I was laid off 3 days after Hurricane ### ...

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I was laid off 3 days after Hurricane Irene devastated my home. Trees flattened the cars of folks that had evacuated to my home and did $### in damages which my insurer only covered $### of. I was recently divorced and had never had a claim before and didn't know if the adjuster issued a check on the spot, I would have no recourse. I couldn't pay the crane operator to move the fallen trees without the cash so I walked to a bank to deposit it and paid the guys. Everyone doing work wanted cash I had to get back to work. I had no power for 10 days and lost all food, but had to return to work on Wednesday. I was 'laid off' that Friday for not going to work on Monday and Tuesday though I showed my boss the news and police reports. I have always been a top 5% performer and never missed a day of work other than for a few sick days in 13 years. I never took my accrued vacation and always worked 60-80 hours taking care of everyone I knew that needed my help and support even when it was financially tough. I've asked those same people for help and they now ignore me like I have the 'unemployment plague. I am socially shunned by neighbors that found out I took unemployment for the first 6 months. None of these people have answered calls for references and I have applied for over 250 jobs. I have reworked my resume, gone out in person, called in some contacts and now having gone through my entire savings, I am losing faith in everything. I have perfect credit, no debt and a $###K left on my mortgage. I haven't missed a payment yet, but the bank says since I can't find work, they can't help me. I am 48 and worked since I was 15. I am so depressed I can barely manage to get out of bed these days. I know God must have a plan for me so I am asking for your prayers to help me understand and make it until my home sells. Please send love and hope my way. My 'Christian' neighbors have done little other than say ugly things such as I should get a job of any kind whether I like it or not. They seem not to understand that I have applied for everything from a dishwasher and maid to my old executive level jobs and everything in-between. I am physically ill when I open my inbox each day to see another rejection letter. Because I have no children, I qualify for no assistance of any kind. I live in ### and they cut off all optional benefits July 1 to decrease state debt. I have eaten crackers, rice and reduced spoiled produce for months. I used to laugh about my fondness for dollar tree ramen noodles, but it is all I can afford. I have apple and fig trees but my neighbors stole all the fruit I had hoped to make jelly to take to sell at the farmers market. I feel bad because they were caught on camera, but I don't even know what to say except he must have needed it more than me.

 

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Lord, we thank you that you for the blessings that you have given us. Help us to honor you in every part of our lives. We place this request at your throne. Please hear and reply according to your perfect will and timing. Grant us the peace to know that you are in control. In Jesus Name. Amen.

 

I can't even begin to fathom what you are going through. My heart is broken for you. And I feel especially sad to think of people who call themselves "Christian" treating you with such cruelty and callousness. I pray God sends a legion of His holy angels right now to comfort you, protect you, give you peace and to guide you. I pray He will shower you with blessings and miracles. I am begging God to change your situation for the better immediately. I am also begging God to help lift your spirits and to keep your faith in Him. I pray in the name of Jesus of Nazareth. Amen and amen.

 

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Among you, I am so sorry to hear of all that has happened to you. Your employer had no compassion or understanding and your insurance agent was unfair. I have four siblings without jobs right now, and I tell each one that I am glad that they are (or were) collecting the unemployment that I pay into each paycheck -- that is what it is there for! Please hold your head high and do not be ashamed! Unemployment could happen to anyone. I am sorry that you have had to use your savings nearly up. I hope that you can get a job before you have to sell your home.

Many employers will not even call a person who is overqualified because they feel the person will leave as soon as they get a job elsewhere. My sister has gone through that many times.

Please try to find a church with a food pantry -- I am sure that they will help you. I heard several years ago that church pantries have lots of people with jobs that need food--they just can't make ends meet and need food.

Please let us pray for you -- post your requests here and we will lift your name up to God in prayer.

 

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I feel horrible that you are suffering like this but keep faith in The Lord he will restore all you have lost keep your head up God has a plan for you may God bless you according to his will and perfect timing in Jesus name I pray amen

 

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Thanks to all for your prayers. I feel much better and hope for sleep without tears tonight. I know my employer didn't do what is either legal or morally right in my heart and I have no need for anything other than acceptance as I truly believe they (he) will be asked to answer one day.

I have always believed I should look for the lessons/direction to be learned by suffering and I know there is one and He will show me in due time. It's wonderful to find support in this community and I send prayers to God for your kindness and prayers. I hope all that shared their stories find peace along with me. I have been blessed in so many ways in my life and though I may not have the money I used to, I feel richer in spirit than in many years. I just received a note from a friend seeking volunteers for the food bank tomorrow so hope they can help me as well. You have helped me tonight and I am grateful to God for sending me here. Thank you in His name. Amen.

 

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