I gotta say I fall into the "grateful to have a job" category as well.

My current job is FAR less than what I am capable of, I work more hours than this place needs, I cant protect my employees (from management) like I should, I fear reprisal if I try looking for another job openly, etc etc. At the same time, I hate to think of abandoning my employees for another job and leaving them to deal with the aftermath.

I know what you mean. I'm certainly grateful for having this job. It is by no means bottom of the barrel. But it's not what I'm meant to do and is simply a stepping stone for me.

Teaching here is a game of who you know not what you know. A system I loathe so much that I won't even join it. I cannot fight the feelings of hatred and disappointment I have for that system and know I would spend a good portion of my time being upset about it. And while I say I choose to step out of it, the sad reality is that it was chosen for me. Our region didn't even hire 1 teacher this year. The only ones who got interviews were those who had Mommy or Daddy Principal call in a special favour. :(

But I also think it's never too late to re-invent yourself. I plan on doing it several times. I've come to realize I need a creative outlet in work and I just don't get it here. I'll fill that void with a part time gig until I am able to better utilize my teaching skills.

I hate sitting at a desk all day but it's the only thing I know how to do that will pay me this much. I do enjoy flying the flight simulator on a regular basis though.

For those that don't know, I design flight management and navigation equipment for commercial and military aircraft. I spend a lot of my time flying routes at my desk on an in house sim program similar to MS Flight Simulator. I also hate other engineers. :lol

My feelings vary based on what is happening in the world.

I agree with many of the responses, I could plus one
Tmall, Trip, Troy, Lee and Rider.

I would like to point out that I too am very greatful to have a secure job.

I've already achieved every goal I've set for myself. That's just because I started so far down, that just having a good job has always been one of my life goals.

meh, it's a job

Just curious: what would you have said pre-layoff anouncement?

When's your last day?

12/31

my next door neighbor, same co. , was 12/24 but he just got a field assignment, was told about it yest. leaving mon.....lol, he's good till next feb. glad for him, he's the only breadwinner in his household and he makes ALOT of bread. lol

Would not work if i didnot like it. so its a yes