I have to admit that I have traditionally been the cold hard American Conservative. I historically thought most people that did not have jobs were simply too lazy to want a good job. It is quite ironic how humbled you can become when you watch these things happen to people that you love and care about.
My father was employed by a local newspaper company as a computer technician for 38 years. Anyone with access to any means of media has obviously witnessed the destruction of ‘printed news’ in this economy. So after 38 years my father was let go without one ounce of compassion. It did not take him too long to find a job but it was certainly for a lot less money and no benefits. He has been at it for almost 2 years with no benefits, holidays or vacation. I have been humbled to watch the man suffer that provided me with a private education, 3 meals per day and fine clothing until I was old enough to join the US Army.
I realize that many people have a far worse story than this. In fact, I am sure there are fine people with quality educations that would settle for 1/5th of what they have made in the past just to have any job.
I am more convinced now than ever, that ‘sound’ business principles apply in recession just as in times of economic prosperity. We must be lean and focused.
If you are one of those folks suffering, my prayers are with you. If you have success stories or ideas of how to make it through tough times, feel free to leave your thoughts here on the blog.
kml
2009
Things are tough right now. I can't help but, think that things are only going to get worse. When our government makes the decision to borrow tons of money and raise taxes something dark is on the horizon.
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