Well, today my employer made yet another round of staff cuts and moves (the third in 18 months). And this one was really big, representing 16% of our total employees: 262 outsourced positions and 71 more positions eliminated. So many dedicated and talented people . . . many of whom I've been honored to work with for 10, 15, 20, or even 25 or 30 years. I'm equal parts numb, angry, relieved (because I and my immediate work group were spared), and sad beyond words. It's like losing family.
Some days just aren't right and can never be made so. Today was one of those days.
Some Days Just Aren't Right
1"If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world."
~~ Thorin Oakenshield