Rain, Rain...Go AWAY!

I have not been swimming in several days, almost a week. I have not felt like getting out until the afternoon. Well, in Georgia, summer afternoons mean summer thunderstorms. I am not complaining too much, we are mostly out of the drought. My cantaloupe and tomatoes are growing and the flowers are flourishing. But it's hot and I want to go relax in the sun and cool water.

David is progressing as he rallies up all the ammunition he needs to get on the official road to interviews. A wise friend and former boss who has been laid-off a few times herself warned David that it is wise to wait a few weeks to get yourself mentally ready for interviews. The first few weeks of being laid-off is about coping with the shock and rejection, filing for unemployment, etc.

I think that is wise for wives (or opposite spouse laid-off) to remember. We do not have all the emotions of parting from habits, colleagues and structure that our spouse may be drudging through. Some families may be desperate for that income, living pay stub to pay stub, however, if there is a bit of room for cushion, this advice may be beneficial in the long run.

Choosing wisely and efficiently may help find the job security your family needs. David has been organizing his job priorities into a circular graph (like a target) with the center being the primary skill set, the next circular being secondary and so forth. He is also purchasing business cards for networking purposes. His cards are designed with a short critical point resume on the back and contact and picture on the front. Last he is tying all the loose ends he may need to from his old job, like 401k rollover, dealing with transferring medical insurance to Cobra, etc.

I share this info, because, it is something I never would have considered. He is continuing his role as a great provider for our family in these small details. Encourage your spouse in this, men are created to be providers and can easily feel inadequacy under these circumstances. I am so proud of David.

On a personal note, the kids conned me into taking them skating since the pool is closed due to the weather. I got to complete about 10 sudoku puzzles while watching them go round and round in circles. Wednesday night is $1 night. I have found all kinds of budget entertainment ideas in my area that can help lay-off ladies' pockets stay fuller and kids stay happier.

Thank you God for the rain, even when I am a pain.