on retiring this coming May and it seems that it is not getting here fast enough to suit me. You're positive attitude will get you a long way, so.... You Go Girl!!! Best Wishes!<br />Sandyjust a little bit shabbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11664562754500816358noreply@blogger.com