This morning, like most mornings, I thought about what I would blog about today.
Maybe I’d blog about how I got on the scale this morning and finally hit my pre-marathon weight.
Maybe I’d blog about National Running Day.
This morning, I had planned on taking a 30/60/90 class and running there and back, but alas, I overslept.
I made some cookie dough oatmeal and brought it to work.
I was settling in with my oatmeal and my iced coffee when my phone rang. It was HR, and I was wanted upstairs immediately.
You know how I’ve been alluded to having some rough times lately with work? Well, I got laid off this morning.
A few months ago, it was announced that my (now former) company was bought by Hearst, another magazine company. Since February, I’ve known that there was a possibility today was coming. My emotions have been a roller coaster, but I’ve kept most of that off of the blog for both professional reasons and because I didn’t want to wallow over something I had no control over. In some ways, I’m relieved. Relieved that the few months of purgatory are over.
I’d also be lying if I said I wasn’t a wee bit scared for the future, but I am also excited. (Honestly.) I have some freelance work lined up and lots of leads for both projects and positions. I also plan on blogging a lot more and putting way more effort into my blog in this interim period, partially because I’d love to continue growing it and partially because it’s such a good release. Also, there are worse times of the year to get laid off. I plan on getting a pretty badass tan, too.
So…here’s where you come in. If you have or know of any job or project leads in NYC (or telecommuting), I’d love to hear about them. You can e-mail me at theodora@theodorablanchfield.com. And thank you so much for the kind words I’ve already received on Facebook and Twitter.
And now? It’s time to get SWEATY. I am going out for a fabulous clearing-the-head run. Um, happy National Running Day??
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You know where you can work on that badass tan? Florida. Where you'll find sun and friendly faces :)
Sorry, friend. But I know this will lead to great things for you.
@Katy Widrick: I just may plan a little trip down there! And thanks for the kind words :)
I'm so sorry that you got laid off today, but I am PUMPED about your awesome, positive attitude toward the situation. You are going to find something so great and I can't wait to watch as you take over the world.
Have a fabulous run, and let's toast soon to an exciting, anything-is-possible future.
@Ali: I
Just keep on exercising - all problems seem small when you're exercising :)
I know that feeling. Nerves, anxiety, and excitement for the future. I actually got laid off in February, but I have to work until my current contract ends this month. Then the tanning/job searching will continue through the summer. It's definitely not easy and my thoughts are with you today, but I know great things are around the corner. I can't think of a better way to deal than a sweaty run.
Please cry and let out those feelings, you are so amazing and so positive. I am soo excited for your future, but getting laid off just sucks!
@Sana: Oh don't worry, I got a good cry in saying my goodbyes, and I suspect that this will be a run of blood (I seem to always kick myself in the ankles), sweat and tears.
Corny as it may seem, everything does happen for a reason. I know for a fact that you're going to come out of this happier and better off than you were at your job before now.
Also, come visit DC!! I have a really sweet pool that is open from 11-8 every single day... just sayin'.
Stay strong! I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason. <3
Awww, that REALLY sucks that you got laid off because it seems like you enjoyed your job. You seem really positive about the situation though, so I am sure it's for the best and that big things will happen for you soon!
so so so sorry to hear about this!! but i wish you many smiles and exciting adventures in the near future!!!!
I'm really sorry to hear this :( Even if you did see it coming, it still sucks. Sending lots of support your way...now go get the most awesome tan ever :)